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91' 318is 90' 325is
Originally posted by SonnyBuy the E30s, they ain't gonna last long
E30 can make you, E30 can break you -
If the body is as straight & clean as it looks in the pics, it's worth the price and more.
1989 BMW 325is E30 - $2800
Unfortunately selling my 1989 BMW E30. This has been my car for the past 3 years or so. I bought the car from a mechanic who bought the car from another mechanic. I was told most of its life was spent in South Carolina and has only been in New England for 5 years or so. Since my ownership, I completed a full windows out, color change paint. The color is Riviera Blue from a BMW 2002. Additionally, I've also done some basic mechanical maintenance. This car has been incredibly reliable, starting every time I turned the key except this spring (dead battery).
Mechanically, it runs strong for 280k. I was planning to do an engine swap eventually due to the miles and have not touched the engine or engine bay (still original color). I can see ARP headstuds so I know the previous head gasket used the right parts, however, the head gasket is due soon to be replaced.
The car has H&R Sport springs and Bilstein shocks, however, one or more of the shocks could be replaced. I replaced the front control arms and bushings and breaks and pads all the way around when I painted the car (270k). Most of the after market parts on the car were on the car when I bought it including the UUC short shifter, Remus catback, short ram intake, aftermarket clutch, projector head lights, electronic door locks, Alpine head unit, as well as a few euro interior parts. When the car was painted, I also replaced the front fenders, however, since they are not OEM, the fit is not perfect. I also had one of the hard break lines replaced.
In June, the oil was changed as well as the front, left wheel bearing. The car has not been driven more than 5 miles since.
The wheels are Fatlace FZero2s, 15x8.5 et25 with 205 55 15 Kuhmo Ecsta tires. I bought these brand new and they are in excellent condition, however, the back tires have some rubbing from the fenders. I had the fenders rolled all the way around but the rear fenders are especially stiff, so it still rubs slightly on hard corners.
There are a few issues. My enjoyment with the car was driving and so I didn't bother with little issues when they weren't pressing.
The odometer stopped working the end of last year (easy fix)
The sunroof does not open (this will not be easy to fix, cable issue)
The dash is cracked, I have a spare dash with very minimal cracks.
The paint is not perfect, will require some paint correction or drive as is.
One or more shocks should probably be replaced.
Electronic door locks go in and out, key works fine.
Gas gauge will go in and out, tapping on the gauge seems to bring it back (easy fix).
Sport seats have tape on them, still extremely comfortable.
The hvac has a tick above setting 1, something is loose, this can be accessed through the engine bay.
The engine has some oil on it around the block, however, there has never been a drip or puddle under the car.
As with any older car, maintenance is required. I would not suggest someone buy this as their daily driver, at least until some time is put into it. The car is currently not registered and the inspection sticker ran out in the spring. I did have the car inspected every year just for safety reasons. Since I will not be replacing the car, the money I spend to get it registered would be lost, therefore, I would prefer not register/inspect it. I do still have insurance on the car as my friend was going to drive it to his mechanic but he is no longer interested.R135 /// 1990 Alpinweiß II 325is
└┼┼┘ /// 1993 Black/Black Convertible (sold)
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Yea that’s a members car, but that one hasn’t been on BaT. It was another members H35 vert from Canada that didn’t sell.
It’s a great car, if I had money I’d strongly consider it. I like to daily drive my E30s though, so it’s not the right choice for meSimon
Current Cars:
-1966 Lotus Elan
-1986 German Car
-2006 Volkswagen Jetta TDI
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So descriptive!
1989 bmw $1200 - $1200 (newark)
no title 1200 obo runs and is in good conditionR135 /// 1990 Alpinweiß II 325is
└┼┼┘ /// 1993 Black/Black Convertible (sold)
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yeah, whatever they "hided" in there is yours! exciting!sigpic
1987 - 325i Convertible Delphin Auto [SOLD], 325i Convertible Delphin Manual [SOLD]
1989 - 325i Convertible Bronzit m30b35 swapped [SCRAPPED], 325i Sedan Alpine Auto[DD]
1991 - 325i Coupe Laguna Manual [Project], 535i Sedan Alpine [SCRAPPED]Comment
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Looks like a seller that doesn’t know the car that well so, yeah, I hope somebody gets it.
My son has the 1987 325e, 2 door, 5speed
I daily the 1989 325i, 4 door, 5speedComment
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I thought the 370mm's didn't have the little 'notches' beside to the two side horn buttons?Comment
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