Highlights

Factory standard and well-kept 6-cyl E30
Practical four-seat convertible with manual box
Large history file with recent service
Cambelt replaced in 2021 with few miles since
Well-specified car with blue leather sports seats

The Appeal

The E30 is where BMW found its mojo. It’s a car that evolved the understated three-box style of the E21, but added improved, more sure-footed handling to endorse the firm’s claim to build ‘the ultimate driving machine.’

The joy of a 3-Series convertible like this one is that it ticks the boxes marked ‘head’ and ‘heart.’ With the firm’s silky 2.5L 170bhp 6cyl M20 engine and a manual box, it is as engaging as any driver could want, yet with four seats and a decent boot, it is practical and sensible too.

This 1991 325i car is a really well-presented example with a tasty factory specification, including that 2.5L engine and manual box. The Alpineweiss II paintwork is matched with a factory body kit and full sports leather interior in blue with a matching roof. The condition is very tidy for a car that is now 35 years old. The large history file shows regular maintenance with a cam belt change in 2021 and service in July 2025.

History and Paperwork

First registered 1st August 1991
Current keeper since June 2025
Large history file of maintenance as shown
Service history summarised below
Cam belt change in 2021
Factory handbooks and wallet
Last MOT ran to September 2025
V5C

Service history (further details in photos):

07/25 - 136,478 miles - CPC Performance
09/23 - 135,509 miles - BMW & Mercedes Specialist
04/21 - unknown mileage - Bob Rose - with timing belt
09/20 - unknown mileage - Wolds View Garage
12/97 - 46,720 miles - BMW Heathrow
06/97 - 39,16 1miles - BMW Heathrow
02/96 - 32,634 miles - BMW Heathrow
05/95 - 27,275 miles - BMW Heathrow
09/94 - 23,552 miles - BMW Heathrow
12/93 - 16,592 miles - BMW Heathrow
01/93 - 11,011 miles - BMW Heathrow
05/92 - 6,723 miles - BMW Heathrow
10/91 - 1,311 miles - BMW Heathrow
08/91 - PDI - BMW Heathrow

The Condition

Well-kept factory correct Alpinweiss II white paintwork
Some minor points to note to paintwork in photos
Bodywork is well kept with some localised areas to check in photos
These include the offside rear arch, where it meets the sills
Factory body kit with front and rear spoilers and side skirts
Factory lattice alloys in good condition with light marks
Matching spare wheel
Blue leather interior with sports front seats
Some wear to note on the front seats as shown
Modern Blaupunkt Essen classic-style radio fitted
Blue fabric roof in good working order as shown

The Mechanics

2,494cc M20 170bhp straight six engine
5spd manual gearbox
Factory tool kit as shown
Well-maintained as detailed above
Last serviced in July 2025
Cam belt changed in 2021

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