Description
BMW E46 318Ci 1999, superb time warp survivor, 4,895
First registered October 1999. In Stahl Blau (Steel Blau) metallic with light grey velour trim, black dash top and factory 3-spoke sports leather wheel. Fitted with the 1.9 overhead cam M43B19 Z3 engine. 5 speed manual, 4 disc brakes. Rare factory heated seats. Electrically opening rear windows. 18" factory M Sport rims on excellent Bridgestone Potenza tyres.
Fabulous time warp survivor condition with 77,546 miles confirmed as genuine from the MOT history. Unabused and unmodified. Original paint without dents or rust. Lovely interior without tears, burns, stains. Factory black overmats. Spare, jack, locking nut, tools all correct. Refurbished alloys. If you know E46s the common rust areas are rear arches, boot floor, window surrounds all of which are clean and perfect on this car. Starts on the button, drives really well, strong engine, compliant ride, brakes progressive and straight. Cold aircon, everything works. 2 keys and owners handbook. Very clean engine bay. Some small stone chips on the bonnet and front bumper as you might expect on a 27 year old car. 4 previous keepers.
FSH with regularly stamped book, combination of franchise dealers and specialists. Recent new battery. Just serviced with new premium oil, plugs, air, fuel and oil filter. Wheels have been professionally refurbished and excellent. Paint clay bar detailed and coated. Recent new MOT.
In my view these fabulous cars are getting harder to find in such original condition and although still affordable are rapidly increasing in value. If you don't want a sad high mileage worn out shed and can't justify a fortune for a low mileage 6-cylinder with higher tax, fuel consumption and insurance then this is a very affordable entry point into E46 ownership. Needs nothing and ready to enjoy. Any test welcome. Peak BMW when they made some of the best cars on the market. Please no comedians with rude offers. Thanks for looking.