Highlights
- Quality example in exceptionally original form
- Impressive BMW Service History
- Less than 37 thousand miles since new
- Desirable 325i variant
- Timing belt renewed less than 1000 miles ago
- Long advisory free MOT
The Appeal
The E30 generation BMW 3 series was an incredibly important model for the marque, perhaps even their most important. The all new, restyled, solidly engineered model cemented the brand as the leaders in the higher end saloon car market, a title which the brand arguably still holds to this day. To put it simply, the E30 was miles ahead of any of its competitors.
Whilst great in all variants, those looking for a truly great driving experience will find that the 325 E30 is one of the best of the bunch, courtesy of its now legendary straight six engine. Smooth, refined and paired with an incredibly dynamic chassis, the 325 was and still is a true drivers car, and as such good quality examples are becoming thin on the ground, with many being hidden away in private collections or as investments.
What we have here is a rare sight indeed. A later 1991 325i, it comes to market as possibly one of the most honest and original examples of the model, with the odometer boasting well under 40 thousand miles, and an incredibly clean interior and exterior. Finished in rarer four door form, in lesser seen Kashmir over beige colour scheme, this is undoubtedly a very clean E30 and one that deserves to be preserved in its current form as a part of BMW history.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered 01/01/1991
- Supplied through LMT garages of Cardiff
- Just three previous registered keepers - all of which were family or friends
- Not sold on the open market since new
- BMW sales invoice and spec sheet
- Accompanied by a selection of invoices for servicing and maintenance work all (except one) undertaken by BMW main dealers
- Invoice for timing belt replacement less than 1000 miles ago
- Long advisory free MOT valid until August 2025
- V5 registration document present with the vehicle
- BMW book pack present
- BMW service book contains several stamps
The Condition
- Highly original example, impressively well preserved
- Still presented in exceptionally original order
- Finished from factory in lesser seen BMW paint colour Kashmir Beige metallic
- Paintwork is generally of a thoroughly good standard throughout
- External trim is also in great shape
- Glass work, badging and lights are all in very good form
- 14” wheels at all four corners with high quality BMW trims
- Body coloured rear boot spoiler
- Electronically operated sunroof still in good working order
- Specified from the factory with air conditioning
- Front and rear electric windows
- BMW Natural/Beige interior colour scheme
- Cabin is in great form and matches the high quality we find the exterior of the car in with only minimal imperfections
- Upholstery is of a very high quality, still rich in colour and lacking in signs of heavy use or excessive wear
- Plush carpeting used throughout
- Contrasting black dash panel, in good clean order notably lacking in signs of cracking or sun damage
- Well sized carpeted boot area with fold down BMW tool kit
- Interior fixtures, fascias and switchgear present in exceptionally clean shape
- Proudly wears its dealer supplied registration plates, various dealer supplied stickers and 'Unleaded BMW' sticker in the rear window which is still in remarkably good shape
The Mechanics
- Legendary 2.5 litre straight six engine
- Less than 40 thousand miles
- Engine mated to an impressively smooth automatic transmission
- Timing belt renewed less than 1000 miles ago
- Oil, filter and plug service undertaken at the same time
- The car fires into life quickly and comfortably, settling into a comfortable and refined idle
- The car drives very well, providing good power delivery and smooth gear changes from the auto box
- Advisory free MOT valid until August 2025
Summary
In a world where most modern day saloons are awash with computer controlled everything and driver assist galore, the E30 3 series is delightful and refreshing. A genuinely raw driving experience, the 325i packs a punch courtesy of its six cylinder driveline and excellent chassis, and boasts classic 1980s styling you can't help but love.
Incredibly original, finished in an unusual specification and in great overall mechanical and aesthetic order. H89 NKG really does make an ideal candidate for a quirky daily driver but equally lends itself to being preserved as part of a specialist collection.
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