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Free BMW M3 Sedan (E36) VIN Decoder

Decode your BMW M3 Sedan (E36) VIN number free for full specifications, engine, power, transmission and body, plus recalls and safety ratings. Covers 2 variants (1994–1998). No registration.

1994–1998 2 variants Sedan Petrol
BMW M3 Sedan (E36)
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BMW M3 Sedan (E36) specs by variant

Engine, power, transmission and emissions for each M3 Sedan (E36) variant in our database.

VariantYearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
3.2L 5MT RWD (321 HP) 1994–1998 Petrol 3.2 L 316 bhp MANUAL 5sp RWD —
3.0L 5MT RWD (286 HP) 1994–1998 Petrol 3.0 L 282 bhp MANUAL 5sp RWD —

Specifications are indicative, from open data (cardata.wiki). Decode your VIN above to confirm the exact build.

Why decode a BMW M3 Sedan (E36) VIN?

The VIN confirms the exact engine, gearbox and trim, exposes outstanding recalls, and verifies the car matches its paperwork, so you can be sure a used M3 Sedan (E36) is what the advert claims before you buy.

Other M3 Sedan generations and versions

The same nameplate across body styles and chassis generations.

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BMW M3 Sedan (E36) VIN FAQ

What does a BMW M3 Sedan (E36) VIN tell you?+
A BMW M3 Sedan (E36) VIN decodes to the exact variant, engine, transmission, body type, model year and factory options. Our free decoder also checks recalls and available safety ratings.
Where is the VIN on a BMW M3 Sedan (E36)?+
Look at the base of the windscreen on the driver's side, on the driver's door-jamb sticker, and on the vehicle registration document (V5C / title).
What years was the BMW M3 Sedan (E36) made?+
Our database covers the BMW M3 Sedan (E36) for model years 1994–1998, across 2 variants.
Is the BMW M3 Sedan (E36) VIN check free?+
Yes, decoding specifications, recalls and safety ratings is completely free and needs no registration. A paid full-history report (mileage, theft, accidents) is optional.

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