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1997 BMW (E36) 328i SPORT
United Kingdom • 4 May 2027
Vehicle Details
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Condition
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Manual
Transmission:
WBABG12090ES94148
Chassis No:
Odometer:
56,800 miles
[Reg Number]
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
We are delighted to offer this beautifully preserved, rust-free early facelift 1997 BMW E36 328i Sport.
Widely regarded as one of BMW’s most complete driver’s cars, this example is finished in timeless Arctic Silver over Anthracite cloth and leather, presenting as a superbly original and highly collectible example.
A late, P-registered car with just 57,000 miles from new, it perfectly captures the analogue purity of the E36 chassis while offering an increasingly rare level of provenance and condition.
As a factory Sport model, it benefits from the desirable factory aerodynamic styling package, along with the correct M3-style boot spoiler with integrated brake light.
Under the bonnet, the 2.8-litre straight-six engine is paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox, delivering the smooth, linear performance that defines BMW’s naturally aspirated golden era.
This particular example stands apart thanks to its exceptional condition and careful ownership, with long-term garaging preserving bot...
Points of note
£1,604
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£7,089
Median Price (Since 2020)
£27,268
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Mar 07 2027
Latest MOT Mileage
56,729 miles
Registration Date
1997-02-28
MOT History
Passed
On Feb 24 2026 with 56,729 miles
Passed
On Mar 08 2025 with 55,595 miles
Passed
On Mar 05 2024 with 55,373 miles
Passed
On Mar 06 2023 with 55,090 miles
Passed
On Mar 08 2022 with 54,857 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Passed
On Apr 19 2021 with 54,846 miles
Passed
On Mar 20 2020 with 54,814 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Direction indicator slightly discoloured Offside and nearside front (4.4.3 (a))
- Direction indicator slightly discoloured Offside and nearside rear (4.4.3 (a))
Passed
On Apr 05 2019 with 54,366 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Passed
On Mar 23 2018 with 53,751 miles
Passed
On Apr 19 2017 with 52,560 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Passed
On Mar 17 2016 with 50,965 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Passed
On Mar 23 2015 with 49,437 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Passed
On Mar 26 2014 with 47,836 miles
Passed
On Mar 20 2013 with 46,554 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
Passed
On Mar 14 2012 with 45,458 miles
Passed
On Mar 26 2011 with 45,104 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
- Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Passed
On Mar 23 2010 with 44,643 miles
Passed
On Feb 17 2009 with 43,397 miles
Passed
On Feb 20 2008 with 42,569 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Radius arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Passed
On Feb 28 2007 with 40,197 miles
Passed
On Mar 02 2006 with 37,246 miles
Failed
On Feb 14 2006 with 37,246 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Fail:
- Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
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