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£5,800

1990 BMW 320i (E30) “Barnfind

United Kingdom • 12 Feb 2026 • Lot N/A

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AI Listing Summary

This 1990 BMW 320i (E30) is a recommissioning project with 160,534 miles, a 5-speed manual transmission, and a 2.0-litre engine. It has been dry-stored since 2004 and requires mechanical and cosmetic work, reflected in the sold price of £5,800.

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Condition 

3

The car has been dry-stored since 2004 and requires mechanical attention, specifically to the engine and brakes, alongside minor cosmetic work to the metal. There is corrosion on the nearside front wing and both rear arches, along with other corrosion spots across the body. The brakes are seized solid, and the car has no coolant due to a leak.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

WBAAA52090AE96292

Odometer:

160,534 miles

Reg Number:

G261 XNK

RHD/LHD:

RHD

The E30 3-Series served as the entry point to BMW just as the brand was establishing a significant presence in the UK.

Marketed as an aspirational purchase, every E30 offered a blend of style, superior build quality, and driver-focused ergonomics, all backed by strong resale value.

Widely regarded as one of the most beloved 3 Series generations, the E30 has remained a fixture of the public consciousness long after production ended.

Its reputation for robust engineering, crisp design, and desirability makes it a premier modern classic, especially when powered by the silky 2.0-litre six-cylinder engine.

In 1987, the model was further refined with a facelift that introduced plastic bumpers, enlarged taillights, ellipsoid headlights, and an upgraded interior, all while retaining its signature balanced handling and refinement.

Finished in Brilliant Red, this 1990 BMW 320i boasts impressive provenance, with just three registered keepers and 27 years in current family ownership.

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£1,600

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£9,879

Median Price (Since 2020)

£45,253

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