£4,920
1997 BMW 318i (E36) Convertible - A great example from a private collection
United Kingdom • 14 Feb 2026 • Lot 227
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1997 BMW 318i E36 Convertible is a well-maintained example with a manual transmission, boasting a bulletproof 1800 engine and a manual hood, avoiding common E36 power hood issues. Upgraded with BMW MV alloys and slightly lowered suspension, its unmolested condition and good MOT history make it a desirable find for enthusiasts, offered at no reserve.
Condition
8
The car is described as being in lovely condition, having been part of a high-end car collection. The hood is in lovely condition, and the whole car is much better than average. There are no explicit mentions of significant cosmetic or mechanical issues.
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Manual
Transmission:
WBABH32050EB13235
Chassis No:
Odometer:
47,000 miles
D4 GYM
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Here we have a lovely example of the very popular BMW E36 convertible, fitted with the bullet proof 1800 engine and mated to the manual gearbox.
This BMW is finished in Boston green with grey cloth and a black hood.
The hood is manual, which is a good thing, as power hoods on E36 BMWs could be tricky - no such problems with this example.
It is in lovely condition, having been in a very high end car collection.
You may wonder why this has been sat with some very expensive cars in a collection, but when you see it you will understand.
It represents something to the vendor, but unfortunately the collection is being toned down due to relocation.
The specification is fantastic in its simplicity, no gadgets or electronics, just pure Germanic BMW features.
It does benefit from a set of 18” MV alloys, has slightly lowered suspension and is colour coded giving it a great look.
On these wheels, with the colour and the black hood, it is something of a looker.
The hood is in lovely condit...
Points of note
£877
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£7,320
Median Price (Since 2020)
£30,327
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Mar 10 2027
Latest MOT Mileage
47,340 miles
Registration Date
1997-10-23
MOT History
Passed
On Mar 11 2026 with 47,340 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- underside undersealed
Failed
On Feb 19 2026 with 47,335 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Major:
- Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle touching inner arches on full lock (5.2.3 (f))
Minor:
- Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory:
- suspension lowered
- underside undersealed
- Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Passed
On Jun 24 2020 with 47,173 miles
Passed
On Jun 28 2019 with 46,975 miles
Failed
On Jun 28 2019 with 46,975 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Major:
- Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Passed
On Oct 31 2017 with 46,640 miles
Passed
On Jul 22 2016 with 46,420 miles
Passed
On Apr 20 2006 with 45,896 miles
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