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15 Cars From the 80s That Only Existed Because of Loopholes

Cameron · 7 min read
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12. BMW M3 (E30)

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A classic BMW M3 E30 Group A touring car tears around the track, showcasing its iconic flared fenders and racing livery. | Image from www.rawpixel.com (Creative Commons Licensed)

The BMW M3 (E30) was developed as a direct response to Group A touring car regulations, requiring manufacturers to build a set number of road cars for homologation. BMW ingeniously transformed the ordinary 3 Series into a high-performance icon, equipping it with flared fenders, a motorsport-derived engine, and agile suspension. This loophole-inspired creation quickly became a legend. Dive deeper at BMW M Magazine and Road & Track.

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