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Top 15 Cars That Should’ve Been Pickups (And Almost Were)

1. BMW E30 M3 Pickup

1. BMW E30 M3 Pickup
A striking BMW E30 M3 pickup concept blends sporty elegance with practical utility in an innovative design. | Image source: Photo by Jacob Mouncey on Pexels

In the late 1980s, BMW engineers surprised enthusiasts by transforming the iconic E30 M3 into a functional pickup truck. Initially conceived as an internal company project, it served primarily as a practical transporter for carrying equipment and parts around BMW’s headquarters. Despite its unconventional appearance, the M3 pickup retained impressive performance capabilities, featuring the same powerful four-cylinder engine and sporty handling characteristics of its sedan counterpart. Unfortunately, BMW never intended this innovative vehicle for mass production, considering it too niche and unconventional for mainstream markets. Today, it remains a beloved curiosity, symbolizing BMW’s playful yet practical approach to automotive experimentation.

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