Shadow 1:64 BMW M3 E30 gray

The Shadow BMW M3, catalog number LL-084-341, is a 1:64 scale collector's model replicating the first generation of the M3 in the E30 body style. The product is designated for adult collectors aged 14+ and is aimed at fans of 1980s German automotive engineering and track classics; it is not a toy for small children, but rather a display model.

The model is finished in gray, with a metal body complemented by plastic parts. The length of the piece is approximately 6–7 cm, consistent with the 1:64 scale. The muted gray color particularly highlights the geometry of the M3 body: the widened wheel arches, the steeper rear window, the raised trunk lid with a spoiler, and the front end with an additional spoiler—all the features that distinguish the M3 from a standard 3 Series. Clear windows reveal a detailed interior with seats, a dashboard, and a steering wheel. The set includes a display base with an acrylic case. The gray variant, LL-084-341, belongs to a three-piece color series for this casting, which also includes red (LL-084-339) and black (LL-084-342) versions.

The prototype is the first-generation BMW M3, based on the E30 3 Series and produced from 1986 to 1991. It was powered by an S14 inline four-cylinder engine with a displacement of 2.3 to 2.5 liters, paired with a five-speed Getrag gearbox, sending power to the rear axle. The design was created for Group A homologation and the DTM championship, which is why engineers redesigned virtually the entire body shell—it shared essentially only the hood and headlights with the standard E30. The high-revving four-cylinder engine, wide track, and very stiff suspension gave the car handling that remains a benchmark for subsequent M3 generations to this day. 17,970 units were produced.

For the collector, the LL-084-341 is the most understated of the three versions in this series, and for this very reason, it works well as an addition to a collection alongside variants in bolder colors. The metal construction, detailed interior, and included acrylic display case clearly place the model above typical toy cars found on store shelves.

FAQ

What is the Shadow BMW M3 E30 LL-084-341 model made of?
The body is made of metal, complemented by plastic components. The set includes a base with an acrylic display case.

What other colors are available in this series?
In addition to gray (LL-084-341), the series includes a red version (LL-084-339) and a black version (LL-084-342).

What is the size of this model?
The length of the piece is approximately 6–7 cm, consistent with the 1:64 scale.