BMW E30 320is (1988)

Kickdown Check

• On-site kickdown assessment completed
• 172 photos
• Video including engine run and test drive
• Paint thickness measurements available; readings between 250 and 955 µm on the documented body panels
• Classic-Analytics Professional Check dated April 27, 2021, with a condition rating of 2
• Last service: July 2026
• Odometer reading: 155,443 km; the inspection report dated April 27, 2021, shows an odometer reading of 151,892 km.

Facts & Specifications

• Year of manufacture: 1988
• First registration: Italy
• Engine: 2.0-liter inline-four engine with 192 PS (141 kW)
• Transmission: 5-speed manual
• Exterior color: Black
• Interior: Gray fabric upholstery
• TÜV valid until: Information to follow
• Features:
• 2-door sedan
• 4 seats
• Rear-wheel drive

Condition

Exterior

• The car is painted black.
• Paint thickness measurements show increased paint thickness on several body panels. Measurements recorded 955 µm on the hood, 616 µm on the front left, 250 µm on the front right, 421 µm on the front left door, 470 µm on the front right door, 361 µm on the roof, 500 µm on the rear left, 421 µm on the rear right, and 345 µm on the rear.
• Overall, the body is in good condition.
• The tread depth of the tires is 7 mm on the front left, front right, rear left, and rear right, respectively.

Interior

• The BMW has a gray fabric interior
• Based on the available photos, the interior appears well-maintained and largely in its original condition.
• The side panels, door seals, and door sills are generally well-maintained, with normal signs of wear.

Mechanics

• The BMW is ready to drive immediately.
• There are no known technical issues.
• Video includes a cold start and the 2.0-liter S14 engine running, as well as brief footage of the car driving on a country road.
• In July 2026, work was documented on the cooling system, the water pump, and the instrument cluster, among other components.
• Last maintenance in July 2026. Documented work includes repairs to the water pump and cooling system, the replacement of various temperature sensors and switches, an engine oil and oil filter service using Castrol Edge 10W-60, and work on the instrument cluster.

History

Ownership History

• Number of owners: 2 according to the available registration certificate

Service History

• 2026: Work on the cooling system, including the water pump and various temperature sensors and switches; engine oil and oil filter service using Castrol Edge 10W-60; and work on the instrument cluster
• 2016: Paint sealant application documented

Documents

• Vehicle registration certificate (Image 154)
• TÜV reports (Images 156–159)
• Invoices and handwritten records of work performed are available. (Images 160–172)
• Classic-Analytics Professional Check dated April 27, 2021, with a condition rating of 2 and a replacement value of 43,200 EUR (Images 147–153)
• Paint thickness measurement with documented readings and tire tread depths

Summary

A 1988 BMW E30 320is in black paint is for sale. The car is equipped with a 1,990 cm³ inline-4 engine producing 192 PS and a 5-speed manual transmission. The appraisal assigns the vehicle a condition rating of 2 and lists a replacement value of 43,200 EUR. A paint thickness measurement is also documented and shows increased paint thickness in several areas of the body. In July 2026, extensive maintenance work was performed on the cooling system, the water pump, and the instrument cluster, among other components, and the engine oil and oil filter were replaced. The available documentation also includes the registration certificate, invoices, and other handwritten records. TÜV and H-license plate: Information to follow. With its combination of 192 PS, 5-speed manual transmission, rear-wheel drive, and the available documentation, this BMW 320is offers an attractive foundation for enthusiasts who value a transparently documented vehicle condition.