Highlights

Genuine E30 with just 60k miles
Garage-stored for over 20 years
Service history and original manuals
Completely unspoilt and immaculate

The Appeal

There are certain cars that completely define their era, and the BMW E30 3-Series is one such example.

Introduced in 1983, the E30 very quickly became an emblem of upwardly mobile aspirations in 1980s Europe – a smart, good-quality and beautifully engineered small saloon car that was wonderfully proportioned and great-to-drive. It sold in its droves, admired by social climbers and appreciated by drivers for its fantastic dynamics. It’s one of the most iconic cars of its era as a result.

Stylish and desirable no matter what the body style, the agonisingly pretty E30 is one of the Bavarian firm’s most recognisable icons, as well as an increasing popular choice of usable modern-ish classic.

The difficulty today is finding a decent one, as so many were used, abused or modified by successive less caring owners. Standard cars in fine order are increasingly hard to find but this is one, helped by the fact it has spent the majority of its life in Japan where it was impeccably well-maintained. It’s a six-cylinder 320i automatic – a refined and comfortable cruiser with a decent turn of pace.

Imported to the UK in 2021 and with all duties long since cleared, it comes with a Japanese service book and associated invoices and a UK MOT valid until April 2025. It’s a desirable two-door non-sunroof model in a great colour, and with pristine condition lattice alloy wheels.

Presented in very smart condition overall and with room for some very minor cosmetic improvements, it’s a desirable and appreciating example of one of the 1980s’ most coveted classic saloon cars, which is delightfully usable as well as being a safe investment for the future.

The History and Paperwork

UK V5C
MOT April 2025
Original book pack and documents
Japanese service book and associated documents through to 2021
UK registered and all import duties cleared
BMW Japan window sticker
97,700km from new – approx. 60,000 miles
Haynes workshop manual
Service book shows services at the following intervals in Kilometers - 8k, 14k, 19k, 28k, 31k, 34k, 42k, 66k, 71k, 74k and 75k

The Condition

Smart metallic Silver paintwork - called Lachssilber
15-inch Ronal LS alloys in superb condition
Recent, matching Falken tyres all-round
Appears sound underneath with no evidence of any structural corrosion
Lovely-looking car in unrestored condition
Minor scratches and marks commensurate with age
Pacific Blue velour upholstery in sound condition with some wear
Frayed fabric on rear seat top
Minor bolster and seat base wear but not substantial
Rare houndstooth BMW floor mats
Ultra-rare double cup holder
Electric windows
Non-sunroof model
Original toolkit, jack and spare wheel
Three small cracks in dashboard
Roof mounted warning / check lights
Tachometer requires new SI board batteries

The Mechanics

2.0-litre straight six
Four-speed auto transmission
Genuine mileage
Reported by the vendor to drive well with no known faults or declared issues

The recent work that has been carried - by BMW specialists with receipts included - is worth well over £3k and includes

Regular engine oil and filter changes
Transmission and differential oil changes
New spark plugs, ignition leads and distributor cap and rotor
Timing belt replaced including aux belt, water pump and coolant flush
Rear subframe and front control arm bushing replacement
Engine, transmission and differential mounts all replaced
Centre Support Bearing replaced
Fuel tank and hoses replaced inc. fuel pump, fuel filter and hoses
Rear shocks replaced with Bilstein B4
Rear brake pads
Full Lanoguard rust protection applied to wheel arches
New Bosch battery

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