Well presented with a great exterior 2.0L M20 straight-6 engine
Manual transmission
Unmodified appearance
Recent cambelt
Very well maintained example
THE APPEAL
With its provocative aesthetics BMWs second rendition of the 3 series, the E30 still captivates and charms to this day. Produced from 1982-1994, the series offered a comprehensive range of body styles and engines satisfying those who wanted more practicality and others who wanted race track performance.
If the superb 1980s styling doesn't seduce you, then the burble of the straight-6 will. At the turn of the key, the 2.0L M20 engine springs into action, purring with purpose and filling the air with the most wonderful ballad.
Registered in 1990, this E30 Touring is presented very well, being cared for comprehensively with numerous receipts and invoices accompanying the car. The enthusiast owner has enjoyed the last seven years of ownership, working on the car themselves and commissioning more hands-on jobs to ensure the longevity and reliability of the car, backed up by an advisory-free MOT completed in April 2023.
Combining practicality, good looks and performance can be a difficult task but BMW produced something spectacular with the E30. Thrills and functionality are packaged exceptionally here, it really set the benchmark for executive cars and especially fast estates.
THE HISTORY & PAPERWORK
UK registered 5th August 1990
Registered new by Chenhalls Ltd Paignton, Devon
3 previous owners
Spent time in London before returning back to Devon around 1995
Third owner kept the vehicle for 19 years
Current owner since 2015
V5c present
Owners handbook & service portfolio
The service portfolio contains numerous entries up to the year 2000 / 110,000 miles
Additional supporting documentation for maintenance from 2010 to the present day
Kept garaged since 2017
Haynes manual included
Copy of classic car weekly with a photo of the car
MOT until 5th May 2024
No advisories present on April 2023 test
THE INTERIOR
Gorgeously styled & well equipped
Grey fabric & vinyl backed seats
Small areas of wear present
Driver's seat contains small tear and minor bolster wear
The front passenger seat is in great condition with small bolster wear
Rears seats are in excellent condition
The fabric could benefit from a deep clean to bring it up
Grey carpets in excellent condition
Carpets protected with rubber over mats
Replacement headlining fitted in 2018
Small, model-typical cracks in the dash
Original, refurbished Sony radio cassette in working order
All gauges and controls are reported to be in good operating condition
The large rear boot space is clean with the cover present and operational
Spare wheel & warning triangle present
Small marks on the covers plastic housing
THE EXTERIOR
Presented excellently
Original, unmolested appearance
Superb looking car especially in estate form
Diamant-Schwarz Metallic Black
Resprayed in 2021
Rear inner arches welded 2018
New front wings 2021
New drop glass rubbers 2021
New sunroof 2022 (sourced from USA at a cost of $400)
Headlight wipers not functioning due to spindles seizing
Attractive refurbished original alloy wheels
Very light scratches on the driver's door handle, likely to polish out
Badges and trims in great condition
A small area of patina developing on the rear window trims
THE MECHANICS
2.0L M20 straight-6 engine
127bhp / 121ln-ft torque from the factory
5-speed Manual transmission
Gorgeous straight-6 burble
Starts, runs & drives well
Excellently maintained
Recent comprehensive work
Oil & filter changed in 2022
Two Yokohama rear tyres 2022
Rotalla front Tyre 2019
Kumho front tyre 2016
Front brake discs & backplates 2022
Petrol tank & fuel lines 2022
Steel crossover water pipe 2022
Cambelt & tensioner spring 2022
2 new low-pressure power steering hoses 2023
Coolant level sensor 2023
New Fog lamp switch 2022
Window & tailgate rubbers 2021
The rear suspension was removed and new rubber mountings were installed in 2019
Rear shock absorbers 2019
Rear brake discs, back plates & handbrake cable 2019
Power steering rack & offside front calliper 2017
Differential overhaul 2016
Bosch air flow meter 2016
Central locking is not operational
No leaks or untoward noises reported
Underside well maintained and free from issues
SUMMARY
A stunning reminder of an excellent automotive era, the BMW E30 is a timeless classic that is growing in desirability and declining in availability. Good, unmolested examples are becoming increasingly difficult to locate, with many being treated to a harsh abusive life. This tourer is exactly the opposite, being extensively cared for, especially in the current vendors' ownership it offers the chance of authentic E30 ownership, with pleasurable performance and practical functionality too. A very rare opportunity for an enthusiast or collector to own a wonderful example of a spectacular car.
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