1989 BMW 3 Series 318i E30 Manual
VIC • Private
4
Odometer255,024km
Body typeSedan
FuelPetrol
TransmissionManual
Comments from the seller
BMW E30 318i Coupe
A genuine old-school BMW with character, a great driving feel and plenty of classic appeal.
This BMW E30 318i Coupe is an honest, usable classic that has been enjoyed as a daily driver and remains in working order. Nearly 40 years old, it wears its age with the usual signs of wear and tear you would expect from a car of this era.
This is not a showroom example, but a classic BMW you can drive and enjoy.
The exterior paintwork and plastics show age, with minor scratches and imperfections throughout. The interior also reflects its years, and the rear seat upholstery will need repair. These are all consistent with the age and condition of the vehicle, so please buy with realistic expectations.
The highlights:
Classic BMW E30 styling
Desirable two-door coupe body
Manual transmission
Economical and enjoyable to drive
Currently used as a daily driver
In working order
Sold with a roadworthy certificate (RWC)
A classic with options
Whether you're looking for an affordable entry into classic BMW ownership, a fun and economical weekend car, or a solid base for a restoration project, this E30 offers plenty of possibilities.
The manual gearbox and lightweight, old-school driving experience make it a genuinely fun car for the motoring enthusiast who appreciates the character of a classic BMW.
It's a rare opportunity to own a collectable two-door E30 without paying pristine collector-car prices.
A ready-to-drive classic in its working clothes. Honest, usable and full of character — or a worthwhile starting point for someone who wants to bring an E30 back to its former glory.
Please remember this is an older vehicle with age-related cosmetic imperfections.
Inspections are welcome, and buyers are encouraged to view the car and appreciate it for what it is: an honest classic driver.
Car details
øVehicle description
E30 318i Sedan 2dr Man 5sp 1.8i
Powerplant type
Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)
Cost to insureSponsored
Exterior colour
Silver
Body type
Sedan, 2 doors, 5 seats
Transmission
5 speed Manual
Engine
4 cylinders, Petrol Aspirated, 1.8L
Cost of finance
Registration plate
Check with seller
Registration expiry
1 month/November 2026
Build date
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Compliance date
Check with seller
Cost to transportSponsored
Roadworthy certificate
Provided at pick-up by seller
carsales Network ID
SSE-AD-21037896
Comfort & Convenience
Air conditioning
Air conditioning
Steering
Power steering
Power steering
Fuel
E10
Fuel Type
Petrol - Unleaded ULP
Fuel Capacity
55L
RON Rating
91
Fuel Delivery
Multi-Point Injection
Method of Delivery
Electronic
Engine
Engine type
Piston
Engine Location
Front
Engine Size (cc)
1796cc
Engine Size (L)
1.8L
Induction
Aspirated
Cylinders
4
Camshaft
Double Overhead Cam
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
4
Compression ratio
10
Generic Engine Type
Piston
Power
100.0kW @ 6000rpm
Torque
172Nm @ 4600rpm
Power to Weight Ratio
88.9kW/t
Transmission & Drivetrain
Gears
5
Gear Type
Manual
Gear Location
Floor
Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Wheels & Tyres
Rim Material
Steel
Front Rim Description
14x5.5
Rear Rim Description
14x5.5
Dimensions & Weights
Length
4325mm
Width
1645mm
Height
1360mm
Wheelbase
2570mm
Track Front
1407mm
Track Rear
1415mm
Kerb Weight
1125kg
Other
Country of Origin
GERMANY
Launch Year
1989
Launch Month
1
Generation Name
E30
Series
E30
Badge
318i
Doors
2
Seat Capacity
5
Body Style
Sedan
Probationary plate status +
New South Wales
Allowed
Victoria
Approved
Queensland
Approved
South Australia
Approved
Australian Capital Territory
Approved
Western Australia
Approved
Northern Territory
Approved
Tasmania
Approved
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