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Model Car BMW M3 blue, red, and white number 10 - Tour de Corse 1987
Echelle: 1/43ème
Pilotes: B. Beguin / J.J. Lenne
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Here is a BMW M3 in its blue, red, and white tricolor livery that made history at the 1987 Tour de Corse Rally. This miniature faithfully reproduces the vehicle entered by the crew B. Béguin / J.J. Lenne under number 10, in one of the most technical stages of the World Rally Championship.
This replica is a valuable testament to the golden age of rallying, when the BMW M3 dominated European specials thanks to its revolutionary design and legendary reliability.
Miniature Features
- Model: BMW M3 Tour de Corse 1987
- Brand: BMW
- Year: 1987
- Scale: 1/43
- Color: Blue, red, and white
- Race number: 10
- Drivers: B. Béguin / J.J. Lenne
- Protective case included: Yes
The BMW M3: Born for Competition
The BMW M3 E30 was born in 1986 with a clear goal: to dominate circuits and European rallies. BMW Motorsport developed this high-performance version of the 3 Series to meet the strict requirements of Group A homologation. The Bavarian manufacturer had to produce at least 5,000 units to enter the M3 in competition.
Equipped with a 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine developing 200 horsepower in its standard version, the M3 is distinguished by its wide fender flares, imposing rear wing, and redesigned grille. These aerodynamic modifications are not just cosmetic: they greatly enhance high-speed stability and engine cooling efficiency.
In rallying, race versions develop up to 300 horsepower and are remarkably effective on all types of terrain. The 1987 Tour de Corse marks one of the M3's first major international victories, heralding the start of a reign that would last several years in the World Rally Championship.
BMW Motorsport: German Excellence
In 1987, BMW underwent a major expansion period across all sports fronts. The Motorsport division, established in 1972, had already proven itself in Formula 1 as an engine supplier and is now developing its own racing vehicles. The M3 represents the culmination of fifteen years of experience in motorsport.
This sporting strategy fits into BMW's tradition of viewing competition as a development laboratory for its production vehicles. Each technical innovation tested in rally or circuit racing finds its application in the consumer range, reinforcing the Bavarian brand's performance image. The commitment to rallying also allows BMW to conquer new markets, notably in France where victories in Corsica greatly contribute to the brand's commercial success.
The Tour de Corse: The True Test
The Rallye Tour de Corse truly deserves its nickname of "Rally of France" as this event represents a unique technical challenge worldwide. Organized on the winding roads of the Isle of Beauty since 1956, this rally is distinguished by its 350 kilometers of specials entirely held on asphalt, through the famous Corsican mountain hairpin bends.
In 1987, the event was part of the World Rally Championship and attracted the greatest European manufacturers. The BMW M3 number 10 of Béguin-Lenne had to face the formidable Lancia Delta HF 4WD and Audi Quattro on particularly demanding terrain. The Corsican specials, with their impressive elevations and hairpin turns, provide a ruthless testing ground to assess mechanical reliability and crew endurance.
This 1987 edition marks a historical turning point in the technical evolution of rallying. The arrival of the M3 with its rear-wheel drive against established four-wheel drive systems revitalizes the debate on the regulatory evolution of motorsport. The BMW’s performance demonstrates that traditional design, refined over years of experience, can still compete with the most advanced technological innovations.
The unique atmosphere of the Tour de Corse, with its thousands of passionate spectators gathered along the mountain roads, turns each passage into a pure automotive spectacle. This miniature perfectly captures the spirit of this golden age when drivers and manufacturers continually pushed the limits of performance on Europe’s most spectacular roads.
Complete Your Miniature Collection
This BMW M3 Tour de Corse 1987 naturally finds its place at the heart of a collection dedicated to rally vehicles or BMW competition models. It pairs perfectly with other glories from this golden era of rallying, creating a coherent set representative of the 1980s in motorsport.
Passionate collectors of European rallies will appreciate pairing it with other race vehicles from this prosperous period. This miniature will also appeal to fans of foreign automobiles who wish to honor the sporting legacy of German manufacturers, as well as enthusiasts of the Bavarian brand eager to complete their 1/43 collection.
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