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BMW 323i E21 — 1980

Uncommon and sought-after version of the E21 body with the small six-cylinder. Here in a neglected, but salvageable condition.

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"It looks sad where it stands, but could soon be happy again with the dedication of an enthusiast."

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56 000SEK
LOT NUMBER
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16668
VELLINGE
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Peter Sundfeldt
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Henrik Landén
Case manager
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"It looks sad where it stands, but could soon be happy again with the dedication of an enthusiast."

Description

This car was originally delivered to its first happy owner in Sweden in June 1980, and according to the registry, it has had 18 probably equally driving-enthusiastic owners. For many, a 323i was the optimal E21 model when a smaller version of the brand's fine straight six-cylinder engine was fitted in the car. When the current owner bought the car in 2013, it had been off the road for a few years. He purchased some parts; shock absorbers, springs, and nylon bushings all around. The latter were never installed and remain loose in a box in the trunk. In 2015, he had the car inspected in Malmö, but it failed due to an issue that led him to park the car again with a greater ambition to fix more. In 2019, a firm was hired to perform some technical work. The owner of the business could not house the car indoors, and as time dragged on, it remained parked, the owner waited, and today it has stood too long in the same place. The current owner introspects and realizes that he should have collected the car when the work was delayed, but now it is what it is. Thus; an enthusiast is sought who can save a Swedish-sold 323i with a relatively low mileage of 144,810 km. Do not let this example spend another winter outdoors.

Technical data

  • Year
    1980/1980 
  • Registration date
    1980-06-13 
  • Mileage
    144813 km 
  • Kw / hp
    105 / 143 
  • Fuel Type
    Petrol 
  • Transmission
    Manual 
  • Interior finish
     
  • Colour
    Black 

Condition

  • Mechanical condition:

    The engine was running when the car was parked, but according to a report, the wrong fuel tank is installed in the car. A 323 should have an extra pump. However, the current owner drove the car without any issues for a couple of years with that tank. Today, the car would need to be winched onto a trailer or picked up by a tow truck.

  • Interior condition:

    Complete interior that seems to be restorable. After all, the car has only covered a little over 140,000 kilometers.

  • Exterior condition:

    Complete interior that seems to be restorable. After all, the car has only covered a little over 140,000 kilometers.

  • General condition:

    A reasonable project for the driven and efficient BMW enthusiast who knows what is needed and can save the car. An E21 323i in good condition is still a sought-after collector's car.

MOT (tech. insp.)

Fordonsstatus: Itrafik 2013-04-19
Ursprungsbesiktning: 1980-02-05 (typbes)
Datum i trafik första gången: 1980-06-13
Senast godkända besiktning: 2013-05-01
Besiktigad tom: 2015-05-31
Skattebefriad: Ja
Körförbud: Ja
Antal ägare: 18
Föreläggande: 2015-05-11 (KBES )

Facts about the model

The small 2.3-liter six-cylinder engine with 143 horsepower was considered the finest of all E21s. Finally, it had the engine that the car deserved. The E21 was the first 3-series, the smallest BMW, and a premium mid-size car. The model was introduced in 1975, became successful in motorsports in the following years, but as an everyday car, it initially received criticism for being too oversteering during evasive maneuvers and on slippery surfaces. Skilled drivers and enthusiasts didn't quite agree, arguing that it was just an extreme representation of the brand's motto, 'Freude am Fahren,' loosely translated to Swedish as 'Ren körglädje' or perhaps even better as 'Äkta körglädje' (Pure driving pleasure or Genuine driving pleasure).

Location and viewing Information

Location: Vellinge

For viewing the vehicle, contact the valuator/depot:

Peter Sundfeldt
+46 0705-38 80 22
peter@bilwebauctions.se

Pick up

Collection must take place before: 2023-12-21.

NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.

Auction information

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