1996 BMW 3-Series

328 CONVERT. Convertible

2.8L Straight 6 Cylinder Gasoline Fuel

Automatic

WBABK8328TET94091

Rear Wheel Drive

Gasoline

Power Windows

The E36 BMW 3 Series is an entry-level luxury car / compact executive car. It was the successor to the BMW E30 and was eventually superseded by the BMW E46 starting in 1999 for saloons, and 2000 for coupes and cabriolets. The E36 was introduced in 1990. The E36 experienced enormous success in the market. It laid strong foundations for the success that the BMW E46 experienced in subsequent years. The E36 was sold from 1990 until 2000 in various bodystyles. It employed the "Z-axle" multilink suspension in the rear which had been proven in the Z1. VANOS variable valve timing was introduced on the DOHC I6(Inline 6 cyl.) engines in 1993. The four-door E36 was produced from early 1990, initially for sale in Europe only, and was introduced to other worldwide markets up to a year later. The E36 coupe was produced from 1991, with the Cabriolet version following in 1992. The three-door hatchback "Compact" was introduced in 1994 and was moderately popular in Europe. The BMW Compact was identical to the regular E36 saloon from front bumper to A-Pillar. Everything else was unique, namely its rear semi-trailing arm suspension, based on the old E30, instead of the Z-Axle Multilink employed in all other E36's. The Z3 and M Coupe have similar rear suspension setups as well. BMW developed several prototype five-door versions of the Compact model, but these never entered production. The "Touring" estate also began production in 1994, but was never offered in the United States. The 2.5 L M50B25 used in the 325 models was replaced in 1996 with the 2.8 L M52B28, creating the 328i line. Another 2.5 L engine, the M52B25, was reintroduced in 1998 but the cars were sold as 323 rather than 325. This car was bought and sold locally. The engine is in great shape and runs strong. The body is in good shape and all panels are straight. Paint show wells. The interior is in good shape. The transmission is also in proper working order and shifts great. Rims and tires are all good. The soft top is in good shape, however it is missing rear window. plus it does not work power wise. You can put down manually. Suspenion and brakes are in fine shape too. The big problem is that it was left open during a rainstorm and certain electrical components need replaced. we do not have time to work on the car. So i'm hoping to get out of the car cheap and cut my losses. Clean retail value of this car is $6,450. It would make a great parts car for someone or a good bargain if you have the electrical components from another and time to fix them. I welcome any and all questions about it. Please call 540-444-4421 or e-mail general.imports.salem@gmail.com. Any inspections are welcomed. This ride is going cheap. A great oppertuntity to steal a car or buy and part out and make a good profit. Thank you for viewing!On Feb-20-12 at 12:12:55 PST, seller added the following information: *********** RESERVE HAS BEEN REMOVED!!! NEXT BID OWNS IT!!!! THIS IS A STEAL!!! CAR RUNS AND DRIVES WELL***************