1990 BMW M3

Few special editions of the BMW E30 M3 combine motorsport heritage and exclusivity as convincingly as the Cecotto Edition. Named after BMW works driver and touring car world champion Johnny Cecotto, this model was introduced in the late 1980s as a particularly refined and powerful version of the E30 M3. The edition celebrated Cecotto’s success in international motorsport while also representing a further technical evolution of the M3.Compared to the standard E30 M3, the Cecotto Edition featured several improvements. The legendary S14 four-cylinder engine produced 215 hp in this version and benefited from an optimized engine management system. In addition, the model was equipped with a notably more comprehensive level of equipment, successfully combining motorsport engineering with a higher level of comfort. Produced in relatively small numbers, the Cecotto Edition is today regarded as one of the most desirable special versions of the E30 M3.The example offered here is finished in the iconic color Macao Blue Metallic, one of the most characteristic and elegant paint finishes available for this edition. The color perfectly highlights the distinctive lines of the E30 M3 while giving the car a timeless and sophisticated appearance.In 2024, this BMW M3 Cecotto Edition underwent a complete restoration carried out by the renowned company MS Fahrzeugtechnik in Castrop-Rauxel. The company is widely recognized as one of the leading specialists for BMW E30 models and especially the M3. With the highest standards of quality, originality, and attention to detail, the vehicle was completely dismantled and meticulously rebuilt.During the restoration, the engine, drivetrain, suspension, electrical systems, and all technical components were thoroughly inspected, overhauled, or renewed where necessary. The bodywork, paintwork, and interior were also carefully restored with great attention paid to authenticity and correct specification. The result is a vehicle that today presents itself in exceptional condition, both visually and mechanically.The restoration is extensively documented. A photographic PDF comprising more than 100 pages records the entire process step by step and provides a detailed insight into the scope and quality of the work carried out.In addition, the original first German registration document is still present. It shows that the car was originally registered in Ludwigsburg, confirming its traceable German history. Today, this exceptional example forms part of a private collection owned by a collector based in Berlin.This BMW E30 M3 Cecotto Edition therefore combines all the attributes sought by discerning collectors: a rare and highly desirable special edition, a high-quality and fully documented restoration, original German history, and one of the most attractive color combinations available for the model. An exceptional classic that unites motorsport pedigree, exclusivity, and the timeless performance of BMW M.You can find more cars and information on our homepage. www.cog-classics.com. The Price on our webside in Euro is: 199.900 €

This ask is running about $126,733 over the comparable average, so spec, provenance, and presentation need to justify the premium.

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Documentation still reads thin here, so this is the kind of listing where invoice detail and specialist history should drive the next round of diligence.