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A Family’s Story Through BMWs — Interview with Eric, Founder of Night Shift

We sat down with Eric, the founder and editor of Taiwan-based automotive and motorcycle media Night Shift, to talk about the roots of his passion for cars. At the heart of his story lies his father’s love for BMWs — a passion that shaped not only his family life but also his own journey as an enthusiast.

BMW M3 (E30)

The BMW M3 (E30) is the first model of the M3, BMW's signature sports sedan that continues to this day. In the pantheon of automotive greatness, few names resonate with as much reverence and admiration as the BMW E30 M3. Born from motorsport pedigree and refined for the streets, the E30 M3 stands as a timeless testament to precision engineering, captivating design, and exhilarating performance.

BMW M3 (E36)

In 1992, BMW M launched the M3 E36, the second generation of the BMW M3 high-performance sports coupe. It featured a modern design, significantly increased power and improved comfort and practicality. Although relatively modest compared to the flamboyant exterior of its predecessor, the M3 E30, a closer look at the details reveals that it has inherited M's distinctive motorsport DNA, while at the same time finding its own identity on a new path.

BMW M3 GT (E36)

BMW M engineers created a more powerful and high-performance limited production BMW M3 GT, which was launched for DM 91,000 (€46,514). The BMW M3 GT was only sold in Germany, making it rare for international fans and collectors.