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£11,457

1985 BMW (E30) 323i - M20 Turbo

Australia • 22 Oct 2024

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This is a highly modified 1985 BMW 323i (E30) with a 2.7-liter turbocharged engine, numerous performance upgrades, and a Nardo Grey respray. It presents cosmetic flaws and some mechanical issues that need attention, offered from long-term family ownership.

Condition

5

The vehicle has undergone significant modifications and shows cosmetic imperfections such as paint flaws, a crease in the bonnet, and a loose center console. Functionally, several components are non-operational, including the odometer, air conditioning, and windscreen washers. While maintenance has been performed, the existing issues and modifications suggest a condition that requires attention.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

[Chassis No]

Odometer:

164,339 miles

Reg Number:

3MTECH

RHD/LHD:

RHD

KEY FACTS This E30-generation BMW 323i is a distinctive and highly modified example of the sought-after modern classic saloon, offered from long-term family ownership and enhanced with a raft of discerning performance and cosmetic upgrades.

Under the bonnet sits an upgraded turbocharged 2.7-litre ‘M20’ stroker straight-six, driving the rear wheels via a five-speed manual transmission with a short shifter and a limited-slip differential.

This example has been in the seller’s family for over 20 years, and has had three owners from new.

The odometer indicates 264,478 Kms, though the seller notes that the odometer is not working.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES The original 2.3-litre ‘M20’ straight-six engine has been replaced by a rebuilt 2.7-litre block out of an E30-era 325e and fitted with a revised E30-era 323i head.

The build consisted of a stroker kit, a ported and flowed 2.7-litre head, as well as high compression pistons, a 288 cam, LS coils, a 51mm turbine, internally gated turbochar...