Our page dedicated to the BMW E30
Here you can find information about this vehicle, as well as our best selection of products for it, if you can't find what you are looking for, don't hesitate to use the search bar or the categories via the menu at the top left.
BMW produced their 2nd generation 3 Series in 1982, firstly as a coupé, then followed by sedan, cabriolet and touring models.
Like the E21 which precedes it, the E30 comes with a 4 or 6 cylinder in-line engine, going this time from 86 to 192 ch for the standard range. This generation of Series 3 is also the first to offer a diesel engine as well as an all-wheel drive version called 325iX.
Introduced in 1986, was the first M3 sports car driven by a 4-cylinder double camshaft 16 valve 2.3L and 200 hp engine (195 in catalyzed version), which was increased to 215 hp after the the model update in 1999. The Evo I and Evo II versions offer 200 and 220 hp respectively, while the ultimate M3, the Sport Evo, hosts a 2.5L reamed engine producing 238 hp.
Our page dedicated to the BMW E30
Here you can find information about this vehicle, as well as our best selection of products for it, if you can't find what you are looking for, don't hesitate to use the search bar or the categories via the menu at the top left.
BMW produced their 2nd generation 3 Series in 1982, firstly as a coupé, then followed by sedan, cabriolet and touring models.
Like the E21 which precedes it, the E30 comes with a 4 or 6 cylinder in-line engine, going this time from 86 to 192 ch for the standard range. This generation of Series 3 is also the first to offer a diesel engine as well as an all-wheel drive version called 325iX.
Introduced in 1986, was the first M3 sports car driven by a 4-cylinder double camshaft 16 valve 2.3L and 200 hp engine (195 in catalyzed version), which was increased to 215 hp after the the model update in 1999. The Evo I and Evo II versions offer 200 and 220 hp respectively, while the ultimate M3, the Sport Evo, hosts a 2.5L reamed engine producing 238 hp.
Coilovers
Update your E30's suspension by replacing the stock dampers and springs with a coilover kit :
BC Racing BR-RH Coilovers for BMW 3 Series E30 (82-91)
D2 Street Coilovers for BMW 3 Series E30 (82-92)
D2 Rally Asphalt Coilovers for BMW 3 Series E30 (82-92)
Wheels
Want to change your BMW E30's look ? Check out our wide range of wheels and spacers to make it stand out :
Zeknova Semi-Slick SuperSport RS 195/50ZR15 Tyres - TW240 (pair)
4x100 & 4x108 Hubcentric "Slip On" Wheel Spacers - 5 mm (CB 57.1 mm)
4x100 & 4x108 Hubcentric "Slip On" Wheel Spacers - 15 mm (CB 57.1)
4x100 & 4x108 Hubcentric "Slip On" Wheel Spacers - 20 mm (CB 57.1)
4x100 Hubcentric Wheel Spacers - 20 to 40 mm, Studs (57.1)
Engine
Discover our selection of high quality engine parts for both maintaining and improving your BMW E30's motor :
Oil Filter Cover with Sensor Ports for BMW M30, M42, M50, S50, S52, S54... (E30, E36, E46...)
6 Piece Silicone Hose Kit for BMW E30 6 Cyl. 2nd Gen
ACL Trimetal Reinforced Rod Bearings - BMW M20, M50, M52, M54B22, M54B25, M54B30
Walbro 190 L/h External Fuel Pump Kit - BMW E30, Citroen, Fiat, Opel, Peugeot, Renault...
Mishimoto Performance Aluminium Radiator for BMW M3 E30
Interior
From the steering wheel to the hub, bucket seats, harnesses or even roll-cages, you will find all you need to equip the inside of your BMW E30 :
DriftShop Steering Wheel (70 mm Dish), "M Power V2" Edition, Black Faux Leather
Chassis
Get the most from your chassis by choosing high performance elements specially designed for the BMW E30 :
Front Control Arm Rear Uniball Bracket for BMW E30 (by pair)
Uniball Rear Aluminium Top Mounts for BMW E30, E36 & E46
DriftShop Solid Front Lower Wishbone Bushes for BMW E30 & E36 (Eccentric)
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Lubricants
To keep your BMW E30 running smoothly, we provide lubricants, filters and coolants from some of the best brands :
Motul Youngtimer "Classic Nineties" Engine Oil - 10W30 (2L)
Motul Youngtimer "Classic Eighties" Engine Oil - 10W40 (2L)
Motul 300V Competition 15W50 Engine Oil Bundle (5L + 2L)
Braking
Give your BMW E30 some bite and improve endurance with our wide selection of brake elements :
Bodywork
Whether you want to improve your BMW E30's apparence or to make it lighter, our choice of body parts will cover you needs :
"Motorsport" Front Bumper Splitter for BMW E30
Universal Arch Extensions - 70 mm (Fender Flares)
Transmission
Shift faster, improve acceleration and the reactivity of your rear axle with these transmission parts for BMW E30 :
4.10 Short Ratio Gear Set for BMW 188 mm Differential (E28, E30, E34, E36, Z3...)
DriftShop Short Shifter for BMW E30, E34, E36, E39, E46
DriftShop "Competition" Short Shifter for BMW E30, E34, E46
Competition Parts
Here you can find products that comply to rules for competitive use (track, drift, rallye...) and are compatible with your BMW E30 :
Looking for a particular part for your car ?, Do not hesitate to contact usr or browse the other categories of our website
Roll cages, extinguishers, FIA bucket seats and mounts, FIA harnesses, steering wheels, helmets, electrical accessories, bonnet pins, tow rings and tow straps.
