BMW 318iA Cabriolet E30 (1991)
1991 BMW 318iA Convertible (E30), owned for 29 years, with service records, H license plate, and extensive documentation
Overview
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Kickdown's Take
by Louis KalendruschatThe E30 Convertible is one of the most popular classic BMW models and is known for retaining its value well. The 318i Convertible offered here stands out for its classic color combination, its excellent condition, and the fact that it has been in the same ownership for many years. A very attractive E30 for sunny days.
Kickdown Check
- On-site kickdown assessment completed:
- 145 photos
- Video including engine run and test drive
- The mileage is 130,574 km, which is verifiable via a service record book. The E30 has been in its current owner’s possession for 29 years
Facts & Specifications
- Year of manufacture: 1991
- First registration: Germany
- Engine: 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine with 113 hp (83 kW)
- Transmission: Automatic
- Exterior color: Sterling Silver Metallic
- Interior: Black leather upholstery
- TÜV valid until 01/2027 & H-license plate
- Features:
- Power windows
- Radio
Condition
Exterior
- The exterior color is Sterling Silver Metallic
- The paint and body are in very good condition with only minor age-related signs of wear
- The black soft top is in good condition
- There are signs of wear on the front plastic bumper (Photos 70, 71) and on a window seal (Photo 102)
- There is no known rust on the underbody
- The Continental tires from 2021 have approximately 6–7 mm of tread depth
Interior
- Interior with black leather upholstery
- The interior is in very well-maintained condition with only minimal wear
- The right sun visor needs to be replaced; otherwise, there are no known defects in the interior
Mechanics
- The BMW is ready to drive immediately and is registered
- The engine idles smoothly and revs up cleanly
- The automatic transmission shifts flawlessly
- All equipment is fully functional
- There are no known technical defects
History
Ownership History
- 1997 to present: Current owner
- 1991 to 1997: First owner
Service history
- Service records available
- Last service performed in January 2025
Documents
- Vehicle registration certificate (Images 142, 143)
- Folder with additional documents (Image 145)
- Service logbook (Images 146 to 154)
Summary
For sale is a BMW 318iA Convertible (E30) in Sterling Silver Metallic with a black leather interior. This 1991 BMW E30 is in very well-maintained condition, having had only two owners and being originally delivered in Germany. The vehicle has an H-license plate, a verifiable mileage of 130,574 km, and a service booklet. It has been in its current ownership since 1997.
Vehicle videos
Kickdown check
- Kickdown photographer was on site
- Video of the vehicle available
- Main inspection
- Milage trackable
- Current service performed
Transport
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Questions and Comments
Technik: Nach 15 Jahren ohne Cabriolet in der BMW-Modellpalette wurde auf der IAA 1985 der offene BMW 325i vorgestellt. Später rundeten der 320i (ab 1987) und der 318i (mit dem Facelift zum Modell 91) das Cabrioletprogramm nach unten ab. Im September 1988 erschien das M3-Cabrio, welches zwischen Juni 1988 und Juni 1991 nur 786-mal gebaut wurde. In den USA wurde das 318i Cabrio mit dem Vierventil Motor M42 ausgeliefert (Bauzeit Juli 90 bis Dezember 1992). Um das Cabriolet verwindungssteif zu machen, wurden Karosserie, Schweller und der Scheibenrahmen verstärkt. Dadurch stieg das Gewicht des offenen Fahrzeugs um circa 125 kg gegenüber seinem geschlossenen Pendant. Das Stoffverdeck konnte später auf Wunsch auch elektrisch (beim M3 Serie) versenkt werden (anfangs elektrohydraulisch, später elektromotorisch) und verschwand unter einer flachen Verdeckklappe. Ebenfalls erhältlich war ein Hardtop mit Vinylbezug von BMW und ein in Wagenfarbe lackierbares Hardtop der Firma Wiesmann. LG Tom