Overview
- Schubert Motorsport’s #81 BMW M3 Touring 24H won the SPX class and finished fifth overall with Jens Klingmann, Connor De Phillippi, Ugo de Wilde, and Neil Verhagen driving.
- Based on BMW’s M4 GT3 EVO platform, the wagon showed front-running speed against full GT3 entries and briefly fought for an overall podium.
- ROWE Racing’s #99 M4 GT3 EVO finished fourth overall, while the defending #1 BMW retired before midnight due to refuelling system problems.
- BMW M Motorsport said the Touring will appear at selected events, though GT3 rules that require two-door cars constrain where the five-door can race.
- The car began as a 2025 April Fool’s idea and became race-ready in eight months after strong fan interest, highlighting how public demand can shape factory programs.