Bmw 3 series e36

1998 BMW 3 Series Saloon – 316i 143,000 miles on chassis 132,000 miles on engine NCT: 31/03/2026 Tax: 31/01/2026 Engine & Drivetrain: 2.5L engine paired with an E46 330ci 6-speed gearbox Scorpion exhaust Full gasket and cooling system refresh at 130k (heater valve, coolant pipes, etc.) Brakes & Suspension: ATE brake pads and discs Subframes and suspension arms powder-coated StrongFlex bushings throughout New front/rear ball joints, drop links, and tie rods Coilovers Staggered Style 32 alloys (17x8 / 17x9) powder-coated gunmetal grey Interior: Black leather interior 75% rear window tints New battery Condition: Mechanically very solid — all major work done at 130k and it has passed NCT every year for the last 5 years in my ownership. Paintwork: lacquer peel on the bonnet, small rust bubble on rear left door corner, rust along bottom of driver’s door, and rust bubbling on both rear arches down to the skirts. Overall: Despite the cosmetic issues, the car presents well and drives great. A solid, sorted example with extensive mechanical work completed.