1989 BMW E30 | Wolverhampton, West Midlands

A 1989 BMW E30, the second-generation 3 Series. The model is known for compact, rear-wheel-drive proportions, a wide choice of engines and a cabin that feels roomier than its size suggests. This car is finished in red with a grey interior, a simple pairing that reads clearly on camera. It has the 2.5-litre petrol engine, one of the larger options in the E30 range. The squared-off lines of 1980s BMW styling are easy to frame against almost any backdrop. That look suits 1980s film and TV scenes, automotive photography, advertising and music videos, where period shape matters. Fashion and editorial shoots get a strong red that holds its own against a plain background. Weddings and personal hires are a good match too. The car is based in Wolverhampton, West Midlands.