What distinguishes an E30 M3 Tour de Corse edition?
The Tour de Corse was a special edition of the E30 M3 created by BMW France exclusively for the French market to celebrate the win of French drivers Bernard Beguin and Jean-Jacques Lenne in the Tour de Corse rally. A total of 50 were produced, each based on the E30 M3 Evolution I and therefore equipped with the “E-stamped” cylinder head. Only one paint and upholstery combination was offered: Diamond Black metallic (181) with a Black leather interior (0203). In addition, each Tour de Course was equipped with a high level of factory equipment: central locking, power sunroof, power windows, headlight washer + wipers, interior headlight aim adjustment, on-board computer and velour floor mats. In addition, BMW France retrofitted each Tour de Course prior to delivery with 7.5×16-inch cross-spoke alloy wheels, an M footrest, door sill plates featuring the “M3” logo, and tri-color M stripe lapels on each of the four seats. Finally, each example was given two “Tour de Corse” exterior badges, on