WhatClassAmIAutocross Classing Guide

SCCA® Solo classing — unofficial guide

What autocross class is a BMW M3 (E30)?

CSStreetDSTStreet TouringDSPStreet Prepared

A stock 1988–1991 BMW M3 (E30) runs in CS (Street) under the 2026 SCCA Solo Rules. Built to Street Touring allowances (within DST tire and wheel limits), it runs DST.

Class by preparation level

Stock (Street)CS
Street TouringDST
Street PreparedDSP
Street ModifiedSM
Prepared

A “—” means the car isn’t listed at that level; a build lands in the least-prepared category its modifications allow.

Also eligible for

XA/XBXtreme Street

From the 2026 rulebook (Appendix A)

Street: 'M3 (E30) (1988-91)' = CS. ST: '3 Series (E30 chassis, incl. M3)' = DST. SP: 'M3 (E30 chassis)' = DSP.

Unofficial guidance verified against the 2026 SCCA® Solo® Rules — always confirm against the current rulebook before competing. Classing data cites the exact Appendix A wording it relies on. Spot an error? Report it on GitHub.