Vehicle Details
- Year: 1991
- Make: BMW
- Model: 318is
- VIN: WBAAF9318MEE73858
- Mileage Shown: 51,671
- Transmission: Manual
- Title Status: Clean
- Color: Red
- Seller Type: Private Party
- Location: Clifton Heights, PA 19018
- Lot #: V-0046217
Among the E30 3 Series, the BMW 318is is renowned for its balanced performance, reliable engineering, and engaging driving experience. This 1991 example is powered by a 1.8-liter M42 inline-four engine paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. Refinished in red over a tan leatherette interior, it features a sunroof, fog lights, sport seats, air conditioning, an aftermarket Alpine head unit with Bluetooth connectivity, and 14” Basketweave alloy wheels. This E30 318is is now being offered for auction by its seller out of Pennsylvania with approximately 52k miles showing on the odometer.
The 318is stands out with its classic lines, exclusive 2-door compact sedan dimensions, and signature BMW kidney grille, complemented by a front spoiler, fog lights, and a decklid spoiler. This example is refinished in red and features a replacement sunroof panel, black bodyside moldings, and a power antenna. It has received aftermarket window tint and clear turn signal indicators. It rides on silver-finished 14” Basketweave alloy wheels wrapped in BFGoodrich tires, with a full-size spare in the trunk. The seller notes a few roadgoing blemishes, including paint chips and minor clearcoat peeling on the left mirror cap. Detailed images are provided in the gallery along with an accident-free CARFAX report.
The interior features manually adjustable front sport seats upholstered in tan leatherette, extending to the rear bench and door panels. It includes an M Tech II steering wheel, air conditioning, a dash-mounted analog clock, power-operated front windows, rubber floor mats, an aftermarket remote-locking system, and an Alpine head unit with Bluetooth connectivity. The headliner was replaced with black Alcantara material under previous ownership, and the headliner is loose at the rear pillar. Cracks are noted on the driver's and rear seats, with additional cracks on the dashboard under the cloth pad. Additionally, the rear light bulbs were replaced in May 2024 and the gauge cluster reportedly stopped working about a year ago under the previous owner. The CARFAX report indicates a potential odometer rollback.
Power comes from a 1.8-liter M42B18 inline-four engine, which delivers a factory-rated 134 HP and 127 lb.-ft of torque to the rear wheels through a Getrag 5-speed transmission. It features Bilstein shocks at the rear and four-wheel ventilated disc brakes with ABS. In May 2024, the exhaust hangers were replaced, along with various power steering lines and the oil filter housing gasket to address leakage. The seller notes that the front control armball joints need replacement.
This sale will include the owner’s manuals, a spare tire, an air pump, a battery charger, and a clean title. The CARFAX report indicates a potential odometer rollback and a manufacturer lemon law buyback at an unspecified date.
The seller would like you to know: “Thank you for viewing my vehicle in this auction. It is a sought-after one-year model that BMW produced as the ultimate driving machine. it will be offered with a car cover OEM BMW windshield protector, and 16-inch AC snitcher wheels with brand-new tires. I have performed lots of maintenance and repairs and the one year of ownership. I’ve had it with service records presented. This car is very well-maintained and drives like a dream. Very fun Driver engaging experience crate on gas easy to work on with plenty of parts and support and many forums. Truly is a modern Classic that can be daily driven."
Auction Results
- Highest Bid: $4,000
- Auction End: Jul 22, 2024 06:43:39PM UTC
- Number of Bids: 8
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n_l the car is titled in PA. I still kept the Texas tags. I did not plate it.
Where is this car registered / titled? Still wearing Texas tags, but located in PA?
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Hello everyone, I wanted to jump in here and thank you for your time and interest in my E30 318is. I want to let you know that I will be available to answer any questions you may have. I owned this vehicle briefly for about a year and drove it about 300/400 miles. It has been well taken care of throughout it history especially the previous owner who really loved and babies it. Attached service records show most of its maintenance. Under my ownership I performed some maintenance and repairs as listed in the records. This car drives like a dream and handles even better turns heads and gets compliments all the time. It does need a little more time and money put into it to bring it up to tiptop shape but overall it’s in very good condition. This is truly a modern Classic that can be daily driven, but I do not have the time or space this vehicle demands to be maintained stored, and most of all driven. Thank you and good luck to all bidders.