1982 BMW 3-Series

Other

1.8L 4 Cylinder Gasoline Fuel

Manual

WBAAG3307C8378770

Gasoline

HERE WE HAVE A 1 OWNER 1982 BMW E21 320I COUPE. CLEAN TITLE WITH NO ACCIDENTS. VEHICLE IS IN GREAT WORKING CONDITION. THE BODY IS IN GOOD CONDITION WITH MINOR SCRATCHES AND DENTS (NO RUST). THE INTERIOR IS IN GOOD CONDITION OVERALL, EXCEPT FOR THE DASH THAT HAS CRACKS ALL OVER DUE TO THE SUN. NO TEARS ON THE SEATS. EVERYTHING LOOKS TO BE ORIGINAL (EXCEPT FOR THE RADIO THAT IT'S A KENWOOD CASSETTE PLAYER). OTHER THAN THAT, EVERYTHING ELSE IS GOOD. KEEP IN MIND THAT THIS IS A VEHICLE FROM 1982. EVERYTHING IS IN GOOD WORKING CONDITION. I'VE DRIVEN IT AROUND AND HAVE FOUND NO MECHANICAL PROBLEMS WITH IT. THE ENGINE STARTS RIGHT UP. RUNS SMOOTH AND SHIFTS SMOOTH THROUGH ALL GEARS. A/C WORKS AND BLOWS COLD AND HEATER BLOWS HOT. NEEDS VERY MINOR COSMETIC WORK. IT HAS BEEN RE-PAINTED, BUT TO BE HONEST, THEY DIDN'T DO THE BEST JOB. THE PAINT IS PEELING IN SOME UNEVEN PARTS (LOOK AT THE DETAILED PICTURES). THE SUNROOF TILTS UP BY MANUALLY TURNING ON A KNOB. THE RADIO WORKS. THE ONLY THING THAT ISN'T WORKING IS THE ODOMETER, WITCH IS STUCK AT THE CURRENT MILES. MOST OF YOU WHO ARE LOOKING AT THIS VEHICLE KNOW WHY THIS HAPPENS, BUT FOR THOSE OF YOU THAT DON'T, THE PROBLEM IS THAT THE GEARS INSIDE THE ODOMETER GO BAD AND NEED TO BE REPLACED. SEEMS THAT IT HAPPENED RECENTLY SINCE IN 2006 WHEN THEY DID THE RENEWAL THE MILES WERE AROUND 80K (CHECK ON THE AUTOCHECK). IT HAS POWER MIRRORS, BUT THEY DON'T WORK (MIGHT BE A FUSE) THE PASSENGER WINDOW DOESN'T GO ALL THE WAY DOWN (IT MIGHT NEED SOME GREASE). THE TIRES NEED TO BE REPLACED. OTHER THAN THESE FEW THINGS, EVERYTHING ELSE SEEMS TO BE FINE. THE GREAT THING ABOUT THIS CAR IS THAT IT'S A 1 OWNER VEHICLE AND NEEDS VERY LITTLE WORK TO BE IN GREAT CONDITION OVERALL. IT WILL MAKE A GREAT DAILY DRIVER. VERY FUEL EFFICIENT AND LOW ON MAINTENANCE. IT ALSO WILL BE A COOL CLASSIC SOON. FEEL FREE TO CONTACT ME WITH ANY QUESTIONS YOU MIGHT HAVE. Development and early history: Under the direction of its 51% percent shareholder, Herbert Quandt, BMW decided upon a replacement for their aging 2002. Without it, there was the distinct possibility of BMW leaving its core mission of building driver oriented cars, and alienating an existing customer base long enamored with the company's 2002 model. Paul Bracq, Director of Design at BMW from 1970 to 1974, is credited with setting the design direction of the E21 3 Series, while Wilhelm Hofmeister is credited with first drawing the small forward wedge at the base of the C-pillar, a strong design trait of the first 3 Series. In 1975 Claus Luthe replaced Bracq and became the owner of the project. In July 1975, BMW’s Board of Management first presented this new model series in the Munich Olympic Stadium for public appraisal. The frontal view of the new car was dominated by the BMW trademark kidney grille standing out clearly from the radiator cover. The styling of the new car bore a resemblance to the BMW E12 5 Series. The wedge shape of the two-door model was distinctive, extending all the way to the unusually high rear end. In response to criticism of the tail design, a black plastic trim panel between the tail lights was added. The car's styling was otherwise well received. Measuring 4355 millimeters (171.5 inches) in length, 1610 millimeters (63.4 inches) in width, and 1380 millimeters (54.3 inches) in height, the E21 Series continued the tradition of the New Class. With the wheelbase measuring 2563 millimeters (100.9 in), there was little body overhang in the rear-wheel-drive design. The track measured 1364 millimeters (53.7 in) at the front, and 1377 millimeters (54.2 in) at the rear. The suspension incorporated rack and pinion steering and