Genuine Sport model with desirable straight-six engine
Tasteful upgrades including genuine AC Schnitzer components, Bilstein suspension, and 18-inch BBS alloys
Covering only approximately 300 miles per year and stored during winter months since 2019 acquisition
Recent structural work including new rear arches and jacking points
MOT valid until August 2027 with just one advisory
The Appeal
The E36-generation 328i Sport is among the most coveted variants of BMW's third-generation 3 Series, pairing the silky 2.8-litre straight-six with Sport-specification chassis and trim. Increasingly sought after, well-kept examples with a clear history of care are becoming harder to find.
This 1997 example has been sparingly used and carefully maintained by its current family, with significant investment in structural integrity and a number of tasteful upgrades including genuine AC Schnitzer components, Bilstein suspension, and 18-inch BBS alloys. The vendor describes the car as being in great overall condition, with factory black leather inside that is said to look very good. The engine is reported to be running well, and the car passed its most recent MOT with just a single advisory.
This 328i Sport presents as a well-cared-for example ready for its next custodian.image.png1.04 MB
Key Information
Mileage: 120,000 miles (indicated)
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: MOT valid until 17th August 2027
Paperwork: book pack, stamped service book, significant collection of invoices
Service history:
11/25 – 119,743 miles – Roythorne & Son Ltd
Replaced nearside rear ABS sensor, ABS relay, offside front jacking point section, rear indicator bulbs, and side repeater bulbs; changed brake fluid and carried out MOT test
03/25 – 119,452 miles – Roythorne & Son Ltd
Carried out diagnostic check for burning plastic smell, idling fault, and lumpy running; diagnosed faulty ignition coil packs and stored VANOS fault codes
04/24 – 119,458 miles – Elvins Ltd
Carried out engine oil service
04/23 – 118,524 miles – Autoleys Ltd
Fitted polyurethane front arm rear eye bushes, changed brake fluid, stripped and cleaned front and rear brakes, and pressure-tested cooling system
04/22 – Mileage Not Stated – Autoleys Ltd
Replaced A/C compressor, coolant pump, thermostat, thermostat housing, coolant/PAS pump pulleys, auxiliary belt & tensioner, A/C belt & tensioner, heater valve, and radiator top hose; refilled/bled cooling system and re-gassed A/C system
01/22 – Mileage Not Stated – Listers BMW / Online Parts Orders
Replaced water pump (Meyle), kidney grilles, windscreen washer pump, and underbody protection covers/ledges
05/21 – 117,508 miles – Listers BMW
Replaced left-hand and right-hand front lower bumper wedges
06/20 – 117,624 miles – Autoleys Ltd
Carried out Inspection II major service including engine oil (Mobil 1), oil filter, air filter, fuel filter, and spark plugs
04/20 – 117,508 miles – Autoleys Ltd
Replaced both front lower ball joints, repaired A/C leak and re-gassed system, and performed four-wheel alignment
01/20 – Mileage Not Stated – Demon Tweeks / Blackcircles
Supplied and fitted Eibach Pro-Kit lowering springs, 4 x Dunlop Sport Maxx RT2 tyres, top strut mounts, and new battery
05/19 – Mileage Not Stated – Jayar Car Parts / LKQ
Replaced camshaft position sensor, ContiTech drive belt, and front/rear brake discs, pads, and sensors
04/19 – Mileage Not Stated – Autolec Lowestoft
Overhauled and repaired air conditioning system
02/15 – Mileage Not Stated – Elvins Ltd
Carried out interim service (engine oil, filter, and engine flush) and read ECU fault codes
11/13 – 101,254 miles – Inchcape Fast Ltd / Elvins Ltd
Carried out engine oil service and re-gassed air conditioning system
09/12 – Mileage Not Stated – Millers Tyre & Exhaust / Wheel Revivers
Refurbished 4 x 17-inch alloy wheels in Brilliant Silver with split-ring detailing
07/10 – 93,705 miles – Frost Motor Services
Replaced rear brake pipes and changed engine oil and filter
06/09 – 91,263 miles – Roy Catling Whitegates
Replaced nearside rear wheel bearing
06/08 – 88,689 miles – Roy Catling Whitegates
Carried out BMW Inspection II service
06/06 – 84,552 miles – Roy Catling Whitegates
Replaced nearside and offside front wishbones and carried out engine oil change
01/06 – 83,650 miles – Roy Catling Whitegates
Carried out BMW Oil Service
06/05 – 78,279 miles – Hemingstone Garage
Carried out BMW Inspection I service
03/04 – 68,440 miles – Cooper Reading
Carried out BMW Inspection II service
08/02 – 61,462 miles – Cooper Reading
Carried out BMW Oil Service
05/01 – 52,738 miles – Cooper Reading
Carried out BMW Inspection I service
07/00 – 42,670 miles – Cooper Reading
Carried out BMW Oil Service
11/98 – 36,781 miles – Whitehouse (Ruxley)
Carried out BMW Inspection II service
03/98 – 18,472 miles – Whitehouse (Ruxley)
Carried out BMW Inspection I service
03/97 – 9,962 miles – Whitehouse (Ruxley)
Carried out BMW Oil Service
08/97 – 28 miles – Altwood of Slough
Pre-delivery inspection and handover to original owner
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