OVERVIEW
This 1995 BMW M3 (E36) is the more desirable and powerful European-spec coupe. This Euro-M3 engine was significantly more powerful than the US-spec model featuring several factory power upgrades. This includes individual throttle bodies, continuously variable VANOS valve timing on both cams, larger intake and exhaust valves, a 3.5” mass air flow meter, and intake runners. Among other factory upgrades, the engine also featured solid lifters and a higher 10.8:1 compression ratio
The Euro S50 B30 is a 3.0-liter inline-6 cylinder engine mated to a 5-speed manual. These engines were rated at 17% more power compared to the US spec variants; producing 286 horsepower at a 7,600 rpm redline.
Factory equipment on this M3 includes a sunroof, fog lights, factory rear wing, Vader seats with Anthracite M “rain” cloth inserts and dual-zone automatic climate control. A Kenwood stereo (head unit) with bluetooth was also added.
This M3 was finished from the factory in Diamond Black Metallic (181). Features include fog lights, a sunroof, dual exhaust outlets, and factory aero body kit. The 17″ BBS rims are wrapped in Dunlop SP Sport Maxx Proxes T1R tires measuring 225/40.
This example was imported from Japan and spent time in Bahrain before being imported to the UAE in 2021. Since then the car has had several upgrades and maintenance as detailed below.
Mechanical upgrades include numerous new parts:
- KW v2 (version 2) coilovers
- Super pro suspension and differential bushing kit
- ECS tuning gear shift bushing
- Engine seals (front and rear) and valve cover gasket
- Vanos rebuild kit
- Koyo radiator
- ECS Tuning radiator hoses and silicone hoses (heater and air)
- Water pump
- Front hood shocks (bonnet)
- BMW steering rack
- Chase Bays power steering reservoir cooler kit
- Steel braided brake lines
- Super sprint exhaust
Cosmetic and interior upgrades includes several new parts:
- Floor mats and cargo carpet
- Glove box and vent
- New OEM front seat cushion/foam for front seam
- Window moldings (left and right)
Recent Maintenance & Repairs
Over the past year the owner has undertaken the following maintenance and installed the following new components:
- Recently changed all fluids with Liqui Moly replacements including 10W-60 engine oil
- Front and rear main seals, shafts guibo and output shaft seals
- Valve cover and oil pan gaskets
- Spark plugs
- Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve
- Coolant lines
- Additional speedhut M gauges (oil, water, pressusure) have been installed in the center console
- A spare VANOS rebuilt from Dr.Vanos UK will be provided with the sale
- The stock BMW M3 exhaust will also be provided
Good to know
In addition to the points detailed in the inspection report:
- A new clutch has been ordered to replace the existing one
- Heater core has been disconnected
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