BMW 320i Cabriolet E30 (1988)
BMW 320i Convertible E30 (1988), manual transmission, extensively rebuilt, leather interior renewed, engine completely overhauled
Overview
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by Louis KalendruschatThe 320i Convertible offered here is a sought-after manual transmission model with a six-cylinder engine. These models fetch the highest prices on the market. The extensive restoration carried out a few years ago is documented with photos, which is very important for maintaining the car's value. A service including a timing belt replacement was recently carried out, so the new owner can enjoy this open-top BMW right away.
A 1988 BMW 320i Convertible (E30) is for sale in black metallic with red leather interior.
Highlights:
- Sought-after six-cylinder engine with manual transmission
- Current owner has owned the car for 13 years; extremely well-maintained collector's item
- The current owner has extensively restored the BMW, including:
- Completely overhauled engine (engine block honed, pistons and valves replaced, and valves machined - video available) approx. 10 years ago
- New leather interior with M-style sports seats, high-quality original M nappa leather
- Complete repainting approx. 12 years ago
- Hot wax cavity sealing ("Mike Sander") of the empty body
- Renewal of all wheel bearings, dampers, steering/track rods, and rubber bearings/bushings on the axles
- Brake system completely overhauled
- Clutch renewed
- Windshield replaced
- Prior to restoration, the car was used as a project vehicle for many years and was not driven, which is why the low mileage of 64,364 kilometers seems plausible
- In March 2026, the timing belt was replaced, the valves were adjusted, and a service was performed
- New tires (DOT 0825)
- TÜV until February 2028 and H license plate
General information about the vehicle
- Year of manufacture: 1988
- First registration: Germany, 06/1988
- Location: 28844 Weyhe, Germany
- Number of vehicle owners: more than 5 (current owner for 13 years)
- Accident-free
- H license plate
- TÜV until 02/2028
- Ready to drive, but currently not registered
Model history
The BMW E30 was introduced in November 1982 as the successor to the first 3 Series (E21) and was further developed under design chief Claus Luthe. In contrast to its predecessor, the E30 was offered in significantly more variants, including two- and four-door sedans, convertibles, and later the Touring. With its diverse body styles and typical inline six-cylinder engines, the E30 became one of the most influential and successful generations of the BMW 3 Series.
Facts
Exterior & interior:
- Exterior color: Black Metallic
- Interior: red leather upholstery in very good, almost new condition (has already been renewed)
- Black soft top in good condition
- Repainting: The car was completely repainted about 12 years ago
Engine and transmission:
- 2.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine with 129 hp (95 kW)
- Manual transmission
- Engine completely overhauled approx. 10 years ago (engine block honed, pistons and valves replaced, valves machined)
Mileage:
- Mileage: 64,364 km (as read)
- Mileage verifiable: no
Documentation:
- German vehicle documents
- TÜV reports
- Video of engine overhaul available according to owner's information
Tires, body, and underbody:
- Tires: like new, DOT 0825
- Bodywork: very good condition with only minimal age-related signs of wear
- Underbody: very good condition, no rust known
- Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insight into the condition of the vehicle.
Known defects:
- No known defects
- Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insight into the vehicle's condition.
Summary
For sale is a 1988 BMW 320i Convertible (E30) in metallic black with red leather upholstery and M-style sports seats. The vehicle has an H license plate and is TÜV-approved until February 2028. It is ready to drive and has recently been serviced. The car underwent extensive restoration a few years ago. Particularly noteworthy is the completely overhauled engine, which includes new pistons and valves and a honed engine block. The vehicle is complemented by renewed leather upholstery. Overall, this classic BMW 3 Series presents itself as an interesting youngtimer for lovers of the E30 series.
Vehicle videos
Kickdown check
- Kickdown photographer was on site
- Video of the vehicle available
- Main inspection
- Current service performed
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