NO RESERVE 1988 BMW 325iS 5-Speed
Vehicle Details
- Year: 1988
- Make: BMW
- Model: 325is
- VIN: WBAAA2308J8261823
- Mileage Shown: 127,664
- Transmission: Manual
- Title Status: Branded
- Color: Cinnabar Red
- Seller Type: Dealer
- Dealer Fees: None
- Location: Glendale, CA 91208
- Country: United States of America
- Lot #: V-0062671
A sport version of the E30 3-Series coupe, the BMW 325iS was launched in 1987, aimed at the driving enthusiast market with a limited-slip differential, sport suspension, BBS basketweave wheels, spoilers, sport seats, and a premium trim package as standard equipment. This 1988 example is finished in Cinnabar Red over a beige interior and was converted from automatic to a 5-speed manual transmission under previous ownership. Recently serviced with new spark plugs, an oil change, and a coolant flush, this 325iS is now being offered for auction out of California.
The 315iS is distinguished from other E30s by a front spoiler with integrated fog lights, a body-colored trunk lid spoiler, and 14” Style 5 BBS basketweave wheels. This example is finished in Cinnabar Red with a hand-painted pinstripe. Equipment includes quad headlamps, body-colored mirrors, chrome window trim, an electric sunroof, an automatic antenna, pop-out rear quarter windows, and dual exhaust tips. The seller notes the exterior is in good overall condition and that the hood appears to have been previously refinished. The CARFAX shows moderate front-end damage reported in 2021, and the vehicle was issued a salvage/rebuilt title after being declared a total loss by an insurance company.
The cabin features beige leather sport seats with matching door panels and carpets. Accessories include a three-spoke M-Tech 1 sport steering wheel, BMW-branded floor mats, power windows, air conditioning, cruise control, an onboard computer, a premium sound system with optional rear speakers, and an aftermarket Continental radio. All gauges and accessories are said to be fully functional.
The 2.5-liter M20B25 inline-six was factory rated at 168 HP and 164 lb-ft of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a replacement E30-sourced 5-speed manual transmission. The 325iS is equipped as standard with a 25% locking differential and a sport-tuned suspension. The seller indicates a service was recently completed, including new spark plugs, ignition wires, an oil change, and a coolant flush.
This sale will include a toolkit, a spare tire, and a salvaged California title.
Comments (8)
@MMT Can you take pictures of the VIN Stickers? Especially up front on the fenders and the hood. This will give a glimpse into how many panels were replaced.
Any pics of the radiator support from underneath?
Thanks
Bid in the amount of $5,750
@02chuck yes, was recently smogged about a month ago.
@Check_61 Hello, unfortunately I do not have any pictures of the accident, but from looking at the car, it retains the original pinstripe throughout the whole body so I believe that none of the panels were damaged or repaired other than the hood. The hood paint is a little off, which makes me believe that whatever happened had to do with the hood.
Bid in the amount of $5,500
With the change from an automatic to manual transmission has it passed smog in California? The CARB folks can be a bit picky on things like this. I do love red E30.
Any further detail or pics from the accident?Any leaks or known issues? Thanks, great looking E30!
Bid in the amount of $325