When BMW released the M3 in 1986 (after been unveiled at the end of 1985), based on the 2nd-generation Series 3 (E30), it was clear that an automobile icon was born. With 200 hp, when the 325i displayed only 171 hp at the time, this first M3 was prepared by Motorsport GmbH (which explains the letter M) and could be distinguished by its wide fenders and rear spoiler.