Make: | BMW |
Model: | 3-Series |
Type: | Coupe |
Trim: | E21 |
Year: | 1979 |
Mileage: | 94,123 |
VIN: | WBAAA2302K4257372 |
Color: | SIERRA BEIGE |
Engine: | FOUR cylinder |
Cylinders: | 4 |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Transmission: | Automatic |
Drive type: | rear wheel drive |
Interior color: | TAN |
Drive side: | Left-hand drive |
Vehicle Title: | Clear |
Item location: | Redwood City, California, United States |
THE OVERVIEW
Offered for an appreciating new ownerat NO RESERVE is this splendid classic 1979 BMW 320I sport sedan!
Finished in "Sierrabeige" over tan cloth and vinyl, this ONE-OWNER 39 year-old CALIFORNIA BLUE LICENSE PLATE E21-CHASSIS BMW HAS BEEN DRIVEN JUST OVER 94,000 ORIGINAL MILES since purchased new here in the S.F bay area!It sports a great running 2.0 liter 105 horsepower inline four cylinder engine mated to the factory 3 speed automatic transmission with stopping power provided by front disc and rear drum brakes. It features the factory crank sunroof, 13" Alpina-style wheels with excellent rubber, original Blaupunkt stereo, reclining bucket seats, original Sisal floor mats, vent windows, factory tool kit and is being sold with original small "pink slip" title and a large file of older maintenance records PLUS the original purchase order of $13,900 AND the owner's manual and radio manual.
Offered here on ebay at NO RESERVE.this is a fabulous find for about the price of the sales tax alone on a new quickly-depreciating M3!
PLEASE NOTE: many more photos of this 320i here:https://photos.google.com/album/AF1QipNVHvVd4xZY7-PC49U820cZn9ZXcjcrw4xydXlD
AND VIDEOS HERE: https://youtu.be/9ZSEO3HjJac andhttps://youtu.be/ZchietsyExA
AND.......... I ALSO HAVE THE FOLLOWING OTHER CARS IN MY COLLECTION AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE!,,,,,,PACKAGE DEAL ON TWO OR MORE!
1989 325is automatic 193k miles $7,989
1979 320i 4 speed. ONLY $2,979
1991 CUSTOM 500 horsepower 3.5 liter Alpina TURBO $35k
1998 M3 four door 5 speed slicktop with Mechtech turbo $11,998
THE BODY AND TRIM
The exterior of this 1979 BMW is in AMAZING near-TIME CAPSULE condition overall with a gleaming overall finish on what appears to be the factory original Sierrabeige paint finish. The glass is also all original with factory stamping...it even sports the original Polyglot protection sticker on the side window. Is it PERFECT? No. It has a few miscellaneous imperfections which include worn original Roundel badges, a small touched up scuff on the left rear wheel arch, an isolated touched up corrosion spot on the inside corner of the trunk along with a few small rock nicks and other light cosmetic blemishes. Overall I would consider this absolutely one of the cleanest original 320s available anywhere!
THE INTERIOR
As I hope is articulated in the photos, the interior of this non-smoker 320i is in astoundingly original, close to new condition! From the pristine original loop carpeting to the untouched door panels to the fabric upholstery up to the beautiful original sunroof-equipped headliner, this is quite a specimen with working Blaupunkt stereo along with all working lights, gauges, controls AND the working odometer too! Imperfections? The records show that the front and rear seat upholstery has been redone a decade or more ago and very slightly mismatched to the head rests. There is a VERY minor crack on the near-flawless dash. Generally speaking, this is one very well preserved classic cockpit!
THE DRIVING EXPERIENCE
This little BMW starts easily with superb running engine, excellent shifting transmission, solid and secure braking, buttery smooth steering and splendid tossable and balanced non-assisted steering handling. The suspension is smooth, quiet and rattle-free. There is a very slight 55 mph wobble...possibly wheel balance or flat spots on the tires. Driving this E21 is a crisp, responsive and splendid motoring experience,
THE DETAILS AND $$$$
1. This 1979 BMWis being sold with clear and clean California title and current registration, and just passed stringent California smog testing. It will be sold "AS IS" "WHERE IS" with no written or verbal warranties expressed or implied. Iinvite and very much welcome prospective new owners to come see, feel, drive and inspect this car in person.
NOTE: There will be no post-sale inspections to determine whether you actually want to purchase this car. So, PLEASE bid thoughtfully
2.Zero feedback bidders please contact me prior to bidding or bids will be cancelled immediately. This car is also being advertised in other venues and I reserve the right to end auction at any time at my discretion.
3. I will assist with shipping arrangements[buyer pays costs]. Irecommend Chris at Kelly's Auto Transport at 951-845-6224
4. Winning bidder pleasecall 650-350-8828 and/or email me thru ebay within 24 hours of auction close.
5. A $500 non-refundable down payment via Paypal w/in2 days of auction close.
6. Balance of purchase due viaCASH in person, bank wire transfer or certified funds within5 days of auction close thank you.
AND.....,,,,.PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE TO PHONE ME, EVAN AT 650-350-8828 TO REQUEST ADDITIONAL PHOTOS, TEST DRIVE VIDEO OR TO SCHEDULE IN-PERSON VIEWINGS AND/OR MECHANICAL INSPECTIONS.