Although BMW E30 M3s are not strictly rare, it is as "unicorn" as it gets to find one in mint condition with an exceptionally small number of miles as this example is now on sale on Bring a Trailer. Recently, the car hit the auction site and has garnered $75,000 USD towards its finish price in nine days. 

Painted in "Zinnoberrot" — German for Vermilion Rose — the E30 M3 retains many original components since it was purchased new in 1988. The car arrives with the original inline-four-cylinder 2.3L engine, mated with its five-speed Getrag manual gearbox and limited slip differential from the factory. The original truck wing was replaced with an adjustable OEM Sport Evolution spoiler painted in matching red, but the original factory US-spec spoiler is still included in the sale. The original 15" BBS wheels of the M3 are as new as the outside, as is the trunk spare tire. The tan interior is accentuated by a black M-Tech 1 steering wheel, which is also in flawless condition. Last but not least, the car comes with an extensive service history across its tiny 8,099-mile life, recent fluid and valve services, supplied literature and even a full factory-included toolkit. 

The BMW E30 M3 was first introduced in 1985 and has been in production from 1986-1991, with the USA obtaining their allotment in 1988. The E30 M3 was one of the greatest cars in the late 80s and early 90s due to its high revving four-cylinder engine, homologated tuning and aerodynamic requirements for DTM and Group A racing, and an overall driver-centric feel. Given that it is considered by car enthusiasts globally as a modern classic, excellent examples of condition most often command a high asking price. 

To make reference, Paul Walker's E30 M3 in a similar red has been sold for $150,000 USD in May, 2020.

Designer Andre Courreges, as they say, owned one E30 M3 back in the late 80s.

The auction is currently priced at $75,000 USD.

1988 BMW E30 M3 IN MINT CONDITION WITH 8K MILE HISTORY ON SALE

With the iOS 13.6 update coming soon, iPhone users will be able to use the new Apple's Virtual Car Keys feature. Officially announced to be a headline feature of iOS 14 at WWDC 2020, the radical function will launch earlier than expected. 

The introduction of the BMW Connected app on the App Store revealed a lot about how the functionality of Apple's Virtual Car Keys would work. The BMW 5 series will be the first car to obtain the feature according to rumors, but the German automotive maker is looking to introduce it to a wide range of models. The 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, X5, X6, X7, X5M, X6M and Z4 cars manufactured after July 1, 2020 will apparently all be able to use the Virtual Car Keys feature. 

"The iPhone's BMW Digital Key will allow you to lock and unlock your car by holding the iPhone up to the door handle and start it by placing the iPhone inside the smartphone tray. The owner of the car will also be able to share access with up to 5 people. The Digital Key will be available through your Apple Watch, too. You can set up the Digital Key via the BMW Connected App, while the Digital Key is stored in Apple Wallet after setup. 

The software also confirms the functionality will be on the iPhone XR, iPhone XS and newer, plus the latest Apple Watch. By putting the device into the smartphone tray, users will be able to turn the engine on and unlock cars by bringing their device close to the door handle. It is also vital to remember that up to five friends will be able to share the keys with the owner. iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max will be able to use a slightly different Express mode to unlock doors. 

Stay tuned for more details about the release of the Virtual Car Keys feature by Apple.

Rumors say that London designer Victoria Beckham may become the Apple UK's ambassador as of 2021.

Everything you need to know about Apple Car Keys.

BMW COMPATIBLE APPLE CAR KEYS WILL BE RELEASED WITH THE IOS 13.6

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