McPherson strut suspension at the front, and semi-trailing arm type independent suspension at the rear. The power assisted brakes were discs on the front wheels, while the rear wheels had drum brakes. Initially, a Getrag four-speed manual was the standard transmission fitment. Five-speed overdrive Getrag gearboxes were fitted as standard in 1980, but close ratio 'sport' gearboxes were available at the car's release as an option. Alternatively, purchasers could opt for the ZF 3 HP-22 three-speed automatic transmission. The cockpit design of the E21 marked the introduction of a new design concept, with the center console angled towards the driver. This feature has become part of BMW’s interior design philosophy for many years. As a sign of passive safety, all edges and control elements within the interior were rounded off and padded. At the E21's release, three models were available: with 316 (1.6-litre), 318 (1.8-litre) and 320 (2.0-litre) versions of the BMW M10 four-cylinder engine. To draw clear visual distinction within the new model series, the 320 models came with dual headlights, while the 316 and 318 had single round headlights. At the end of 1975, the 320i was introduced; the engine was fitted with Bosch K Jetronic fuel injection, delivering 125 bhp (93 kW; 127 PS) on premium grade gasoline. Ongoing evolution In the mid 1970s, BMW had invested DM 110 million in a new engine series, designated as the M60, but later renamed as M20 upon the introduction of the E30 in late 1982. At the 1977 International Auto Show in Frankfurt, BMW unveiled its new variants of the E21, featuring the new six-cylinder M20 engines. The four-cylinder 320 model was replaced with the 320/6, featuring a two-litre version of the M20 engine. The 323i model was introduced, featuring 2.3 litres and 143 bhp (107 kW; 145 PS), empowering this car with a top speed of approximately 190 km/h (118 mph). The braking system was also upgraded, with the 323i featuring disc brakes on all wheels. In the meantime however, a performance gap had developed between the 98 bhp (73 kW; 99 PS) 318 and the new 320/6 delivering 122 bhp (91 kW; 124 PS). For the 1979/80 model year, the four-cylinder models were upgraded: the 1.8-litre power unit was revised and entered the market as a 90 bhp (67 kW; 91 PS) carburetor engine in the 316, while addition of Bosch K Jetronic fuel injection to the 1.8-litre engine raised the 318i to 105 bhp (78 kW; 106 PS) . Since there was now also room for a new entry-level model, the 315 powered by a 75 bhp (56 kW; 76 PS) 1.6-litre M10 engine made its appearance in 1981 NO RESERVE.................................NO RESERVE.........................................NO RESERVE............................................NO RESERVE.....................................NO RESERVE ALL PICTURES ARE IN HTML CODE, YOU SHOULD BE ABLE TO VIEW 50+ PICTURES Please keep in mind you are bidding on a pre-owned vehicle that are sold AS-IS without warranty. Everyday driving can cause minor chips, dings or scratches on a vehicle. Unless otherwise noted in our photos or description these items are minimal, but may exist in some cases. Our photos are designed to be a visual description of this vehicle, please look at them carefully and use them to make a confident decision to bid on our vehicle. Get a great vehicle at a great price!!! Bid Now! IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS FEEL FREE TO CONTACT ROGER AT 305-509-4085 OR roger_fer81@yahoo.com BUYER IS RESPONSIBLE OF PICKING UP VEHICLE OR SHIPPING. I CAN PROVIDE A FEW COMPANIES THAT COULD SHIP THE VEHICLE. ALSO I DO REQUIRE A 200.00 DEPOSIT ONCE THE AUCTION IS OVER VIA PAYPAL AND PAYMENT IN FULL WITHIN 7 DAYS OF THE AUCTION BEING OVER... SERIOUS BIDDERS ONLY. GOOD LUCK!!!