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1988 BMW 320i E30 Convertible

Sold for

£10,200

Ended 8 Jul 2026

Data from Car & Classic, updated on 10 Oct 2026

Year
1988
Mileage
73,666 miles
Gearbox
Manual
Engine
1990cc
Colour
Green
Location
Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Specification

Fuel
Petrol
Steering
Right Hand Drive
Auction house guide
£7,600 – £11,960

Description

Highlights

  • Just one former registered keeper
  • In current ownership for over 25 years
  • Soft top reported to be free from discernible rips or tears
  • Accompanied by owner's handbook, owner's information guide and service book
  • Fresh 12 months MOT will be provided upon auction completion

The Appeal

The E30 is a special sort of car. Compact, angular and pleasingly analogue, this executive roadster proudly combines the poise and balance of one of Munich's finest chassis with open-air motoring. It's all beautifully driver-focused and loaded with pure 80s personality. It's little wonder we continue to clamour for them.

Finished in green with a beige leather interior, this attractive car has only 73,666 miles on the clock and is handsomely kept, with a gentle age-commensurate patina that lends a very evocative character. It's a great opportunity to take on a real German classic.

Key Information

  • Mileage: 73,666 miles (unverified)
  • Country of registration: United Kingdom
  • Technical inspection status: No information provided
  • Technical specs: 1,990cc petrol
  • Paperwork: Owner's handbook, owner's information guide and service book

The Detail

  • Green paintwork presents well overall, with some areas of paint loss noted on the sills and arches
  • Some patina to the brightwork, though not overly intrusive
  • Alloy wheels with only light signs of wear
  • Soft top appears complete with no rips or tears discernible
  • Leather upholstery shows some creasing and patina consistent with age
  • Instruments are clean and legible
  • Carpets carry some gentle areas of wear
  • Engine bay carries age-commensurate patina

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Comparable sales

Sold prices from auctions that ended in the last 24 months. Chart shows the last 12 months. The latest 18 sales carry details. Prices in GBP.

Median sold price

£10,834

Sold range

£3,100 – £32,500

Sold lots

51

Price trend

Falling

Sold 6% below the E30 median

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