BMW E21 323i (1982)

Highlights and general information

For sale is a BMW E21 323i from 1982 in the color Graphite Metallic with a beige fabric interior.

Highlights:

• Owned by the seller (a master car mechanic) since 1989
• Conversion to a convertible in 1998
• The BMW has been serviced every 2 years and the timing belt was replaced 4 years ago
• Cavity sealed and preserved
• Valuation report from 06/2024 with a grade of 3+
• Extensive equipment, including: Power steering, central locking, electric windows and radio
• New TÜV and H-certificate will be issued before sale
• Including many spare parts, including doors, hood, tailgate
  
  

General information about the vehicle

• Year of construction: 1982
• First registration: Germany, 05/1982
• Location: 35452 Heuchelheim an der Lahn, Germany
• Number of vehicle owners: 5
• Partially restored
• Accident-free in current ownership
• TÜV will be renewed upon sale
• Immediately ready to drive, but currently not registered
  
  

Model history

The BMW E21, the first generation of the 3 Series, was produced from 1975 to 1983 as a sporty two-door saloon. Initially equipped with four-cylinder engines, six-cylinder engines were added from 1977. A total of over 1.3 million units were produced, including rare Baur top convertibles. The E30 followed in 1982 with extended body variants.

The facts

Exterior & interior:

• Exterior color: Graphite Metallic
• Interior: beige fabric upholstery
• Repainted: Yes, completely repainted after conversion
  
  

Engine and transmission:

• 2.3-liter inline six-cylinder with 143 hp (105 kW)
• Manual gearbox
• Replacement engine: Yes
  
  

Mileage:

• Mileage: 205,914 km (read off)
• Mileage traceable: partially
• No checkbook available
  
  

Documentation:

• German vehicle documents
• Valuation report (2024, grade 3+)
• DEKRA certificate (07/1993)
  
  

Tires, brakes, body & underbody:

• Tires: 50-70%
• Brakes: 50-70%
• Body: good condition with age-related signs of wear
• Underbody: good condition - rust-free, cavity-sealed and preserved, but scratches on catalytic converter and frame
• Please see the photo gallery and videos for further insight into the condition of the vehicle.

Known defects:

• Hood with rust bubble (since 1990)
• Paint chips on the passenger door
• Passenger seat with crack on seat cheek
• Minor signs of wear due to age
• Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos to gain further insight into the condition of the vehicle.

Summary of the car

For sale is a BMW 323i from 1982, which has been in the possession of a master car mechanic since 1989 and was converted into a convertible in 1998. The vehicle has been partially restored and has been extensively preserved. Furthermore, the BMW has been serviced every 2 years. The valuation report from 2024 certifies a score of 3+, and the MOT will be renewed upon sale. Minor optical defects such as scratches and a rust bubble are present, but hardly affect the authentic overall appearance.