1990 (H) BMW 3 Series 2.5 325i SE 2dr

KEY FACTS This BMW E30 325i Manual is a sought-after modern classic sports coupe in rare and very desirable Specification. It is presented with incredible ownership with just 2 previous owners, one of which was BMW Chandlers, who had it as a demonstrator for 6 months from new. A very original and well-sorted example in exceptional condition for its age. Original Leather folder including – Original Service Book, Original Business Cards from the Salesman, Service Advisor, and Parts department from 1990. Owners Handbook, BMW Warranty Booklet, Approved Used Car insurance booklet, BMW Emergency Service Booklet, The “Europa” Service guidebook, and even the original stereo manual. It also comes with the Original V5c from 1990, Key Tags, 2 Keys (there is only one pictured, the other key is available and in the current owners safe), Tax Disks, and All MOTs. It even comes with a very small BMW-branded “locking nut key” that attaches to your key ring, as well as the original BMW glovebox flashlight. It even has the original glass with the registration engraved on. It is powered by a naturally aspirated 2.5-litre ‘M20’ straight-six, delivering 171bhp to the rear wheels through a five-speed Manual transmission. EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES This 325i is finished in Brilliant Red, and it features the sought-after M-Tech II Steering Wheel, Electric Sunroof and BMW Fire Extinguisher. It rides on a set of Genuine 15-inch BBS alloy wheels, fitted with four nearly new Toyo Proxes. Equipment includes an Electric sunroof, a sports steering wheel, electric windows, electric door mirrors, the very rare Headlight washer system, Rear Centre Armrest, M Sports Suspension, Power Steering and the Onboard Computer 2. Accompanying the sale is a massive file of invoices, the vehicle specification sheet, toolkit, and spare wheel. A retro-modern stereo (Blaupunkt) has been fitted (with the original still available) along with a wireless phone charger and the all-important cup holder. CONDITION The car was repainted in 2024 and recently ceramic-coated. It was stored by the last owner (of 33 years) in his garage, and it has since been stored inside a heated garage, on trickle charge. RECENT WORK INCLUDES 26/03/2025 - Complete rebuild of suspension using Bilstein B12 Pro Kit (As close to OEM BMW as possible) along with Bilstein top mounts, Eibach springs, Anti-roll Bar Links, Suspension Arms, Both Rd Assembly, Track Rod Ends, Trailing Arm Bushes. New Disks and Pads and New Wheel Bearings. 10/04/2025 – New Gearbox Oil, Differential Oil, and new Rear Subframe Bushes. A Inspection two service was carried out on 11th of July 2024, which consisted of: Cambelt and Water Pump, Spark Plugs, rebuild of the entire coolant system (using genuine BMW Parts), a new Battery and valve cover gasket. Dates and mileage of Services carried out: 16/08/1990 - 917 miles - BMW BRIGHTON 24/01/1991 - 6,563 miles - BMW BRIGHTON 05/07/1991 - 13,141 miles - BMW HAILSHAM 03/01/1992 - 21,110 miles - BMW BRIGHTON 05/06/1992 - 27,905 miles - BMW BRIGHTON 06/08/1993 - 31,686 miles - BMW HAILSHAM 08/06/1994 - 34,429 miles - EBLEY TYRE AND AUTO SERVICE 25/07/1994 - 35,339 miles - BMW HAILSHAM 21/06/1995 - 41,408 miles - BMW HAILSHAM 27/07/1996 - 46,620 miles - APPLES CAR CLINIC 17/07/1997 - 51,600 miles - APPLES CAR CLINIC 30/07/1998 - 56,509 miles - APPLES CAR CLINIC 30/07/1999 - 59,696 miles - APPLES CAR CLINIC 10/09/2000 - 61,940 miles - SUZUKI EASTBOURNE 12/09/2001 - 64,746 miles - SUZUKI EASTBOURNE 06/04/2002 - 66,070 miles - SUZUKI EASTBOURNE 08/01/2004 - 70,625 miles - PARK AVENUE 28/09/2005 - 74,625 miles - BMW HAILSHAM 19/01/2007 - 77,638 miles - HAVEN GARAGE 19/02/2008 - 80,591 miles - HAVEN GARAGE 28/10/2013 - 91,731 miles - HALFORDS 13/02/2017 - 95,584 miles - HAVEN GARAGE 20/01/2021 - 98,210 miles - HAVEN GARAGE 11/07/2024 – 99,890 miles – CSL AUTOMOTIVE 25/07/2025 – 101,528 miles - CRANBROOK TYRE AND PERFORMANCE