BMW 315 (1982)

• Kickdown Check

  • On-site kickdown assessment conducted
  • 232 photos
  • Video including test drive
  • Classic car appraisal dated 10/24/2022 by TÜV SÜD Böblingen with condition rating 3+ available

  Facts & Specifications

  • Year of manufacture: 1982
  • First registration: Netherlands
  • Engine: 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine (M10 B16) with 75 hp (55 kW)
  • Transmission: 4-speed manual transmission
  • Exterior color: Solid beige
  • Interior: Brown fabric
  • Inspection: 09/2026, H-license plate
  • Equipment:
  • Radio
  • 4-spoke steering wheel
  • Front headrests

  Condition

  Exterior

  • Exterior color is solid beige
  • The vehicle is in used but decent condition with minor flaws
  • There are 2–3 minor areas on the body with early signs of rust or peeling
  • According to the seller, there is no repainting
  • There are a few scratches on the body
  • The tires are Uniroyal summer tires, size 185/70 R13 86T, approximately 2–3 years old with good tread

  Interior

  • The car has a brown fabric interior
  • The seller describes the interior as very well-maintained and states that it is in its original condition
  • According to the seller, no parts have been replaced; the interior remains original
  • No specific defects in the interior are known

  Mechanics

  • The vehicle is registered and roadworthy
  • According to the seller, the engine and transmission run flawlessly
  • New battery, new exhaust, and completely new rear axle (replaced by a BMW dealer) are installed
  • The DEKRA general inspection on October 23, 2024 revealed significant defects in the engine management/exhaust aftertreatment system
  • Last service: Oil change and basic inspection performed by the current owner; no regular workshop service documented

  History

  Ownership history

  • 2021 to present: Current owner (Germany)
  • Before 2021: 1st owner (Netherlands)
  • First delivery: Netherlands
  • According to the seller, the vehicle is said to come from a museum in the Bonn area

  Service history

  • April 9, 2021 at approx. 149,157 km: Dutch APK inspection (RDW inspection report) – passed after repair (brake imbalance)
  • October 17, 2022 at approx. 149,532 km: TÜV § 21 StVZO – significant defects; emissions test failed (CO level too high)
  • October 18, 2022 at approx. 149,606 km: Emissions test (AU) – repair confirmed, AU passed
  • October 24, 2022 at approx. 149,532 km: Classic car appraisal (Grade 3+)
  • 10/23/2024 at 152,546 km: DEKRA general inspection with significant defects (engine management/exhaust emission control system)
  • During current owner’s ownership: new battery, new exhaust, rear axle completely replaced (by BMW dealer)

  Documents

  • German vehicle documents and registration certificate dated 10/27/2022
  • TÜV SÜD classic car appraisal dated October 24, 2022 (condition rating 3+)
  • DEKRA general inspection report dated October 23, 2024, with significant defects
  • Dutch RDW inspection report (APK) dated April 9, 2021
  • Emissions test (AU) dated October 18, 2022
  • TÜV SÜD data sheet (DD-22250, issued October 18, 2022, Heilbronn)

  Summary

  For sale is a 1982 BMW 315 in solid beige with brown fabric interior. The vehicle was originally registered in the Netherlands and has held a German H-license plate since October 2022 as a recognized classic car in accordance with § 23 StVZO. The mileage of 152,546 km is verifiably documented through TÜV and DEKRA records. The body is in used but decent condition with minor surface imperfections; the interior is described as very well-maintained and completely original. A classic car appraisal from October 2022 assigns a condition rating of 3+. Notable positives include the rear axle, which was completely rebuilt by a BMW dealer, as well as a new battery and exhaust system. Known defects include 2–3 minor instances of rust or flaking on the body, as well as significant defects in the engine management/exhaust emission control system, which were identified during the DEKRA general inspection in October 2024 and require a follow-up inspection. The vehicle must be repaired to restore its roadworthiness. Overall, this BMW 315 offers an interesting opportunity for enthusiasts of early compact BMWs who are looking for a well-documented, H-registered classic with a manageable list of tasks.