£13,780 (Est: £10,000 - £15,000)
1986 BMW 320i E30 Saloon - Just 7,000 Miles
Iconic Auctioneers • UK • 30 Oct 2025
Market Position:
Highest 30% of Past Sales
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£13,780 (Est: £10,000 - £15,000)
1986 BMW 320i E30 Saloon - Just 7,000 Miles
UK • 30 Oct 2025
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1986 BMW 320i E30 saloon is a remarkable find, boasting only 7,150 miles and one owner from new. It features a rare combination of factory options and has been recently recommissioned, making it a collector-worthy opportunity with exceptional provenance.
Condition
8
The car is described as being in exceptional condition, with an unmarked interior and a solid, rust-free body. The only noted blemish is next to the offside side repeater light. While some parts have been replaced due to age, originality was preserved where possible, indicating careful maintenance and a high level of preservation. The low mileage and known history further support an 'Excellent' condition rating.
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7,150 miles
WBAAD320400835393
RHD
United Kingdom
Manual
C946 CRU
1986
Auction
£13,780 (Est: £10,000 - £15,000)
1986 BMW 320i E30 Saloon - Just 7,000 Miles
Iconic Auctioneers • UK • 30 Oct 2025
Market Position:
Highest 30% of Past Sales
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Description
Background: Launched in 1982, BMW’s second-generation 3 Series – the E30 – brought enhanced refinement, performance and sophistication to the compact executive class.
Available with a wide range of engine options and body styles, the E30 quickly became a benchmark for dynamic excellence, with the 320i six-cylinder saloon offering a well-judged balance of power and poise.
With rear-wheel drive, near-perfect weight distribution and typically robust German engineering, it remains one of the most desirable classic saloons of its era.
The Car:
First registered on 1 March 1986, this Diamond Black BMW 320i was supplied new by Barons of Farnborough and has remained with its original owner ever since.
A lifelong enthusiast, the seller kept the car garaged from new and never left it outside overnight.
Retired from regular use in 1997 following the purchase of a new Land Rover Freelander, the car has covered just 7,150 miles from new, with only limited use in 2006, 2007 and 2008.
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Price Analysis vs Other 3 Series (E30) 320is
£1,600
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£10,023
Median Price (Since 2020)
£45,253
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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Previous 3 Series (E30) 320i Sales
MOT Information
Valid
Expires on 22nd Feb 2027
Latest MOT mileage:
7,298 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 23rd Feb 2026, 7,298 miles
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