1997 BMW 328i Sport

Highlights

• Genuine Sport model with desirable straight-six engine
• Tasteful upgrades including genuine AC Schnitzer components, Bilstein suspension, and 18-inch BBS alloys
• Covering only approximately 300 miles per year and stored during winter months since 2019 acquisition
• Recent structural work including new rear arches and jacking points
• MOT valid until August 2027 with just one advisory

The Appeal

The E36-generation 328i Sport is among the most coveted variants of BMW's third-generation 3 Series, pairing the silky 2.8-litre straight-six with Sport-specification chassis and trim. Increasingly sought after, well-kept examples with a clear history of care are becoming harder to find.

This 1997 example has been sparingly used and carefully maintained by its current family, with significant investment in structural integrity and a number of tasteful upgrades including genuine AC Schnitzer components, Bilstein suspension, and 18-inch BBS alloys. The vendor describes the car as being in great overall condition, with factory black leather inside that is said to look very good. The engine is reported to be running well, and the car passed its most recent MOT with just a single advisory.
This 328i Sport presents as a well-cared-for example ready for its next custodian.

Key Information

• Mileage: 120,000 miles (indicated)
• Country of registration: United Kingdom
• Technical inspection status: MOT valid until 17th August 2027
• Technical specs: 2.8-litre straight-six petrol, four-speed automatic
• Paperwork: book pack, stamped service book, significant collection of invoices

Service history:
11/25 – 119,743 miles – Roythorne & Son Ltd

• Replaced nearside rear ABS sensor, ABS relay, offside front jacking point section, rear indicator bulbs, and side repeater bulbs; changed brake fluid and carried out MOT test

03/25 – 119,452 miles – Roythorne & Son Ltd

• Carried out diagnostic check for burning plastic smell, idling fault, and lumpy running; diagnosed faulty ignition coil packs and stored VANOS fault codes

04/24 – 119,458 miles – Elvins Ltd

• Carried out engine oil service

04/23 – 118,524 miles – Autoleys Ltd

• Fitted polyurethane front arm rear eye bushes, changed brake fluid, stripped and cleaned front and rear brakes, and pressure-tested cooling system

04/22 – Mileage Not Stated – Autoleys Ltd

• Replaced A/C compressor, coolant pump, thermostat, thermostat housing, coolant/PAS pump pulleys, auxiliary belt & tensioner, A/C belt & tensioner, heater valve, and radiator top hose; refilled/bled cooling system and re-gassed A/C system

01/22 – Mileage Not Stated – Listers BMW / Online Parts Orders

• Replaced water pump (Meyle), kidney grilles, windscreen washer pump, and underbody protection covers/ledges

05/21 – 117,508 miles – Listers BMW

• Replaced left-hand and right-hand front lower bumper wedges

06/20 – 117,624 miles – Autoleys Ltd

• Carried out Inspection II major service including engine oil (Mobil 1), oil filter, air filter, fuel filter, and spark plugs

04/20 – 117,508 miles – Autoleys Ltd

• Replaced both front lower ball joints, repaired A/C leak and re-gassed system, and performed four-wheel alignment

01/20 – Mileage Not Stated – Demon Tweeks / Blackcircles

• Supplied and fitted Eibach Pro-Kit lowering springs, 4 x Dunlop Sport Maxx RT2 tyres, top strut mounts, and new battery

05/19 – Mileage Not Stated – Jayar Car Parts / LKQ

• Replaced camshaft position sensor, ContiTech drive belt, and front/rear brake discs, pads, and sensors

04/19 – Mileage Not Stated – Autolec Lowestoft

• Overhauled and repaired air conditioning system

02/15 – Mileage Not Stated – Elvins Ltd

• Carried out interim service (engine oil, filter, and engine flush) and read ECU fault codes

11/13 – 101,254 miles – Inchcape Fast Ltd / Elvins Ltd

• Carried out engine oil service and re-gassed air conditioning system

09/12 – Mileage Not Stated – Millers Tyre & Exhaust / Wheel Revivers

• Refurbished 4 x 17-inch alloy wheels in Brilliant Silver with split-ring detailing

07/10 – 93,705 miles – Frost Motor Services

• Replaced rear brake pipes and changed engine oil and filter

06/09 – 91,263 miles – Roy Catling Whitegates

• Replaced nearside rear wheel bearing

06/08 – 88,689 miles – Roy Catling Whitegates

• Carried out BMW Inspection II service

06/06 – 84,552 miles – Roy Catling Whitegates

• Replaced nearside and offside front wishbones and carried out engine oil change

01/06 – 83,650 miles – Roy Catling Whitegates

• Carried out BMW Oil Service

06/05 – 78,279 miles – Hemingstone Garage

• Carried out BMW Inspection I service

03/04 – 68,440 miles – Cooper Reading

• Carried out BMW Inspection II service

08/02 – 61,462 miles – Cooper Reading

• Carried out BMW Oil Service

05/01 – 52,738 miles – Cooper Reading

• Carried out BMW Inspection I service

07/00 – 42,670 miles – Cooper Reading

• Carried out BMW Oil Service

11/98 – 36,781 miles – Whitehouse (Ruxley)

• Carried out BMW Inspection II service

03/98 – 18,472 miles – Whitehouse (Ruxley)

• Carried out BMW Inspection I service

03/97 – 9,962 miles – Whitehouse (Ruxley)

• Carried out BMW Oil Service

08/97 – 28 miles – Altwood of Slough

• Pre-delivery inspection and handover to original owner

The Detail

• Oil service completed in April 2026; previous service in October 2024
• New rear arches and rear jacking points fitted in 2025
• New front jacking points fitted in 2025
• New battery fitted approximately two months ago
• Genuine AC Schnitzer wing mirrors, spoiler, and exhaust fitted
• Bilstein springs and shocks fitted
• 18-inch BBS alloys with Dunlop Sport Maxx tyres reported to have plenty of tread remaining
• One alloy wheel is missing its centre cap
• Spare wheel included
• Factory black leather interior described by the vendor as being in very good condition
• Working air conditioning reported
• Slight scratch on the front driver's wing
• Glovebox occasionally struggles to latch
• Driver's door panel has a cracked speaker surround, reported to be secure
• Ticking noise from the VANOS unit; the vendor states this does not affect the car
• The vendor describes the car as fantastic to drive with a great exhaust sound

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