DriftShop 6-Point Harness - Red - FIA 2024
FIA Approved 6-Pin Electrical Cut Off Switch and Cable Kits
Extra information
Below is a chart which indicates all the engines of the BMW E30 since 1982 :
| Modèle | Années | Code moteur | Puissance max. | Couple max. |
| 316 | 1982-1987 | M10B18 | 66 kW (90 ch) à 5,500 tr/min |
140 N⋅m (103 lb⋅ft) à 4,000 tr/min |
| 316i | 1987-1994 | M40B16 | 75kW (102 ch) à 5,500 tr/min |
143 N⋅m (105 lb⋅ft) à 4,250 tr/min |
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318i
|
1982-1987 | M10B18 | 77 kW (105 ch) à 5,800 tr/min |
145 N⋅m (107 lb⋅ft) à 4,500 tr/min |
| 1987-1994 | M40B18 | 83 kW (113 ch) à 5,500 tr/min |
162 N⋅m (119 lb⋅ft) à 4,250 tr/min |
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| 318is | 1989-1991 | M42B18 | 100 kW (136 ch) à 6,000 tr/min |
172 N⋅m (127 lb⋅ft) à 4,600 tr/min |
|
320i
|
1982-1985 |
M20B20
|
92 kW (125 ch) à 5,800 tr/min |
170 N⋅m (125 lb⋅ft) à 4,000 tr/min |
| 1985-1987 | 95 kW (129 ch) à 6,000 tr/min |
174 N⋅m (128 lb⋅ft) à 4,000 tr/min |
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| 1987-1992 | 95 kW (129 ch) à 6,000 tr/min |
164 N⋅m (121 lb⋅ft) à 4,300 tr/min |
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| 320is | 1985-1994 | S14B20 | 141 kW (192ch) à 6,900 tr/min |
210 N⋅m (150 lb⋅ft) à 4,900 tr/min |
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323i
|
1982-1984 |
M20B23
|
102 kW (139 ch) à 5,300 tr/min |
205 N⋅m (151 lb⋅ft)
à 4,000 tr/min |
| 1984-1985 | 110 kW (150 ch) 6,000 tr/min |
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325/e/es
|
1985-1987 |
M20B27
|
90 kW (122 ch) à 4,250 tr/min |
240 N⋅m (177 lb⋅ft) à 3,250 tr/min |
| 1988 | 95 kW (129 ch) à 4,250 tr/min |
205 N⋅m (151 lb⋅ft) à 3,200 tr/min |
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| 325i/is/ix | 1985-1993 | M20B25 | 125 kW (170 ch) à 5,800 tr/min |
222 N⋅m (164 lb⋅ft) à 4,000 tr/min |
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M3
|
1986-1989
|
S14B23 | 147 kW (200 ch) à 6,750 tr/min |
240 N⋅m (170 lb⋅ft) à 4,750 tr/min |
| S14Z | 143 kW (195 ch) à 6,750 tr/min |
230 N⋅m (169 lb⋅ft) à 4,750 tr/min |
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| 1989-1991 | S14B23 | 158 kW (215 ch) à 6,750 tr/min | 230 N⋅m (169 lb⋅ft) à 4,600 tr/min |
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| M3 Evo 1 | 1987 |
S14B23
|
147 kW (200 ch) à 6,750 tr/min |
240 N⋅m (170 lb⋅ft) à 4,750 tr/min |
| M3 Evo 2 | 1988 | 162kW (220 ch) à 6,750 tr/min |
245 N⋅m (181 lb⋅ft) à 4,750 tr/min |
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| M3 Sport Evo | 1989-1990 | S14B25 | 175 kW (238 ch) à 7,000 tr/min |
240 N⋅m (177 lb⋅ft) à 4,750 tr/min |
| 324d | 1985-1991 | M21D24 | 63 kW (86 ch) à 4,600 tr/min |
152 N⋅m (112 lb⋅ft) à 2,500 tr/min |
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324td
|
1983-1987 |
M21D24
|
85 kW (115 ch) à 4,800 tr/min |
210 N⋅m (155 lb⋅ft) à 4,000 tr/min |
| 1987-1991 | 85 kW (115 ch) à 4,800 tr/min |
220 N⋅m (162 lb⋅ft) à 4,000 tr/min |
Note that Alpina released a few models with the E30 base, including the C1 (from 170 to 190 ch), C2 (from 185 to 210 ch), B3 (204 ch) and B6 (from 210 to 261 ch). Other tuners such as Hartge, Schnitzer and Baur also presented upgraded versions of this 3 Series.