Lot Ended
Description
Showing 99,251 miles; BMW's lively
1.8-litre 16-valve petrol engine; five-speed manual gearbox; MOT valid until
August 2027; just two former keepers; with the vendor for 29 years; driven to
the sale
Here we have a very much-loved BMW 318is Coupe,
finished in black with a dark grey interior and benefiting from an extraordinary
29-year period of ownership with the current keeper, who acquired the car in
March 1998. Showing just two former keepers on the current V5C, this is a rare
opportunity to acquire an increasingly sought-after E36 that has clearly enjoyed
long-term enthusiast custodianship.
First registered on 1st August 1992, the car is
powered by BMW's lively 1.8-litre 16-valve engine, coupled to a five-speed
manual gearbox. Widely regarded as one of the most engaging four-cylinder models
of the period, the 318is offers a rewarding driving experience while retaining
the refinement and build quality for which BMW became
renowned.
Showing 99,251 miles, the BMW has covered only
around 11,000 miles during the last decade, suggesting careful and sparing use
in recent years. The vendor advises that the car has been largely owner
maintained throughout its life and is accompanied by a comprehensive history
file documenting its upkeep.
Recent maintenance includes the fitment of new
OE-specification front wishbones in April 2025, while both front wings were
replaced in October 2019. The car also retains its original dealer-fitted alarm
and immobiliser, a pleasing period feature.
The substantial history file includes the V5C
registration document, an MOT valid until August 2027, 19 previous MOT
certificates, the original handbook, numerous maintenance and repair invoices
and a service book containing nine service stamps.
Displaying the qualities collectors
increasingly seek, namely sensible mileage, low ownership, long-term
custodianship and extensive supporting history, this attractive and evidently
cherished 318is presents as a highly appealing modern classic. As clean,
unmodified E36 models continue to become harder to find, particularly those with
such a strong ownership history, this well-cared-for example is sure to attract
interest from BMW enthusiasts and collectors
alike.
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