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Highlights
- Desirable E30 2.5L manual gearbox
- In very good factory standard condition
- Classic Alpinweiss with checkered fabric interior
- Two reported keepers from new
- Large history file of regular maintenance
- Only used in the summer and not in the winter
- Sold with recently renewed German TUV
- Serviced in July prior to sale
The Appeal
The E30 set the template for all 3-Series cars: compact, well-built and genuine ‘ultimate driving machines.’ Of the huge array of engines, the M20 2.5L 170bhp straight six is a wise choice for modern enthusiasts, delivering decent performance and real-world economy.
Most of these cars have been modified in some way, but not this one which thankfully remains as BMW’s engineers intended. Finished in classic Alpinweiss with checkered cloth interior, it is in very good condition and has the benefit of the manual gearbox to entice buyers further. The vendor tells us that he is only the second keeper and just uses it in summer for trips to the beach.
The vendor tells us that the car has a thick history file and a recently renewed TUV. It was serviced in July prior to sale so is ready to use and enjoy.
History and Paperwork
- First registered 1986
- One previous keeper notified
- Current keeper never uses car in winter
- Only used for summer trips to the beach
- Large history file advised by seller
- German registration
- Recently renewed TUV
- Factory handbooks as shown
- Serviced in July 2025
The Condition
- Factory standard car in Alpinweiss which remains in very good order
- Bodywork is straight and well-kept with no reported accident damage
- Underside shown in photos with evidence of preventative undersealing
- Sits on steel wheels with BMW hub caps as shown
- Black fabric roof in good working order with clear rear screen
- Checkered fabric interior in very good order with sports front seats
- VDO CD player fitted
The Mechanics
- 2.5L M20 straight six engine
- 170bhp factory output
- 5spd manual gearbox
- Large history file advised by seller
- Recent service in July 2025 prior to sale
- Recently renewed TUV
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