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There’s something very special about an E21 323i. It was the most powerful 3 Series you could buy when new: a compact, rear-wheel-drive BMW with a 2.3-litre straight-six, Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection with 143 bhp. Back in the day… that was pretty serious. Let’s not forget about twin exhausts, one exiting at each side of the rear. They weren’t somebody’s later addition either. They were part of what made the 323i instantly recognisable. This example is a five-speed manual with power assisted steering, finished in astral silver metallic over a blue cloth interior. It sits beautifully on Alpina-style alloy wheels, while the three-spoke BMW sports steering wheel looks just right in the cabin. The photographs give a good sense of how well it presents, but it’s the way this car drives that really makes its case. The straight-six is eager, the car feels wonderfully lively, and it has that light, direct character that made early 3 Series BMWs such good driver’s cars. It drives extremely well for a car now more than four decades old. The upgraded front brakes are another welcome improvement. There is a substantial service history with the car. Its last custodian kept it for over 11 years and spent approximately well over €10k during that time keeping the car in fighting form. That history matters on an E21: finding a 323i is difficult enough; finding one that has been kept, used and properly maintained over a long period is harder again. These cars are few and far between now, particularly as right-hand-drive 323i manuals. For us, the appeal is simple. It has the right engine, the right gearbox, a great colour combination and, most of all, the sort of driving character you cannot recreate in a modern car.

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Deane Motors

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Deane Motors

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I bought my first Classic Pajero from Simon recently. From my first interaction with Simon to delivery I had a very pleasant experience. When viewing the vehicle, I took my time and Simon let me take as long as I wanted and he was there in the background to answer any questions I had. I felt very comfortable throughout the viewing. Due to my personal circumstances, the purchase took a little longer than usual, and Simon was very understanding about this. I came away with a beautiful Pajero and felt confident and extremely happy with my purchase. I can’t speak highly enough of Simon and his team. Finally I’d just like to say, I’m not a collector or dealer, I just turned 50 and decided to treat myself, so if you are thinking of your first classic car, I can highly recommend Deane Motors and Simon.

I can’t recommend Simon highly enough. Over the years, I have trusted him with both selling my own classic cars and purchasing vehicles on my behalf, and every experience has been exceptional. What sets him apart is his remarkable attention to detail. Nothing is overlooked—from paint depth, chassis condition, originality of components, and matching numbers, to the quality of previous restoration work and even the smallest signs of wear that many others would miss. His inspections are incredibly thorough, honest, and backed by genuine expertise rather than just trying to make a sale. You either have an eye for a car or you don’t, Simon does. I also requested him inspect a car on my behalf in Holland before I committed to buying, without seeing the vehicle myself. His assessment was accurate, balanced, and completely trustworthy, giving me the confidence to make informed decisions. If he recommends a car, I know exactly what I’m getting. If they advise walking away, it’s for a good reason. On the sales side, he has always represented my cars professionally, accurately, and with complete integrity. Communication can be on a fine line at times throughout the process and yes it can be frustrating and having spent time with Simon I appreciate how busy he is running the workshop from a mobile ordering parts and keeping the likes of his PA (Simon Walsh) on his toes In the classic car world, trust is everything, and Simon has earned mine time and time again. Whether you’re buying, selling, or need an expert pre-purchase inspection, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him. His knowledge, meticulous eye for detail, and unwavering honesty make them one of the very best in the business. Keep flying the classic car flag lads, Iv tried over the years to sell classic cars and failed.. these are not new cars, these are old cars trying to be kept alive by the likes of Deane Motors..Backboned by the legend Ollie Deane

Simon is an absolute gent, I was stuck for a way to get out to the dealership and he picked me up from Dublin City centre (now that was him being sound, don’t expect him to do that for you too!) but the whole way out I got to learn alot about life and business from him! A very genuine man, absolutely does not fit the stereotype of a sleazy salesman trying to rip you off! He’s genuinely prioritising a great customer experience for you over squeezing any bit of extra cash out of you! They’ve a serious collection of motors on offer there too! I highly highly recommend 🫡

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BMW 323i E21 (Beautiful condition, low mileage)

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