German home market-supplied E30 M3, subsequently imported to the UK and now registered in ROI
Previously owned by Jamiroquai frontman, Jay Kay
Developed by Classic Heroes into 'Competition spec'
2.5-litre competition engine producing circa 260bhp at the flywheel
To be offered with a fresh NCT inspection
Built for turn-key usability on both track and road
The Appeal
The E30 M3 needs little introduction. Born from BMW Motorsport's Group A touring car homologation programme in 1986, it has become one of the most revered driver's cars of its generation: a raw, purposeful machine that rewrote the rules for what a compact sports saloon could achieve. German-market examples, built to the original domestic specification, are particularly prized among collectors and enthusiasts.
This 1987 example is very special indeed. Classic Heroes, a BMW marque specialist, took it on, developing it into a 'Competition spec' E30 M3 with a clear philosophy: a car that is genuinely quick on track yet remains comfortably drivable on the road. It also has notable provenance, having previously been owned by Jay Kay, the Jamiroquai frontman and well-known car enthusiast. The sale includes a photograph of Jay kay with the car and there is also video evidence of him driving it.
At the heart of the build is a 2.5-litre competition engine producing circa 260bhp at the flywheel, paired with a short-shift gear change for precise, mechanical shifts. The chassis has been uprated with sports suspension, AP front discs and callipers, and 17-inch wheels, giving the car serious circuit credentials. The emphasis throughout has been on turn-key usability, a car you can drive to the track, enjoy a full day's running, and drive home again.IMG_2459.jpeg5.45 MB
History and Paperwork
Originally a German-supplied example, subsequently imported to the UK and now registered in ROI
To be offered with a fresh NCT inspection
Previously UK registered under registration 'D306 YOO'
Chassis number WBSAK050X01892316
Previously owned by Jay Kay, Jamiroquai frontman, with photo and video evidence
189,941 km (indicated)
Service history:
09/17 – 180,085 km – Classic Heroes
Carried out Inspection II service
Replaced brake fluid with Castrol Performance
Replaced water pump, gasket, and coolant bypass hose/clips
Replaced upper and lower sump gaskets and rear cam carrier plate gasket
Replaced drive belts, rear gearbox oil seals, and exhaust rubbers
Corrected top timing chain rail installation and removed incorrect cam carrier nuts
Upgraded rear shock top mounts to competition spec and replaced front top mount studs/nuts
Adjusted front wheel arch liners/returns to prevent rubbing
Investigated/rectified carbon air box throttle fouling and replaced missing fuel pump mount bolt and hoses
Repaired reverse light loom, central locking mechanism/control unit, and electric mirror wiring/switch
Rebuilt driver's door lock, replaced washer jets, wiper blades, and On-board computer bulb pack
Replaced gear lever rubber gaiter, gear shift/steering interior trim, and glovebox DME cover
01/16 – 173,000 km – Stelvio Automobili (Denmark)
Vehicle advertised and sold as a 2.5L Evo engine build (~330 BHP, 9,000 rpm limit, 330mm AP 4-pot brakes, carbon fibre DTM rear wing/mirrors, BBS RS 3-piece wheels)
06/10 – 180,085 km (recorded as mileage on invoice)
Vehicle exported/serviced for Nam Patrimoine SARL / Mr. Alex Wagner (Paris, France)
06/03 – Harald Wozniak (Kassel, Germany)
Officially deregistered (Stillegung) in Kassel on 06/06/2003
03/03 – Harald Wozniak (Kassel, Germany)
Re-registered under German plate KS-KT 876 on 05/03/2003
01/03 – Thomas Lindemann / Forme (Bad Hersfeld, Germany)
Issued replacement Fahrzeugbrief (German registration document) and registered under plate HEF-AM 340 on 10/01/2003
07/87 – 0 km – BMW Motorsport GmbH
First official registration in Germany on 01/07/1987
Borbet alloy wheels listed in sizes 7.5Jx16 ET20 (front) and 9Jx16 ET15 (rear), as well as 17-inch Borbet alloys (8.5Jx17 ET13 with 245/40ZR17 tyres)
Roll cage
Recaro seats
Race harnesses
Kenwood DIN stereo
This is as quintessentially '80s as cars get, and a purposeful-looking machine at that. It boasts a DTM-inspired BMW factory team livery, while accessories include a carbon fibre adjustable DTM rear wing, carbon fibre DTM side mirrors, and 3-piece BBS RS alloy wheels. Inside, we find a roll cage, Recaro seats, and race harnesses, while plush features like the door cards, carpets, and factory dashboard remain. This balance between standard and modified greatly enhances the car's on-road usability. It even has a radio. The overall condition is very good, as the photographs attest, with the BMW clearly having received a great deal of care and attention over the years.
2.5-litre competition engine producing circa 260bhp at the flywheel
Five-speed dog-leg manual gearbox with short-shift gear change
Upgraded 330mm AP Racing brake setup featuring 4-pot callipers
Fully adjustable aftermarket suspension system equipped with competition-spec rear shock top mounts
260bhp is more than enough to make this 3 Series a seriously quick car. It's also great to see that the brakes and suspension have been uprated accordingly. The under-bonnet presentation is very clean, which can be seen in the photographs, and the vendor is to offer the BMW freshly NCT-tested, ready for its new owner.
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