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£8,000 - £10,000

1987 BMW 325i Saloon (E30)

United Kingdom • 21 Mar 2026 • Lot 229

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Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This BMW 3 Series E30 is a well-regarded classic saloon, powered by a straight-six engine and a manual gearbox. It benefits from recent mechanical work, but requires paint correction, making it a solid driver-quality example.

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Condition 

6

Requires minor reconditioning and paint.

/ 10

Manual

Transmission:

WBAAE320000902505

Chassis No:

Odometer:

[Odometer Reading]

E888 WEP

Reg Number:

RHD/LHD:

RHD

The BMW 3 Series E30, introduced in 1982, remains one of the most celebrated compact saloons of its era.

Renowned for its precise handling, balanced chassis and robust engineering, it quickly established itself as both a desirable road car and a formidable motorsport contender 
Powered by BMW's legendary M20 straight-six offering 171bhp and mated to a five-speed manual gearbox
Finished in Diamond Black with a classic grey cloth interior, this example has remained in the family since 2019
Mechanical work carried out within the last three months includes a full service, internal blower changed, and a new radiator.

The timing belt and water pump have been replaced within the last two years
We understand that the car will benefit from a single stage paint correction before the sale
Supplied with all its original stamped service book /book packs and service history throughout the years
We encourage your inspection at our NEC March Sale.

Points of note

£2,153

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£12,432

Median Price (Since 2020)

£65,775

Highest Price (Since 2020)

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Previous Sales

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MOT Information

Valid

Expires on Jun 07 2026

Latest MOT Mileage

106,148 miles

Registration Date

1987-08-01

MOT History

Passed

On May 13 2025 with 106,148 miles

There were 2 defects noted.

Advisory:
- Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
- Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Passed

On May 21 2024 with 106,099 miles

There was 1 defect noted.

Advisory:
- uderside covered in underseal

Passed

On May 10 2023 with 105,801 miles


Failed

On May 10 2023 with 105,801 miles

There was 1 defect noted.

Major:
- Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Passed

On Jun 08 2022 with 105,677 miles


Passed

On Jul 20 2021 with 105,520 miles

There were 2 defects noted.

Advisory:
- Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Failed

On Jul 20 2021 with 105,520 miles

There were 3 defects noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.

Advisory:
- Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))


Pass after Rectification at Station:
- (Dangerous) Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Passed

On Aug 08 2020 with 105,094 miles


Passed

On Jul 01 2019 with 105,091 miles


Failed

On Jul 01 2019 with 105,091 miles

There was 1 defect noted.

Major:
- Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Passed

On Jun 24 2014 with 104,821 miles


Passed

On May 11 2013 with 104,809 miles


Failed

On May 10 2013 with 104,809 miles

There was 1 defect noted.

Fail:
- Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Passed

On Feb 22 2012 with 104,795 miles


Failed

On Feb 17 2012 with 104,795 miles

There was 1 defect noted.

Fail:
- Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Passed

On Mar 18 2010 with 104,731 miles


Failed

On Mar 16 2010 with 104,731 miles

There were 3 defects noted.

Fail:
- Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)


Advisory:
- Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Passed

On Jul 25 2007 with 104,720 miles

There was 1 defect noted.

Advisory:
- Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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