Highlights
- Very low documented mileage of under 50,000 miles
- Recent service with gearbox and differential fluids
- Brake discs and lines replaced August 2024
- Roof fabric replaced in 2022 at a cost of over £2,000
- Thick history file of ongoing maintenance
- Only five registered keepers with previous keeper for 20 years
- MOT to June 2025 with minor advisories rectified
- Private registration plate included
The Appeal
The E36 is what wrestler would describe as a slam dunk. In a single move BMW spelt the death knell for mid-market motors like the Mondeo and Vectra and gave company and private car buyers one of the greatest range of saloons, coupes and convertibles of the last 30 years.
What made the car so good was its ability to engage the driver, without modern nannying technology, whilst delivering decent performance. Outside of the tarmac-sizzling M3, the E36 you really want is a 328i because the M52 straight six is a shining gem of a motor.
To that compelling mix, this 1999 car adds the versatility of a convertible roof and a relaxing auto box. Perfect, then, for some summer Uk and European touring.
It is a very low mileage car that has had just five keepers in its quarter century, the last one for 20 years. Finished in popular mid blue with matching roof and black leather interior, it is a very well car whose sparing use is clear from the condition.
The thick history file includes a carefully annotated spreadsheet documenting all expenditure from new up to July 2022. Subsequent invoices show regular investment with notable highlights including £2,000 expended on replacing the roof fabric. In August 2024 the car was serviced by a well regarded specialist, with extra work including differential and gearbox fluids. The brake pipes and discs were also replaced to rectify advisories on the previous MOT.
The car is only for sale due to a change of circumstances and the vendor tells us that he will be very sad to see it go. It comes to market with MOT to June 2025, with advisories rectified as described.
History and Paperwork
- First registered 19th October 1999
- Five registered keepers
- Previous keeper had the car for over 20 years
- Full service completed in September/October by specialist
- Work included gearbox and differential fluid change
- MOT advisories for brakes rectified at the same time
- MOT to 11th June 2025 with advisories rectified as shown
- Original Bill of Sale included
- Thick history file of maintenance
- Mileage verified by MOT history
- Old MOTs
- Typed spreadsheet of maintenance from first registration to 2022
- Further invoices supporting ongoing work
- £2,000 of repairs to roof in 2022 including new fabric
- V5C in current keeper’s name
- Factory handbooks as shown
- Original factory torch which vendor says may require new battery
- Private registration included in sale
The Condition
- Smart mid-blue metallic paintwork in very good order for age and mileage
- There are a few points to note to paintwork such as stone chips and scuffs
- None of these appear to be unsightly or detract from overall good impression
- Bodywork presents well including usual E36 check areas such as sills and arches
- Underside in good order with no advisories for structure on current MOT
- Blue fabric roof with material replaced in 2022 and presenting well as shown
- Roof reported to be in full working order
- Five spoke, split spoke factory 16in alloys in good order with few marks
- Matching Falken tyres fitted all round showing good sidewall condition and plenty of tread
- A and B posts and panel apertures including boot and bonnet present well
- Exterior lighting presents well with only advised damage being cracked foglight
- The vendor reports that the car remains dry and does not leak
- Black leather interior in very good condition with only light wear to note in photos
- There is a small split in the rear seat reported by the seller
- Carpets in good order with fitted protective over mats
- Over mats to cabin footwells show some staining but not damaged
- Factory standard interior with headlining, door cards and switchgear presenting well
- Fitted with a later Pioneer stereo as shown
- Boot carpet in good order with some light signs of use
- Factory tool kit included appearing complete and uncorroded
- Supplied with space saver spare wheel
- No reported faults with lights, electrics, switchgear and dials except as noted
- No dashboard warning lights advised
The Mechanics
- 2,793cc M52 straight six 192bhp engine
- 5spd automatic gearbox
- Full service by specialist in August 2024
- Gearbox and differential fluids replaced at the same time
- Brake discs and pipes replaced at same time to rectify MOT advisories
- MOT advisories but these have been rectified as shown in photos
- We are told that the car always starts
- We are not aware of any running or driving faults
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