***Vendor supplied images***

Highlights

85,250 miles from new
2-litre straight-six
Automatic transmission
Excellent specification
Unmodified and in factory specification

The Appeal

Well-regarded at the time and downright revered now, the BMW E30 is a perennial favourite amongst collectors and enthusiasts alike. Stylish, well engineered and great to drive, they make for a practical and reliable daily classic, as well as being welcomed at all manner of shows and events.

And of all the variants, our favourite has to be the ‘Touring’. After all, who doesn’t love a ‘long roof’? With heaps of load-lugging capacity, they are perfect everyday cars, as well as being quite rare these days.

This particular example has clearly been very well cared for, with well below average mileage and a wonderfully well preserved interior. Externally it looks just as smart too, and thankfully has not been modified or “enhanced”, as so many E30s have. Unmodified, nicely presented and in an attractive specification – there’s much to admire here.

The History and Paperwork

First registered in August 1989
12 owners from new
Current owner since December 2021
Just 85,250 miles from new
Unmodified and in factory specification
Current MOT to October 2023
The vendor tells us the car will be supplied with an extensive history file

The Interior

Smart grey vinyl and fabric upholstery throughout
The seats are vinyl-backed and faced with light grey patterned fabric – all present in excellent condition, with no substantial wear and no sagging or damage we could see
Grey carpet runs through the cabin and boot area and is in fine fettle, with no staining or threading apparent
The previous owner installed the new black headlining, which shows well, with no sagging or tears
The dashboard is cracked – the vendor tells us they have had a quote of about £250 to get this fixed
Modern Sony CD/radio system with Aux input
Electric windows and door mirrors
All of the trim and switchgear looks to be in very good order, with no notable wear
The vendor tells us that everything works just as it should, with no faults reported
Large boot space contains a retractable load cover as well as the toolkit and a first aid kit
Under the boot carpet, the floor and spare wheel well are in excellent condition, with no sign of corrosion or damage
A full-size spare wheel is also present

The Exterior

Original red paintwork shows very well, with only a few minor marks and blemishes
All of the bodywork looks nice and straight, with no corrosion or damage we could discern
The external trim, glass and badging all shows very nicely, with no cracking or UV damage apparent
Factory fitted twin headlamp wipers
Underneath, the floors and sills looks very straight and tidy, with no damage or notable corrosion at all
There is a smattering of the usual surface corrosion to some of the drivetrain components
The car is still wearing the correct 15-inch ‘Style 5’ alloy wheels, finished in silver and shod with a decent set of tyres

The Mechanics

1,990cc straight-six engine
Four-speed automatic transmission
Rear-wheel drive
Factory option cruise control
The engine bay is very clean and tidy, with no signs of issues, leaks or overheating we could see
In the last few months the vendor tells us they have carried out a major service (spark plugs, fluids and filters), including the differential and transmission oil
A new water valve has been fitted for the heater matrix, as well as a new radiator and all of the coolant hoses
New track rod ends and steering rack gaiters have also been fitted, and the wheels have been aligned
The vendor assures us that the car drives “faultlessly”, starting, idling and driving just as it should with no mechanical issues they are aware of

Summary

It’s easy to see why the E30 is universally adored – they’re a timelessly stylish design, drive beautifully and are very well made. This example has been very well maintained too, and with well below average miles, should offer many more years of classic motoring enjoyment.

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