1990 BMW 3 Series 318is E30 Manual
NSW • Private
16
Odometer92,966km
Body typeSedan
FuelPetrol
TransmissionManual
Comments from the seller
This is a car for the enthusiast or collector. It is in original condition, no restorations, and low mileage. It has won awards at the BMW NSW Drivers Club. It is in concourse condition, draws attention wherever it goes, and a better example of this model has still to be seen.
The E30 318is was in limited production in 1989-90 and set out to compete with sports models of the period – like the Volkswagen GTI. Many were subsequently used for racing (not this one), because of the excellent power to weight ratio and superb road holding. It was referred to as the “Baby M3”, and as such was often adorned with M badges at purchase. It came with Sports Suspension, power steering, electric mirrors, M-Tech steering wheel, M gear lever knob, and front and rear spoilers.
The following are modifications made to the car:
• High quality Rockford Fosgate sound system with Kef speakers and Clarion radio.
• Remus exhaust.
• Alarm system with key fobs that allow keyless entry.
The car has been fully maintained. I have owned it since 2021 and used it for BMW Club historic runs and Show and Shine events. The previous owner was a collector who maintained a large car collection on the Gold Coast and rarely drove it.
I am selling to concentrate on my BMW E36 328i convertible.
Oh, and the 318is is Brilliantrot - red….
Car details
øVehicle description
E30 318is Sedan 2dr Man 5sp 1.8i
Powerplant type
Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)
Cost to insureSponsored
Exterior colour
Red
Interior colour
Grey
Body type
Sedan, 2 doors, 5 seats
Transmission
5 speed Manual
Engine
4 cylinders, Petrol Aspirated, 1.8L
Cost of financeSponsored
Registration plate
Check with seller
Registration expiry
5 months/October 2026
Build date
May 1990
Compliance date
August 1990
Roadworthy certificate
Provided at pick-up by seller
carsales Network ID
SSE-AD-20151122
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
Engine Configuration
In-line
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
Front Tyre Description
195/65 R14
Rear Tyre Description
195/65 R14
Dimensions & Weights
Length
4325mm
Width
1645mm
Height
1360mm
Wheelbase
2570mm
Track Front
1407mm
Track Rear
1415mm
Tare Mass
1125kg
Kerb Weight
1125kg
Other
Country of Origin
GERMANY
Launch Year
1990
Launch Month
5
Generation Name
E30
Series
E30
Badge
318is
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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John is the sellerLocation
Five Dock, NSW 2046
Member since
2014
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