Vehicle History & Overview

Per the seller, this E30 was sold new to its first New York-based owner in 1988 and remained there until the owner relocated to the SF Bay Area in 1998. The owner of Hans Art Automotive purchased the vehicle in 2008 and proceeded to replace the timing-belt and related components, as noted on the included accident-free Carfax report. The seller acquired the car in January of 2009 and undertook a cosmetic refurbishment, which included a respray in the factory Cinnabar Red in 2013. Service records since 2009 along with an owner’s manual, flashlight, tool kit, and steering wheel are included.

BMW launched its second-generation 3-series, the E30, in 1982 as a 4-door sedan and wagon, 2-door coupe, and the 2-door convertible seen here. A variety of engines and transmissions were offered, with the M20B25 2.5L inline-six-cylinder and 5-speed manual combination in this example being one of the most coveted. A competent rear-wheel-drive chassis paired with a performance-tuned suspension helped solidify the 3-series’ reputation as a driver’s car. Aftermarket support for these cars is substantial, and values have steadily increased over the last few years.

Equipment

• Front fog lights

• 14-inch "Bottle-cap" style wheels

• Leather seating surfaces

• Heated front seats

• Trip computer and onboard diagnostic system

• Power windows/mirrors/door locks

• M20B25 2.5L inline-six-cylinder engine

• 5-speed manual transmission

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Modifications

• Aftermarket "angel-eye" headlights

• Front grille painted black

• Door handles paint-matched to the exterior color

• White/carbon-fiber BMW roundel emblems on hood, trunk, and wheels

• 3rd brake light deleted

• "325i" badge removed

• Nardi wood-rimmed steering wheel and wood shift-knob

• Alpine audio unit

• Carpeted dash cover

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Servicing & Documentation

Service records and parts invoices since 2009 are included, and some history prior to 2009 is shown on the included accident-free Carfax report.

Imperfections

The seller notes the following imperfections:

• One stone chip in the front edge of the hood

• Stone chips on the rear quarter panel

• Small tear on the convertible cover seal

• Headlights have intermittent contact issue

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Included Items

• Service records since 2009

• Owner's manuals

• Tool kit

• BMW-branded flashlight

• Two main keys and one valet key

• Factory steering wheel

• Factory "325i" badge for trunk-lid

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Additional Information

The included Carfax report shows a "not actual mileage" note in 1998, 2000, and 2008. However, odometer readings are consistent throughout the years, and the seller believes this to be a clerical error.

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