BMW E30 318is (1990)

Kickdown Check

• On-site kickdown assessment completed
• 255 photos
• Video including engine run and test drive
• Paint thickness measurement
• The BMW was professionally restored; among other things, the engine was overhauled, the transmission was rebuilt, and the axles were fitted with new bearings. Invoices totaling approximately €15,000 are extensively documented
• Last service performed in July 2026

Facts & Specifications

• Year of manufacture: 1990
• First registration: Germany
• Engine: 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine with 136 PS (100 kW)
• Transmission: Manual
• Exterior color: Brilliant Red (307)
• Interior: dark gray fabric upholstery
• TÜV valid until 07/2028, H license plate
• Features:
• Checkered sports seats
• M steering wheel
• Onboard computer
• Electric sunroof
• Power antenna
• Retrofitted oil temperature gauge in original style
• Complete set of original onboard tools
• Coilover suspension
• Original BBS RS001 and RS070
• Original suspension available
• Original rims present

Condition

Exterior

• Exterior color is Brilliant Red
• The vehicle has been partially repainted. Paint thickness measurements showed values ranging from 104 µm to 331 µm
• The body is in very well-maintained condition with minor age-related signs of wear
• There are no known defects on the body
• The car is equipped with original BBS RS001 and RS070 wheels. The original rims are also included
• The underbody has been completely cleaned and resealed. Prior to restoration, the BMW was stored in a dry environment for 14 years (photos available). The jack mounting points are in their original, unwelded condition
• All axle components were sandblasted and then painted.
• The tires have a tread depth between 6.5 mm and 6.8 mm.

Interior

• The car has a dark gray fabric interior with checkered seat surfaces
• The interior is in very good condition with only minimal patina
• There are no known defects in the interior

Mechanics

• The vehicle is ready to drive immediately and is registered.
• The mechanical components have been extensively overhauled
• The engine was completely overhauled at a cost of over 7,000 €
• The manual transmission has also been overhauled
• All axle bearings have been replaced with new PU bushings. A coilover suspension is installed. The original suspension is still present
• There are no known technical defects
• Converted from a viscous fan to an electric fan (no temperature issues, even in the height of summer)
• Operated exclusively with Motul 300V 15W50
• Last maintenance: July 2026

History

Ownership history

• Number of owners: 4

Service History

• Last service in July 2026
• The following work was performed, among other things (invoices totaling over €15,000):
• Engine completely overhauled
• Mechanical components, including the transmission, overhauled
• All axle bearings replaced with new PU bushings
• Underbody completely cleaned and resealed
• Axle components sandblasted and then painted

Documents

• Vehicle Registration Certificate (Image 198) and Vehicle Title (Images 215–219)
• Service log (Images 200–209)
• TÜV report (Images 211–214, 222); TÜV reports dating back to 1999 are available
• Invoices (Image 223–234)

Summary

For sale is a 1990 BMW E30 318is in 307 Brilliant Red with a dark gray interior. The vehicle has been extensively restored and is in excellent condition. Of particular note is the comprehensive technical overhaul: The engine was completely rebuilt at a cost of over €7,000, and the rest of the mechanical components, including the manual transmission, were overhauled. All axle bearings were replaced with new PU bushings, all axle components were sandblasted and painted, and the underbody was thoroughly cleaned and resealed. The car is equipped with a coilover suspension and original BBS RS001 and RS070 wheels, while the original suspension and original rims are also included. The body has been partially repainted and is in very well-maintained condition. The interior is also described as very good, clean, and well-maintained. The last service was performed in July 2026. It has an “H” license plate. All major work can be verified with invoices and photos. This comprehensively restored BMW E30 318is thus offers an attractive opportunity for enthusiasts who value documented investments, an overall well-maintained condition, and the preservation of original components.