Back in 1994, Mike Morris put Schneller on the map by dropping a 360hp S38 engine into an E30 – creating a 170mph monster that European Car, Performance BMW, and Roundel magazines couldn’t stop talking about.
Since then, we’ve completed over 35 E30 performance conversions. Not cookie-cutter builds – each one tailored to what the owner wanted. Some became track weapons, others, perfect street cars. When you search for an “E30 specialist near me,” you want someone who’s actually been doing this for decades, not someone who just discovered these cars are valuable.
BMW E30 restoration isn’t just about making old cars look new. It’s about understanding what makes these cars special and preserving that while fixing three decades of wear. We can handle every aspect:
E30s are simple compared to modern BMWs, but they still need everything done right:
These only scratch the surface, we can handle almost anything E30 – Reach out and we’d be happy to discuss your needs.
Not every E30 needs full restoration. We help you decide what makes sense for YOUR car and budget. Sometimes that’s a mechanical refresh to keep it reliable. Sometimes it’s going all-in on a special car. We’ll be straight with you about E30 restoration cost versus value.
Finding the right E30 specialist near me means finding someone with parts connections and deep knowledge. More importantly, we know what’s worth fixing versus replacing, what aftermarket parts are worth it, and what modifications hurt value versus help it.
Not every E30 needs restoration or race prep. Many customers drive these cars daily and just need reliable service from an E30 specialist near me who gets it. We handle:
We treat daily driver E30s with the same respect as our restoration projects. These cars have survived this long so they deserve proper care.
Mike’s son, Hans, competed with a Schneller-built Spec E30 in SCCA, winning 15 out of 16 races in 2025. That’s not luck – that’s preparation. We build and maintain E30 race cars for various series.
We know the rulebook inside out. Legal builds that are fast AND reliable. From cage installation to corner weighting, we can handle any E30 racecar needs.
Not racing but want to enjoy BMW CCA track events? We prep E30s for high-performance driving:
Mike & Jennifer are both BMW CCA instructors, while their son Hans is the reigning SCCA SpecE30 Champion. We know what these cars need for safe, fast track driving.
We’re not just an E30 repair shop – we’re part of the community. From sponsoring BMW CCA events to sharing knowledge at car meets, we’re invested in keeping these cars on the road. When you bring your E30 here, you’re not just a customer. You’re another E30 enthusiast who gets why these cars matter.
Our blogfeatures E30 technical articles, and we’re always happy to answer questions even if you’re working on your car yourself. The E30 community is what keeps these cars alive.
We pioneered E30 engine swaps back in the mid-90s. While others were figuring out if it could be done, we were refining HOW to do it right.
Call Schneller BMW at (978) 465-2002 or contact us online to discuss your E30 project. From simple maintenance to complete builds, we’re the E30 specialist near me you’ve been searching for.
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