Description
BMW 318iS (E36) | 1995
Highlights:
– 1.8-litre four-cylinder petrol engine (318iS specification), manual transmission
– 174,000 km
– Repainted in purple
– New upholstery fitted
– Suspension comprehensively gone through
The seller offers for sale this 1995 BMW 318iS (E36), powered by a 1.8-litre four-cylinder engine, paired with a manual transmission. The car has been repainted in purple, a departure from any original factory colour, and fitted with new upholstery throughout. The suspension has been comprehensively gone through. The odometer shows 174,000 km, exactly as reported by the seller.
The E36 was the third generation of the BMW 3 Series, produced from 1990 to 2000, and brought a significantly more rounded, aerodynamic shape along with an all-new multi-link rear suspension that marked a clear step up in refinement over the previous E30 generation. The range spanned saloon, coupé, cabriolet, Touring estate and Compact hatchback body styles, with four-cylinder power coming from a family of engines that included the twin-cam, 16-valve M42 and its M44 successor. The 318iS, introduced in 1992 as a coupé-based model, used that twin-cam four-cylinder, producing around 140 hp and paired with a five-speed manual gearbox, giving it a sportier, more eager character than the single-cam 318i while remaining considerably more affordable to run than the six-cylinder cars or the M3. In the United States, Car and Driver named the E36 to its 10Best list in every year the car was on sale.
Underneath its smooth, rounded coupé body, the 318iS offers BMW’s classic rear-wheel-drive, four-cylinder balance, and its twin-cam engine has long made it a favourite among enthusiasts looking for a more involving drive than the standard 318i without the running costs of a six-cylinder E36. This particular car has clearly been personalised rather than kept original, with its purple respray, new upholstery and reworked suspension giving it a distinctive look and a freshened-up feel rather than the presentation of an untouched, factory-correct example.
Condition of the bodywork & paint
4 — Very Good. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.
Condition of the interior
4 — Very Good. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.
Technical condition
4 — Very Good. Mechanically solid, with potential for minor servicing.
Overall condition
4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.
This item is sold on an as-is basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and descriptions of the listing are for information purposes only.
