The BMW M3 was born from the Bavarian automaker's desire to develop an FIA Group A racing car. To homologate its competition model, BMW had to release a road-going version in at least 5,000 units. It features widened wings, a rear spoiler, and a rear window with a revised slope, achieving a drag coefficient of 0.33. This first M3 became a true legend and symbolized the brand's sporty and chic image in its own right.