1990 BMW 3 Series E30 318i

VIN: WBAAJ620X0AE11899
Sold by Collecting Cars

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LocationMelbourne, VIC
Odometer180,455 km
TransmissionAutomatic
SteeringRight-hand drive

Seller's Notes

This E30-generation BMW 318i is a charismatic modern classic sedan, which has been enhanced with a few choice upgrades and a full interior retrim. Under the bonnet sits a naturally aspirated 1.8-litre fuel-injected inline-four, delivering around 83kW to the rear wheels via a four-speed automatic transmission. This original Australian-market example has been with the seller and reportedly its third owner for five years. The odometer shows 180,455 Kms from new. This 318i is finished in the stylish shade of Diamond Black Metallic over a Cinnamon leather-trimmed interior. It rides on an aftermarket set of 17-inch BBS RS-replica split-rim alloy wheels fitted with Ardent Sport RX6 tyres. Equipment includes headlamp washers, a top-tinted windscreen, an analogue clock, air conditioning, and electrically adjustable door mirrors. The original sports seats, door cards, and steering wheel have been retrimmed in Cinnamon leather. It has also been upgraded with lowered King Spring suspension, a sports exhaust muffler, a 375mmM-Tech I steering wheel, smoked Hella headlights with wipers, fog lights, a JVC CD stereo with Bluetooth connectivity, USB and auxiliary inputs, and an M-Tech I rear spoiler. The seller notes that the car has a purple tag steering rack. The car comes with two keys, a space-saver spare wheel, a jack, the owner’s manuals with a grey plastic wallet, the service booklet, as well as the original wheel sand exhaust. Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition. Specific notes from the seller include: the seats, door cards and steering wheel have been retrimmed. The car’s last roadworthiness test was conducted in June 2024, which is understood to have resulted in a clean pass with no advisories. This 318i’s most recent maintenance was carried out in August 2024 at 179,800 Kms by Signature Tyres, which consisted of a major service, including new spark plugs, an engine oil and filter change, new fuel and air filters, the water pump and timing belt replaced, three new drive belts, and the air conditioning being re-gassed. Other notable maintenance includes engine oil and filter changes, new tyres fitted, and the wheels and tyres being balanced. This E30-generation BMW 318i is a popular and stylish modern classic sedan, which has been enhanced with a few choice upgrades and a full interior retrim. Presented with instantly recognisable boxy styling, a timeless colour scheme, a tastefully reupholstered cabin, and boasting a dependable inline-four engine coupled to a smooth-shifting automatic gearbox, it would make a charismatic companion for retro daily driving, weekend cruising, and longer-distance road trips 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. Potential buyers should view or arrange inspections as well as conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to bid or buy. Please note that it is not uncommon for classic or collectible vehicles to have received cosmetic repairs in the past, either to rectify damage or refresh appearance, and this work may be undetectable even upon visual inspection. Unless there is an explicit statement by the seller to the contrary, please assume that any vehicle could have had bodywork or paintwork during its life. Furthermore, photographs may not reflect the true colour or full condition of the vehicle. It is a bidder’s responsibility to satisfy themselves of the colour and condition of a vehicle, including its interior and the existence of any remedial bodywork or paintwork, before committing to bid or buy. This includes by raising enquiries with the seller in the comments section. For vehicles, unless otherwise stated, potential buyers should also assume that any cherished registration may be retained by the seller. Please see our Terms and Conditions for full details. This vehicle’s VIN has been checked against the Australian Personal Property Securities Register, and there is no security interest or other registration kind logged against the serial number. This vehicle has been checked through the Austroads NEVDIS system, and there are no markers under the written-off or stolen databases.

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Vehicle Specs

Specifications

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Identity

Year1990
MakeBMW
Model family3 Series
Model generation—
Model variant318i E30
Model trim318i

Mechanical

Engine1.8L I4 (M40)
TransmissionAutomatic
Fuel type—
Drive type—
Originality—
Odometer180,455 km
VINWBAAJ620X0AE11899

Body & Finish

Vehicle typeAutomobile
Body style—
Doors—
Driver sideRHD
Exterior colourDiamond Black Metallic
Interior colourCinnamon

The vehicle is recorded in the AutoMarkets database under VIN WBAAJ620X0AE11899. The car was listed as a 1990 BMW 3 Series and sold via Collecting Cars. AutoMarkets tracks verified auction results, dealerships and private sellers across Australia to provide accurate historical market data.