Highlights
- Partially documented restoration with comprehensive mechanical overhaul in 2022
- Only three former registered keepers in the last eleven years
- Registered with Automotoclub Storico Italiano (ASI)
- Original owner's manual and maintenance invoices included
- Fully repainted and professionally reupholstered black leather seats
The Appeal
The BMW E30 3 Series represents a golden era in BMW's history, combining timeless design with engaging driving dynamics that continue to captivate enthusiasts decades later.
The first-series 320i offered here presents an increasingly rare opportunity to own a well-preserved example of this iconic model. This Beemer stands out for its comprehensive mechanical overhaul and ASI registration, making it a turnkey classic ready for immediate enjoyment.
Having been in the hands of just three careful owners over the past 11 years, this E30 has received attentive care and thoughtful upgrades while maintaining its period-correct charm.
The first-series 320i offered here presents an increasingly rare opportunity to own a well-preserved example of this iconic model. This Beemer stands out for its comprehensive mechanical overhaul and ASI registration, making it a turnkey classic ready for immediate enjoyment.
Having been in the hands of just three careful owners over the past 11 years, this E30 has received attentive care and thoughtful upgrades while maintaining its period-correct charm.
History and Paperwork
- First registered in 1984 as a first-series E30
- Only three former registered keepers in the last eleven years, with the current owner having possession for one year
- Technical inspection valid until October 2026
- Registered with the Automotoclub Storico Italiano
- Comes with the original owner's manual
- Includes invoices for all major maintenance work
- The vendor states they have personally driven the car from Italy without any issues
- The vendor also advises that they will support with registering the vehicle abroad
The Condition
- Complete exterior respray
- Reupholstered black leather seats
- Body and underbody reported to be rust-free
- Dashboard appears in very good condition with no cracks or signs of wear
- Check Control Panel is present and functioning correctly
- All instrumentation works properly
- Headliner fabric in good condition with only two small holes where sun visors were previously attached
- Chrome trim around the windscreen and rear window shows some deterioration of the chrome finish
- One dashboard instrument light bulb requires replacement
The Mechanics
- 2.0-litre six-cylinder petrol engine
- Five-speed manual transmission
- Mechanically prepared for any use according to the vendor
Comprehensive mechanical overhaul in August 2022 at 206,000 km including:
- Timing belt, auxiliary belt and water pump replacement
- Oil and filter change
- Front and rear shock absorbers and springs replacement
- Vacuum and fuel lines renewal
- Front brake discs and pads, rear brake drums replacement
- Transmission joint and valve cover gasket replacement
- CV joint boots replacement
- Additional maintenance in October 2024:
- Additional oil change (only 100 km driven since 2022)
- New original exhaust system fitted
- Fuel lines and coolant hoses replaced
- New thermostat installed
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