September 16, 2010

The BMW 3 Series (E30) Convertible

The E30 was first introduced in 1982, and the last one left the Bavarian factory in 1994. The best known model from this era is undoubtedly the original autobahn-storming M3, but as far as bang for your buck is concerned, I think the 325i Convertible can't be beat. The 325i was pretty fast, rolling to 60mph in sub 7 seconds and given it's simple preppy aesthetic, I predict a resurgence in popularity.

Gertrude here seems pretty pumped and I don't blame her. You can easily find a decent one for sub $7k, and if it's a little rough around the edges, who cares? It makes the perfect summer beach wheels- oh, your bathing suit is still wet? Hop on in. The more sand the better, I say.
It's maybe a long shot to say that this model will go up in value the same way the earlier 2002 did but if it does, I totally called it.

This '87 from the UK only has 65k miles, is in excellent shape, and is priced at under £4k- call it $6k on these shores:

Easy. Slap on a pinstripe down the side and a monogram if you're bold....  and maybe only wear tennis whites.

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