1990 BMW 318is Coupé (E30)

Lot Number: 720

1990 BMW 318is Coupé (E30)

Very rare, low-mileage, 318is on offer from long-term ownership.

  • Sold for: £18,000

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 24th September, 2022 at 11.00am BST at

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    Laser Blue

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    H728 WYU

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    61111 Miles

SUMMARY

Very rare, low-mileage, 318is on offer from long-term ownership.

DESCRIPTION

  • Now known as the Baby M3, the powerful M42B18 4-cylinder 16-valve was the most technologically-advanced power unit ever offered in a standard E30
  • The 318is' formed less than 2% of E30 production worldwide and consequently are very rare
  • This delightful example is finished in Laser Blue with a blue check Recaro interior
  • Owned by its current custodian since 2011 and just four previous keepers
  • Restored sympathetically by our vendor over the last 10 years, both bodily and mechanically
  • Just over 61,000 miles supported by a good service history and an MOT until March 2023

Viewing is highly recommended and vehicles will be available for viewing at the venue on Thursday 22nd and Friday 23rd September between 10am and 5pm, and then from 9am on Saturday 24th ahead of the auction which begins at 11am.

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
720
Make
BMW
Model
318 IS
Variant
Coupe
Registration Number
H728 WYU
MOT Expiry
27/03/2023
Chassis Number
WBAAF92080EE45416
Engine Number
03547021
Transmission
Manual
Body Colour
Laser Blue

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CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Simon.

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SCORE:

108 / 135

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About the Seller Rating


A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.

Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car

Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts

Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history

Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history

Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history

Vehicles can be collected from The Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN, on Sunday 25th September between 10am and 3pm and Monday 26th September between 9am and 1pm.

Our transport partners, EM Rogers, can assist with collection and delivery. Please contact them on 01604 755511 or trafficdesk@emrogers.co.uk for a quote.

Due to venue restrictions we need to be clear of The WEC by 1pm on Monday 26th therefore any motor vehicles not collected by this time will be taken to our transport partners storage facility in Northampton for a fee of £150 plus VAT. Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.

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