Lot Ended
Description
Driven over 40 miles to
the sale; factory options costing £2,920; MOT valid until November 2026; Showing
118,000 miles
The BMW E46 Convertible
remains one of the most accomplished and usable modern classics, combining
elegant styling, superb build quality and an engaging rear-wheel-drive chassis.
Offering open-top motoring with everyday practicality, the E46 has become an
increasingly popular choice for enthusiasts seeking a refined yet rewarding
modern classic.
Offered here is a 2002 BMW
318Ci Convertible, finished in Titanium Silver Metallic with a Grey Montana
leather interior and complemented by an electronically operated black soft top.
Powered by the smooth 1,995cc four-cylinder engine and paired with a five-speed
manual gearbox, the car has had seven former keepers and has been in the current
ownership since December 2015. Showing 118,000 miles, it has been driven over 40
miles to the sale, where it performed exactly as expected, starting, stopping
and running well during its journey to site and throughout photography and
filming.
Originally supplied with an
impressive specification, this example was ordered with factory options costing
£2,920, bringing the original purchase price to £24,160. These include Montana
Grey leather upholstery, electrically adjustable front seats with driver's
memory function, Titanium Silver metallic paint and a front centre armrest.
Further equipment includes the original BMW Business radio cassette with
six-disc CD multichanger, brushed aluminium interior trim and 18-inch anthracite
multi-spoke alloy wheels.
The history file includes the
driver's handbook pack, spare key, six previous MOT certificates and a
substantial collection of invoices documenting maintenance and servicing carried
out over the years, providing reassurance that the car has been well cared for.
It is offered with an MOT valid until November 2026.
Increasingly
recognised as one of BMW's finest modern-era designs, the E46 Convertible
continues to gain appreciation amongst enthusiasts. Combining timeless styling,
rewarding rear-wheel-drive dynamics and comprehensive history, this
well-presented manual example offers an attractive opportunity to enjoy one of
Munich's most enduring modern classics.
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