1988 BMW E30 M3 Rally Car

1988 BMW E30 M3 Rally Car

This 1988 BMW M3 Group A rally car was modified by Harry Hockly Motorsport in the UK before being imported to the US. Featuring a white exterior with Bastos/Motul livery over M3 Evo-style bodywork, it houses a rebuilt 2.5-liter S14 inline-four engine paired with a six-speed Samsonas dog box transmission. The car includes K&W adjustable coilovers, ATS wheels, Brembo brakes, and a lightweight fiberglass hood and decklid. Inside, the rally setup continues with Corbeau racing seats, a roll cage, and a quick-release MOMO steering wheel. This 1988 BMW M3 was modified as a Group A rally car by Harry Hockly Motorsport and has a history of racing in the UK. It features a 2.5-liter S14 inline-four engine rebuilt by Butler Motorsports, paired with a Samsonas six-speed dog box transmission. Key modifications include a seam-welded body shell, M3 Evo-style bodywork, and a distinct Bastos/Motul livery. The car is equipped with K&W adjustable coilovers, ATS wheels, Brembo brakes, and a comprehensive roll cage. The interior is fitted with Corbeau racing seats, a MOMO steering wheel, and various carbon-fiber enhancements.

Built by:
Harry Hockly Motorsport
Location:
Livermore, California, USA
Engine:
L4 S14
Cost:
$61,000
Power:
-
Torque:
-
Weight:
-
Balance:
-
Wheels:
ATS 17-inch gold-finished wheels17” gold-finished ATS wheels
Exterior:
M3 Evo-style front fendersReplica Bastos/Motul liveryFiberglass hoodFiberglass decklidEvo-style rear spoilerEvo-style bumpersEvo-style fendersfiberglass bumperspolyurethane windows
Interior:
Corbeau racing seatsQuick-release MOMO steering wheelCarbon fiber air intake18.5-gallon alloy fuel tankPolyurethane windowsSamsonas six-speed dog boxAKG H-pattern shifterMOMO steering wheel
Chassis:
K&W adjustable coiloversRoll cageBrembo brakes
Powertrain:
Samsonas six-speed dog box transmissionArrow steel connecting rodsforged pistonsSchrick camshaftscarbon-fiber air intake
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