1989 BMW M3 (E30) The M3 series was a motorsports icon since it came out in 1986. It was the most successful touring car ever, with over 1500 victories in its class. Over the standard E30, the M3 sports a noticeable spoiler, bigger side skirts, and wider fenders. Under the hood, there is a turbocharged S14 engine (not to be confused with the Silvia) that produces 200 horsepower.