1995 BMW 316

BMW E36 | June 1995 | 1.6i Petrol | Manual | LHD | 112,000 miles | Montreal Blue Metallic | Grey Fabric Interior | Sunroof Delete

It is sadly time to part company with my son’s beloved BMW E36.

I originally built this car for my son, and the entire restoration is documented in detail, episode by episode, on my YouTube channel MY911. If you’re interested in the car, I’d strongly recommend watching the videos to see exactly what has gone into it.

This is a genuine, comprehensive restoration rather than a car that has simply been tidied up for sale. Thousands of pounds and a huge number of hours have gone into bringing this E36 back to an exceptionally high standard.

THE BODY & RUST

One of the biggest jobs was dealing properly with the rust.

All identified rust was cut out and professionally repaired and rewelded. The car is now rust-free.

The rear subframe was completely refurbished, and all of the bushes throughout the car have been replaced. This was a major undertaking and means the car not only looks right, but drives as an E36 should.

All cavities have also been thoroughly treated with Waxoyl as part of the restoration, providing additional protection against future corrosion.

The original Montreal Blue Metallic paintwork is in excellent condition, with a deep shine that looks remarkable for a 30-year-old car.

INTERIOR

The interior has received the same level of attention.

I completely rebuilt the seats using original BMW fabric sourced from BMW, rather than aftermarket replacement material.

I also spent a considerable amount of time sourcing the correct original trims, accessories and BMW radio, so the car is now fully complete and retains the character and specification of the original car.

The grey fabric interior is in excellent condition.

MECHANICAL

The engine and gearbox are tight and the car has covered 112,000 miles.

The engine has been comprehensively recommissioned, including a new water pump, spark plugs, all engine coolant hoses, genuine BMW radiator and expansion tank.

The car has also been fully serviced, and the air conditioning has been refurbished and is ice cold.

The gearbox was professionally rebuilt by the highly regarded Bexhill Gearboxes in Hastings, including:

• Sachs clutch kit

• New master cylinder

• New slave cylinder

This work alone cost over £2,500.

The suspension has also been comprehensively rebuilt, including all bushes, and the car is essentially stock apart from a tasteful Bilstein B4/M3-style lowering setup** and E90 alloy wheels. It drives exceptionally well.

I also designed and fabricated a bespoke aluminium sump guard, providing substantially greater protection than the original OEM item while remaining discreet and in keeping with the car.

Where possible, I have used genuine BMW or Lemförder parts.

RARE ORIGINAL BMW OPTIONAL EXTRAS

I also have a collection of rare original BMW optional equipment ready to be fitted to the car, including:

• Factory cruise control – particularly rare on an E36 1.6i

• Heated seats

• Front fog lights

• Original BMW E36 roof bars

• Center armrest in matching cloth

• Other period-correct BMW equipment

These are original BMW components, not aftermarket additions, and will be included with the car.

The next owner therefore has the opportunity to fit these and take the car even further, while retaining the period-correct OEM character.

SPECIFICATION

• June 1995 BMW E36 1.6i

• Manual gearbox

• Left-hand drive

• 112,000 miles

• Montreal Blue Metallic

• Grey fabric interior

• Re-upholstered 3 spoke M3 Steering Wheel

• Factory sunroof-delete model

• Refurbished, ice-cold air conditioning

• Fully serviced

• New water pump

• New spark plugs

• Refurbished Injectors

• All engine coolant hoses replaced

• Genuine BMW radiator

• New Pulleys & Belts

• Genuine BMW expansion tank

• New brake lines throughout

• All bushes replaced

• Rear subframe refurbished

• Rust professionally cut out and repaired

• Cavities treated with Waxoyl

• Gearbox rebuilt

• Sachs clutch, master & slave cylinders

• Bilstein B4/M3-style lowering setup

• E90 alloy wheels

• Bespoke fabricated aluminium sump guard

• Original BMW radio and correct trims/accessories

• Original BMW E36 roof bars included

• Rare original BMW optional extras included

• Comprehensive invoices and documentation

The car has been garaged throughout its life, and I have contact with the original owner from new.

I have invested around £10,000 in parts and professional work alone excluding the many hours of labour. Every invoice has been retained and is organized in clear plastic folders.

I genuinely don't want to sell it, but my son has now moved abroad and, unfortunately, the car simply isn't being used. It deserves to be enjoyed by someone who appreciates what it is.

I would particularly love to see it go to a BMW/E36 enthusiast who will understand the amount of work that has gone into preserving and restoring it.

**Genuine enquiries only, please. Message me for further details, photos, videos or to arrange a viewing.

The entire restoration/build is documented on my YouTube channel MY911 - search MY911 on YouTube for the full story.

PS. The eagle-eyed amongst you will notice a missing battery cover, but I have that too, along with a full set of tools, jack and first aid kit.

Many thanks for your interest.

Regards

Joël