For the E36 M3 3.0, BMW M specified 235/40ZR17 tires on all four corners. However, each body style was given a unique set of wheels. The coupe (both Euro-spec and U.S.-spec) wears 7.5x17-inch M Double Spoke cast alloy wheels. A lighter forged M Double Spoke version was optional on European-spec models from the start of production, and became optional on U.S.-spec M3s starting in December, 1994. These are always fitted in a staggered configuration, with 7.5x17-inch wheels in front and 8.

BMW initially produced the European-spec E36 M3 3.0 only as as a coupe. Convertible and sedan versions were introduced two years later. Each body style was offered in left-hand drive and right-hand drive configurations. There was also a limited run of E36 M3 GT coupes built in both left-hand drive and right-hand drive. The U.S.-spec version of the 3.0-liter M3 was offered only as a coupe, with a choice of manual or automatic transmissions. See similar questions...

All 3.0-liter E36 M3s are fitted with four-wheel vented disc brakes measuring 12.4-inches or 315mm (front) and 12.3-inches or 313mm (rear) in diameter with a thickness of 28mm. See similar questions...

All 3.0 CSL models are fitted with Alpina 7x14-inch alloy wheels wearing 195/70VR14 tires (originally Michelin XWX). See similar questions...

The E26 M1 was fitted exclusively with Pirelli P7 tires, sized 205/55VR16 in front and 225/50VR16 in the rear. The Campagnolo wheels contain BMW Motorsport center caps and are unique to the M1. They are sized 7x16-inch (front) and 8x16-inch (rear) . See similar questions...

Though essentially identical in design and equipment to the earlier model, the interior of the 3.2-liter E36 M3 differs in the following ways: Magma leather interior in place of Champagne leather interior (only with Luxury Package on North American-spec cars built before 9/97) In addition to the above M3-specific upgrades, the 3. See similar questions...

M Double-Spoke II alloys in staggered 7.5x17-in. (front) and 8.5x17-in. (rear) sizes (not available on the European-spec convertible or sedan) Note: All European-spec E36 M3 3.2 sedans share the mesh front airdam insert with the other M3 models but retain the less sculpted side valance panels. Like the 3.0-liter versions, both the European-spec sedan and convertible lack the black lower lip extension under the front airdam. See similar questions...

All 3.0-liter E36 M3s regardless of engine type have a ZF Type C five-speed manual gearbox with the following ratios: 4.20 (1), 2.49 (2), 1.66 (3), 1.24 (4), 1.00 (5). This is mated to a limited slip differential (25%) with a 3.15:1 final drive. In addition, the U.S.-spec 1995 M3 was available with a ZF 5HP18 five-speed automatic transmission as an option starting with 12/94 production. This unit offers three driver-adjustable modes (normal, manual and winter) and uses the following ratios: 3. See similar questions...

All our trailers are fitted with either 8" or 12" 6-ply C-rated tires. The 8" tires are rated for up to 745 lbs each at 87mph, the 12" tires are rated for up to 1045 lbs each at 87 mph (always obey posted speed limits). Please see our specifications page for more information. No, both the 8" and 12" wheels and tires are rated for highway speeds, the overall diameter of the tires are about 18 inches and 22 inches respectively. We only use high capacity C-rated 6-ply tires. See similar questions...

Most any Fiat wheel with the 4x98 bolt pattern will fit on a 128. The offset, however, might not be correct for the application, and may create wheel-rub. Lancia Beta wheels work nicely since they are 14x5.5 alloy wheels with a front-wheel-drive offset. They look great on a 128 too! See similar questions...

There were two different wheel and tire packages for the 850CSi. Until early 1995 production, the 850CSi was equipped exclusively with three-piece M System II wheels consisting of a five-spoke forged alloy center and an outer cover in a "throwing star" design. These are sized 8x17-inch in the front and 9x17-inch in the rear with 235/45ZR17 and 265/40ZR17 tires, respectively. See similar questions...

The 3.2-liter E36 M3 was first shown at the 1995 Frankfurt Motor Show. The North American-spec version did not appear until the 1996 New York International Auto Show. See similar questions...

All 3.2-liter E36 M3s were built on the regular 3 Series assembly line at the Regensburg factory near Munich, with the exception of a small batch of M3 3.2 sedans built in BMW’s Rosslyn, South Africa factory from both Semi Knocked Down (SKD) and Complete Knock Down (CKD) kits. See similar questions...

To better distinguish the 3.2-liter E36 M3 from its 3.0-liter predecessor, BMW GB marketed the E36 M3 3.2 as the M3 Evolution within the United Kingdom. Aside from its right-hand drive configuration, it is mechanically and cosmetically identical to other European-spec 3.2-liter M3s. See similar questions...

The Luxury Package debuted exclusively for the U.S. version of the E36 M3 starting with December 1994. This package, with its more understated exterior trim and more luxurious interior appointments, included the following features: Exclusive (until 5/95 production) choice of Arctic Silver metallic (309) and Boston Green metallic (275) paints Five special versions of the E36 M3 3. See similar questions...

The E36 M3 GT is a limited-edition version of the European-market 3.0-liter M3 coupe developed to homologate engine and bodywork enhancements to the equivalent competition model in the FIA GT Series (Division II) and the American IMSA GT Series. See similar questions...