The BMW PRO-3 racing group will be starting their 8th season of exciting racing in 2010 here in the Pacific Northwest. 

The PRO-3 class was introduced in 2003 with the emphasis on driver development. We race with the sanctioning body ICSCC. The class is based on the rugged and readily available BMW E30 325i that was manufactured for the North American market between 1987 and 1991. For more information on the history of this race class, visit the About PRO-3 page.

PRO-3 is the fastest growing class of race cars in ICSCC. This rapid growth is due in no small part to the sense of camaraderie within the group. PRO-3 drivers are all amateur road racers.  Most received their start in car club driving events before moving up to pure racing.  By day they are chefs, architects, pilots, engineers, physicians and other occupations.  All have a love for racing and the camaraderie of racing with each other in the PRO-3 class.

PRO-3 Specifications at a Quick Glance

PRO-3 is a spec racing class for BMW E30s in the Pacific Northwest. It is the intent of the Pro-3 class to  create a restrictive formula for BMW cars designed to emphasize driver ability rather than design and preparation of the car. The spirit of the formula will not allow any modifications that would increase the cost of competition, nor lend to an unfair performance advantage. 

Body: 1987-1991 BMW E30 325i, 2-door or 4-door.

Engine:  stock M20 6-cylinder except aftermarket chip allowed.

Tire: Toyo R888 or RA1.

Wheels:  14” or 15” diameter allowed.

Brakes: rotors and calipers stock, aftermarket pads allowed.

ABS: not allowed.

Suspension:  Open except remote reservoir shocks not allowed.

Minimum weight with driver: 2,650 pounds.

Minimum ride height: 5 inches to rocker panel.

Complete regulations for the PRO-3 class can be found at the ICSCC Technical Reference page.

Photography Credits

All images by Curtis Creager unless otherwise noted. Visit Creager Photography to purchase your prints.