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40 Years of the BMW M3

Forty years of the BMW M3 is more than four decades of automotive history. It’s forty years of pushing boundaries, shaping generations and redefining what performance means.

It began in 1986 with the E30. Born from motorsport and built with a singular purpose, it introduced a philosophy that would inspire enthusiasts around the world. What began as a road-going racing car became the reference point against which every generation would be measured.

The journey continued through the E36, which expanded the capabilities of the M3 without compromising its sporting character, and through the celebrated E46, whose balance of performance, precision and emotion secured its place among the greatest of all time.

Then came the V8 era. Through the E90, E92 and E93, the M3 provided a unique chapter in its history, combining high-revving excitement with unmistakable presence and character.

With the F80, BMW M embraced a new generation of performance. Turbocharged power, advanced technology and unprecedented versatility took the M3 to new heights, while remaining true to its racing heritage.

Today, the G80 is the latest expression of that tireless ambition. More powerful, more capable and more advanced than ever before, it is the culmination of four decades of innovation, engineering expertise and an unwavering commitment to driving pleasure. With BMW M xDrive, the latest M3 offers two worlds in one: maximum grip and performance through intelligent all-wheel drive or the pure thrill of rear-wheel drive at the push of a button.

From the E30 to the G80, each generation has carried the spirit of its predecessor while defining its era

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