Highlights
- Exceptionally low mileage
- Great factory spec and options
- Good service history
- 1 owner from new
- only 14,336 Miles
The Appeal
First introduced to the motoring public in 1997 the E46 was the 4th generation of the renowned and ever-popular BMW 3 Series.
Available in a variety of body styles and engines, the 318i, although not the quickest of the engines, is no slouch, and as with all BMWs, the car is well built and a nice drive with its agile chassis and quick steering. Of course, it also comes with great looks as standard and this one offers a great opportunity as it’s hardly been used and kept garaged throughout its life.
The History and Paperwork
- Built 27th March 2001
- Only 1 owner from new
- Genuine low mileage
- Owner reports a full service history but service book wasn’t stamped
- V5c present
- 2 Keys
- Current MOT expires 9/8/2023
- Handbook present
- Space saver wheel and jack
The Interior
- Light Beige Montana Leather interior in excellent condition
- Original radio 6 CD auto-changer and cassette player
- Sports Steering wheel
- Air conditioning
- Rubber mats and carpets all good
- Door cards all good
- Original toolkit present
- Headlining nice and tight
- Rear nearside passenger door rubbers appear to be coming loose
- Original condition throughout
The Exterior
- Metallic Sapphire Black paintwork in good condition but with a few scratches and imperfections as illustrated in the photographs
- Wheels very clean with four brand new Goodyear run flat tyres fitted on 24th August
- A couple of small dents, two on bonnet
- One large scratch to front passenger door
- Underside looks very clean and tidy
- Wheel arches all look good and clean
- Shut lines, lights and all trim and badges are good
- Thatcham alarm system fitted
The Mechanics
- 1800cc
- 5-speed sport automatic transmission
- Recently serviced at Barons BMW where it was reported to be in good mechanical order recommending only to replace the original tyres
- Good service history
- All electrics reported to function correctly
- Little use during recent years
- The car starts and drives very well with no major issues to report or advise
The Summary
Owned and cherished for the last 20 years by one careful 65-year-old owner, this car represents a nice opportunity to purchase a solid, purposeful and well-kept example of a great looking car. A few imperfections around the body, some of which can be easily attended to, and a nice luxurious interior should ensure every drive is an enjoyable one.
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