This red 318iS is fairly well sorted and drives well. Many repairs, regular maintenance new parts and new tires have been done during my ownership over last 5+ years. The car is solid and very fun to drive.
DETAILS
Price: $13,500
Mileage: 142,xxx
Engine: M42 16V DOHC 1.8-Liter with 134 hp
Transmission: 5-Speed Manual
Exterior color: Red – Brillantrot (308)
Interior: Anthracite Cloth (0269)
Manual sunroof (S400)
Power windows (S410)
Sport seats (S481)
Fog lights (S520)
Air conditioning (S530) – works
Differential lock 25% (S209)
Factor airbag steering wheel (S242)
VIN: WBAAF9312MEE74276
Highlights:
Excellent Interior
Crack-free dash
Original paint in fair-to-good condition
OEM 14” basketweave wheels
195/65 R14 Vredestein Sportrac 5 tries – new in 2017
Upgraded to new OEM Z3 Gear Shift Lever
Upgraded to new OEM weighted ZHP Shift Knob
Lots of Maintenance
Clean WI Title
Clean CARFAX Report
Original Owner’s Manual and booklets
California Car Cover – custom fit Stormweave included
Known Issues:
Rear lower bumper – dented with some mild rust / paint damage
Some corrosion and rusted parts on underbody
No major rust on body – small spot on hood
Driver door key lock broken
Needs high beam bulbs – letting new owner decide (OEM, Hella, yellow, etc…)
Needs floor mats – letting new owner decide
BACKGROUND
I purchased the car locally in October of 2016. At the time it had around 139,000 miles on it, so I’ve added around 3,000 in my ownership over the past 5 years. The car has spent its entire life in IL/WI, so it has some underbody corrosion and the exterior has been exposed to upper Midwest elements. On the other hand, the car has not baked in the sun, so the paint is original and the interior is in excellent condition, including a crack-free dash.
I have stored the car every winter and don’t drive it much. I just purchased another car and am out of storage space, so decided to sell this one. I have owned multiple E30s over the years and I can tell you this is a good one. It’s a solid car and with a bit more maintenance and some paint/body work will be amazing.
The car is located in Milwaukee, WI.
MAINTENANCE/REPAIRS:
April 2017
Replaced vacuum hoses under intake manifold
Replaced valve cover gasket
Replaced differential assembly
Replaced water pump
Oil service (change and gear oil)
Mount & balance 4 new tires / alignment
August 2018
Replaced fuel filter
Replaced rear brake shoes/pads
Rebuilt right front brake caliper
May 2020
Oil service
Replaced idle control valve hoses
Replaced alternator drive belt – serpentine and v-belts
Replaced front control arm bushings
Replaced output flange seal
New battery
August 2021
Oil service
Rebuilt shifter assembly (upgrade to OEM Z3 Gear Shift Lever and OEM weighted ZHP Shift Knob)
Remove and replace oxygen sensor
Brake fluid service
Other items I have replaced or fixed during ownership
Repaired power antenna (original radio and antenna work)
New 20” Bosch wiper blades
New OEM roundel for hood
Completed OEM took kit
New license OEM plate lights
New OEM gas cap
Added black E30 plate filler front – aftermarket
Headlight conversion – Hella
Replaced IS lower valance front lip spoiler – aftermarket
New battery – August 2020
All mechanical repairs done using BMW OEM parts by a very reputable, local shop that knows E30s well. Invoices and receipts for all parts and work completed during my ownership are available. I also have a bunch of spare parts, belts, bulbs, etc… that will be included with the car.
I can help coordinate shipping at buyer’s expense.
https://photos.app.goo.gl/aYnWcoSY8eWMcAo47
DETAILS
Price: $13,500
Mileage: 142,xxx
Engine: M42 16V DOHC 1.8-Liter with 134 hp
Transmission: 5-Speed Manual
Exterior color: Red – Brillantrot (308)
Interior: Anthracite Cloth (0269)
Manual sunroof (S400)
Power windows (S410)
Sport seats (S481)
Fog lights (S520)
Air conditioning (S530) – works
Differential lock 25% (S209)
Factor airbag steering wheel (S242)
VIN: WBAAF9312MEE74276
Highlights:
Excellent Interior
Crack-free dash
Original paint in fair-to-good condition
OEM 14” basketweave wheels
195/65 R14 Vredestein Sportrac 5 tries – new in 2017
Upgraded to new OEM Z3 Gear Shift Lever
Upgraded to new OEM weighted ZHP Shift Knob
Lots of Maintenance
Clean WI Title
Clean CARFAX Report
Original Owner’s Manual and booklets
California Car Cover – custom fit Stormweave included
Known Issues:
Rear lower bumper – dented with some mild rust / paint damage
Some corrosion and rusted parts on underbody
No major rust on body – small spot on hood
Driver door key lock broken
Needs high beam bulbs – letting new owner decide (OEM, Hella, yellow, etc…)
Needs floor mats – letting new owner decide
BACKGROUND
I purchased the car locally in October of 2016. At the time it had around 139,000 miles on it, so I’ve added around 3,000 in my ownership over the past 5 years. The car has spent its entire life in IL/WI, so it has some underbody corrosion and the exterior has been exposed to upper Midwest elements. On the other hand, the car has not baked in the sun, so the paint is original and the interior is in excellent condition, including a crack-free dash.
I have stored the car every winter and don’t drive it much. I just purchased another car and am out of storage space, so decided to sell this one. I have owned multiple E30s over the years and I can tell you this is a good one. It’s a solid car and with a bit more maintenance and some paint/body work will be amazing.
The car is located in Milwaukee, WI.
MAINTENANCE/REPAIRS:
April 2017
Replaced vacuum hoses under intake manifold
Replaced valve cover gasket
Replaced differential assembly
Replaced water pump
Oil service (change and gear oil)
Mount & balance 4 new tires / alignment
August 2018
Replaced fuel filter
Replaced rear brake shoes/pads
Rebuilt right front brake caliper
May 2020
Oil service
Replaced idle control valve hoses
Replaced alternator drive belt – serpentine and v-belts
Replaced front control arm bushings
Replaced output flange seal
New battery
August 2021
Oil service
Rebuilt shifter assembly (upgrade to OEM Z3 Gear Shift Lever and OEM weighted ZHP Shift Knob)
Remove and replace oxygen sensor
Brake fluid service
Other items I have replaced or fixed during ownership
Repaired power antenna (original radio and antenna work)
New 20” Bosch wiper blades
New OEM roundel for hood
Completed OEM took kit
New license OEM plate lights
New OEM gas cap
Added black E30 plate filler front – aftermarket
Headlight conversion – Hella
Replaced IS lower valance front lip spoiler – aftermarket
New battery – August 2020
All mechanical repairs done using BMW OEM parts by a very reputable, local shop that knows E30s well. Invoices and receipts for all parts and work completed during my ownership are available. I also have a bunch of spare parts, belts, bulbs, etc… that will be included with the car.
I can help coordinate shipping at buyer’s expense.
https://photos.app.goo.gl/aYnWcoSY8eWMcAo47
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