1986 BMW (E30) 320i

KEY FACTS

• A clean example of a stylish and practical modern classic in a desirable specification.
• It is equipped with a 2.0-litre straight-six engine, driving the rear wheels through a four-speed automatic transmission.
• A South African built car, first registered in 1986, this period-defining compact sports sedan is in good, original condition, with some desirable factory options.

EQUIPMENT AND OPTIONS

• Standard features include electric windows front and rear, air conditioning, and remote central locking.
• A power sunroof and cruise control were also specified from new.
• The E30 has a 385mm M-tech steering wheel fitted.
• The vehicle is supplied with a good service history, tool kit and original keys.

CONDITION

• There is some minor damage to the right rear wheel guard.
• The factory original Alpine White paintwork is in good condition, with just some thinning of the clear coat in areas. All the trim and badging is present and correct.
• The original wheels have been retained and remain presentable.
• Inside, the Blue upholstery is in good condition with some wear on the driver’s seat bolstering, commensurate with the age of the vehicle. The door cards, dash and roof lining are all sound.
• The vendor notes that the air-conditioning will need re-gassing.
• The radio is not currently connected, the rear power windows are not currently operating, and the central locking will need attention; but there are no other known electrical foibles.

SERVICE HISTORY

• The most recent service was performed by the vendor, with an oil and filter change.
• The cambelt was replaced with the odometer reading 104,676km, by BMW specialist Autologic.
• The vehicle is supplied with a large number of receipts for service and maintenance work performed.

SUMMARY

This BMW 320i is a highly original modern classic and features a desirable specification. It combines the timeless E30 appeal, with a smooth straight-six, four-door practicality, and extra features for the driver’s comfort. In solid mechanical condition, there are just minor issues that that the next owner could choose to rectify in due course, giving them a stylish daily driver or weekend companion.

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This vehicle’s VIN has been checked against the Australian Personal Property Securities Register, and there is no security interest or other registration kind logged against the serial number. This vehicle has been checked through the Austroads NEVDIS system, and there are no markers under the written-off or stolen databases.