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For Sale: 1990 BMW E30 4-Door Turbo – SR20DET Black Top Swap – 250hp Beast!
Something a little different – and seriously addictive.
This isn’t your average E30. It’s a classic 1990 BMW E30 4-door sedan that’s been masterfully transformed with a Nissan SR20DET Black Top turbo engine (recorded in the blue book), pumping out approximately 250hp. You get that timeless, analogue BMW driving feel – sharp handling, rear-wheel drive purity – combined with proper modern turbo performance and that addictive spool-up grin.
Old-school charm meets JDM heart: reliable, tunable, and genuinely quick in a lightweight package.
Key Specs & Features:
Engine: Nissan SR20DET Black Top turbo (2. 0L DOHC 16-valve intercooled turbo) – ~250hp tune
Transmission: 5-speed manual – crisp, engaging shifts
Suspension: Coilovers + Bilstein rear setup for planted, responsive handling
Wheels: 17” Ferrari replica alloys wrapped in fresh rubber
Exhaust: Twin exit for that perfect turbo growl
Exterior Upgrades: Aggressive front splitter, rear spoiler, classic rally-inspired red/ yellow/ orange stripes with #1 roundel, (Stickers Can Be Taken Off) & lowered stance
Other Mods: Ceramic window tint for a sleek look and interior comfort
Clean, well-maintained example with that iconic E30 boxy style – white body, black accents, and head-turning presence
This build delivers the best of both worlds: the legendary E30 chassis dynamics you know and love, plus reliable turbo punch from one of the most tunable engines ever made. Fun on backroads, quick on highways, and a total conversation starter at any meet.
A Brief History of the BMW E30
The BMW E30 3 Series (1982–1994) is widely regarded as one of the greatest compact sports sedans ever built. Replacing the E21, it refined BMW’s formula with sharper looks, improved refinement, and exceptional balance – thanks to near-perfect weight distribution and rear-wheel-drive purity. Over 2. 3 million were produced worldwide, offered in coupe, sedan, convertible, and wagon forms. It spawned icons like the legendary E30 M3 (the original homologation special that dominated racing), but even base models earned a cult following for their nimble handling and driver engagement. Decades later, the E30 remains a benchmark for analogue driving fun and a favorite for restomods and swaps – exactly like this one!
