This E30-generation BMW 323i is a distinctive and highly modified example of the sought-after modern classic saloon, offered from long-term family ownership and enhanced with a raft of discerning performance and cosmetic upgrades. Under the bonnet sits an upgraded turbocharged 2.7-litre ‘M20’ stroker straight-six, driving the rear wheels via a five-speed manual transmission with a short shifter and a limited-slip differential. This example has been in the seller’s family for over 20 years, and has had three owners from new. The odometer indicates 264,478 Kms, though the seller notes that the odometer is not working. The original 2.3-litre ‘M20’ straight-six engine has been replaced by a rebuilt 2.7-litre block out of an E30-era 325e and fitted with a revised E30-era 323i head. The build consisted of a stroker kit, a ported and flowed 2.7-litre head, as well as high compression pistons, a 288 cam, LS coils, a 51mm turbine, internally gated turbocharger with a 3-inch inlet running 8psi, an MLS head gasket with ARP head studs, and a Haltech Pro ECU. This 323i is now finished in the handsome shade of Nardo Grey with striking ‘M Sport’ stripe decals, over a black and beige cabin, now featuring retrimmed black half vinyl and cloth upholstery with textured beige cloth seat inserts, as well as wood trim accents. It rides on a set of staggered 17-inch Simmons three-piece five-spoke alloy wheels finished in gloss-gunmetal with polished barrels, shod in mixed tyres. The factory specification includes a heated rear screen, a sunroof, air conditioning, and cassette storage. Externally, this example now features a vented bonnet, a purposeful aftermarket bodykit including a deeper front bumper, side skirts and rear bumper, as well as clear smoked taillights, aftermarket projector headlights, and blue-tinted high beams and fog lights. Other notable upgrades include slotted and drilled brake discs all-round, stainless-steel braided brake lines, polyurethane suspension bushes, Ground Control coilover suspension, Kmak adjustable tops, 20mm sway bars, front and rear strut braces, a larger aluminium radiator, a 3.46 limited-slip differential, a short shifter, and a 2.5-inch twin-pipe S/S exhaust system. Please note: a full breakdown of upgrades can be found below under the specification list. The car comes with a full tool kit. Please note: the cherished numberplate ‘3MTECH’ is not included in the sale. It will revert to an appropriate, age-related numberplate in the event of a successful auction. M20 Stroker kit 2.7-litre head, ported and flowed High compression pistons 288 cam LS coils 51mm turbine internally gated turbo with a 3-inch inlet running 8 PSI MLS head gasket with ARP head studs Haltech Pro ECU 17-inch staggered Simmons three-piece alloy wheels Slotted and drilled brake discs S/S braided brake lines Polyurethane suspension bushes Ground Control coilover suspension Kmak adjustable tops 20mm sway bars Front and rear strut braces Larger aluminium radiator 3.46 limited-slip differential Short shifter 2.5-inch twin-pipe S/S exhaust system Projector headlights Blue-tinted high beam and fog lights Alpine stereo with 4-inch splits, subwoofer and Alpine V-Power and Kenwood amplifiers Wood-rimmed Boss steering wheel ‘M Sport’ pedals VDO oil pressure and oil temperature gauges Push-button start Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition. Specific notes from the seller include: various paint imperfections and flaws in the respray, a crease in the back right-hand corner of the bonnet, and the centre console is loose. The seller also notes that the odometer does not work, the aerial is not installed, the windscreen washers are not connected, the indicators don’t self-cancel, the air conditioning is not working, and the aftermarket gauges next to the shifter are in working order, though not connected. This 323i’s most recent maintenance was carried out in January 2023 by BMW specialist Sol Motorworks, which consisted of an engine oil service. Other notable maintenance includes the engine being rebuilt, all new suspension installed, the new exhaust system fitted, the interior professionally reupholstered with two-tone sport seats, a new carpet, parcel shelf and headlining, as well as a full respray in 2022. This E30-generation BMW 323i is a highly modified example of the desirable modern classic saloon, offered from long-term family ownership and enhanced with a raft of discerning performance and cosmetic upgrades. Now boasting an upgraded and turbocharged straight-six engine, it could benefit from some minor cosmetic and mechanical maintenance in due course to bring it back to its best. With a handsome colour scheme and styling, this 323i would make an exciting companion for retro daily driving, weekend drives, and visits to car shows alike. The description of this consignment is, to the best of the seller’s knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Collecting Cars requests a range of detail about the lot from the seller and performs a level of due diligence. However, potential buyers must independently satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description. 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