Highlights
- Low mileage and well preserved E30 cabriolet
- Desirable Lux with leather trim and BBS alloys
- Huge history file with full service history
- Recent timing belt, water pump, auxiliary belts and service
- Long MOT to December 2024 with no advisories
- Just three registered keepers from new all in their 60's
The Appeal
The E30 is the car that really put BMW on the British motoring map. Suburban driveways instantly had their subtle success signifier.
A plethora of engine and trim combinations were available, with many plumping for the 1.8litre fuel injected motor because even this small-capacity motor was quicker and livelier than its British rivals. Later 318s got the more powerful M40 engine. For those seeking a little more luxury there was the Lux package from 1990 that added colour-coded, bumpers, BBS 14in alloys, a trip computer, three spoke leather-trimmed wheel and that most 80s of enhancements - rear headrests.
This very pretty 318 Convertible has that later 110bhp M40 engine and the desirable Lux package. But perhaps it is the condition, history and low mileage that most impress - all three make this car really stand out. A recent timing belt and water pump change with full service further underline the sense of a very well cared for, sparingly used car. The condition inside and out reflects this.
A long MOT without advisories to December 2024 add reassurance. This is a very good example of a practical four seater convertible that is ready for summer.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered 19th March 1993
- Factory built in February 1993 and retains its factory specification
- Three registered keepers
- Acquired by current keeper on 25th September 2020
- Always maintained by marque specialists, main dealers and classic car garages
- Detailed record of servicing and maintenance history from 1993 shown in photographs
- Vast history file that extends across a large dining table as shown
- Full set of factory handbooks in good condition
- 2 keys
- Service book stamped with 14 visits and further bodywork and coolant checks
- Most recently serviced at 59,139 miles in December 2023
- Timing belt regularly replaced during life, most recently at 57,608 miles in October 2020
- Water pump and auxiliary belts replaced at the same time
- Offside suspension arm replaced in November 2021
- Clutch master cylinder replaced September 2022
- MOT to 18th December 2024 with no advisories and 59,139 miles showing on test
The Condition
- Well kept and smartly presented car in stand-out red with black interior
- Condition reflects the low mileage with good paintwork, panels and interior
- Electrically operated black fabric roof in good order
- Lux specification with fog lamp delete
- Well kept BBS 14in alloy wheels
- Pirelli tyres fitted with some cracking visible to sidewalls
- Tidy underside with no structural advisories on recent MOT
- Very original car including factory BMW Bavaria radio and first aid kit
- Fitted with Pioneer DAB stereo but original head unit included
- Black leather seats with rear headrests in good order showing only light driver’s seat wear
- Leather sports three-spoke steering wheel
- Well kept interior fittings and switchgear
The Mechanics
- 1,796cc M40 engine as fitted to later E30s and with 110bhp
- 5pd manual gearbox
- Tidy engine bay
- Full service history by main dealers and specialists
- Recent service in December 2023 with few miles since
- Timing belt replaced at 57,608 miles in late 2020
- No reported running or driving issues to advise
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