Behind the HYPE: The BMW M3 E30's Lasting Allure

The BMW M3 E30 is everywhere. From the cover of Frank Ocean's Nostalgia Ultra Mixtape and the rally-inspired M3 from Cactus Jack's debut album Jackboys to films like Paid in Full and Ocean's 8, the boxy coupé has gone from the race track to a pop culture fixture.In 1987, the BMW M3 E30 had its racing debut and won more road races than any other model in history. The M3 E30 didn't have much in common with fellow E30 models; the only exterior elements it shared were the hood, roof panel, sunroof ...