Inline six-cylinder M20 2.5 L engine developing 170 bhp, with a five-speed manual gearbox
Factory Diamond Schwarz black, well maintained with lattice-pattern wheels
Very original, notably fitted with a BMW Bavaria radio and an M Sport steering wheel
Four-seat convertibles, stylish and practical
The Appeal
The E30 tamed the adventurous steering of its predecessor and became one of the reference options for ambitious drivers of the 1980s who enjoy putting their foot down. Among the vast range of engine options, the 2.5 L M20 producing 170 bhp, ideally paired with a five-speed manual, remains the best real-world choice if you don’t like the complexity of an M-powered setup.
This very clean and original cabriolet is equipped with this engine and gearbox, though you may not notice it immediately as it has been discreetly debadged by the factory. It retains many of its original features, including the optional lattice wheels, the BMW Bavaria radio and the M Sport steering wheel.
The pleasure of these four-seat convertibles is that they blend entertainment with practicality. Few have survived. Here is a rare opportunity to try one of BMW’s finest cars.116-Large.jpeg252.75 KB
Key Information
Mileage: 235,013 km (odometer reading estimated to be correct, not guaranteed)
