Cars Classic 1,5L 1983
• This E21-era BMW 315 is a sturdy classic compact car, which has benefitted from a full respray and re-trim.
• Under the bonnet is a carburettor-fed 1.6-litre engine, producing around 75bhp and 81lb-ft of torque, which is sent to the rear wheels via a four-speed manual transmission.
• This example is a Cyprus-supplied car that has been in single family ownership from new.
• It has always been garaged when not in use, and has never been driven in rain or humid conditions, benefiting from the warm Cypriot climate with long dry summers.
• The odometer reads just 66,087 miles from new, and it benefits from a recent major service.
EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES
• The 315 was the last model to feature the 1.6-litre engine, remaining on sale even alongside the E30 generation car, and was produced in relatively small volumes compared to the later 316.
• This example is finished black, over a beige leather interior with beige carpets.
• It rides on period-correct 13-inch steel wheels. All four tyres were fitted to the car just 500 miles prior and have virtually full tread remaining.
• The car is fitted with an aftermarket CD and cassette player.
• It has been repainted and reupholstered during its ownership, and has been kept within a single family and used by father and son.
• The original owner’s manuals, service book and toolkit will be included, along with a box full of maintenance invoices of work carried out on the car.
CONDITION
• There is no impact damage present on the bodywork, and the car was found to be entirely rust-free prior to its respray.
• The black paintwork is reported to be in pristine condition, having been resprayed during the car’s lifetime, with no dents or scratches.
• Inside, the cabin presents equally well, with no signs of wear on the recently reupholstered beige leather seats. The carpets are original, as is the dashboard and all of the switchgear, and there is no significant wear.
• There are no known faults with the car, and no warning lights on the dashboard.
• The most recent technical inspection of the car was undertaken in 2021, where the vendor notes that no warnings or advisory items were mentioned.
SERVICE HISTORY
• The latest service was carried out at 65,700 miles. The work comprised of an engine oil and filter change, along with the replacement of the air filter, fuel filter, brake fluid, transmission oil, differential oil, clutch fluid, radiator coolant, belts, water pump, spark plugs, ball joints, bush stabilisers, radiator hoses, thermostat, tyres, rear badge, boot seal, bonnet seal, door seals and more. All of the parts used were genuine BMW/OEM items.
• The radiator has also been replaced.
• Two years prior to the latest service, the vendor reports that the car was given an engine oil and filter change, a new air filter and a coolant flush.
SUMMARY
This BMW (E21) 315 is a handsome modern classic two-door saloon, which boasts single family ownership from new, good maintenance and recent refurbishment. This car is ready to be used as intended by the next owner, and could be a great ‘first classic’ or a smart addition to a wider collection of BMWs.
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