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BMW E30 325i Convertible
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BMW E30 325i Convertible | £9,995
Mileage: 50,076Model History
Replacing the E21 chassis in 1982 the E30 chassis spanned 12 years of production and overlapped its successor the E36 introduced in 1990 by 4 years.
Early models featured the 4 pot M10 and inline 6 M20 engines used in the E21. The major update for the E30 took place in 1987 where the M20 engine was fitted with Bosch Motronic injection and the M10 engine replaced with the M40 engine again utilising motronic. The chrome bumpers were also replaced with black ones in late 89 and the rear light made slightly bigger during this minor face lift.
The E30 was credited with a spacious cabin and a light curb weight, this was due to the suspension design that utilize Macpherson front struts and rear semi trailing arms. It was also the first 3 series to receive a service light indicator and warning light.
The 325i convertible was the first drop top solely built by BMW closely followed by the 320i convertible. The early E30 convertibles were converted by Baur, a coach builder located in Stuttgart credited with early full factory authorization BMW convertibles (1602, 2002 and E21s). To strengthen the chassis and reduce scuttle shake BMW added plates to the front suspension turrets and built in chassis beams down the length of the car helping to reduce flex or twist in the chassis after removing the metal roof.
A firm favourite with BMW enthusiasts the E30s shape is a timeless classic sure to be admired for another 20 years.
Equipment
Alloy wheels, Leather interior, Electric mirrors, Electric windows, Pioneer Tape player, PAS.
Exterior
The Diamond Schwartz metallic paint makes for a striking combination with the cream leather and sparkling chrome work. The paint on this example is in excellent order with a deep shine and very few stone chips to the front, there are no signs of corrosion and looking down the side of the car it is arrow straight. All of the lights and glass are clear of any scratches or chips and the chrome is in excellent shape with no signs of pitting, the only mark is a small dent on the chrome trim round the top of the driver's door.
Interior
The interior is in good shape and remains soft to the touch, there is very little wear to the bolster edges and no sagging. The dash and door cards are all perfect with no cracks or scratches and all the electrics work as they should. The carpets are clean and fresh and the car still has its original BMW over-mats. The boot area looks unused and has a perfect spare wheel and all the tools. The soft top works as it should and remains clean, tidy and hole free.
Engine & Transmission
The mechanical condition of this example is first rate, it has only been in the hands of 2 owners and both have done an excellent job of keeping on top of the maintenance. The engine bay is very clean and still coated in its original engine wax which has done a first rate job of keeping the inner wings and chassis rails free from any corrosion. The last cambelt change was done in 2012.
Wheels, Tyres & Brakes
The alloys have been fully refurbished to a very high standard and have been treated to a new set of BMW badges. They are all shod in a matching set of Pirelli P6000 tyres. The brakes work exactly as they should and the fluid has also just been flushed and replaced as part of its annual check.
History File
This E30 325i was first registered in March 1988 and has only had 2 keepers from new. The first owner kept the car till 1998 and always serviced the car at BMW, all of the 14 services are stamped in the original service book. The current owner continued the BMW servicing till 2002 and he then moved the car to a well known specialist who have continued the maintenance regime, again this is stamped in the book.
The service file contains a large amount of the parts and labour invoices backing up the mileage and service stamps. This includes 20 of the old MOT certificates, the original owners pack with all the manuals and a spare set of keys.