3 Series

Model Overview

The BMW 3 Series is a compact executive car manufactured by the German automaker BMW since May 1975. Successor to the BMW New Class, it has been produced in six different generations and in five different body styles. It is BMW’s best-selling model, accounting for around 30% of the BMW brand’s annual total sales (excluding motorbikes).
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BMW released its E21 in the wake of the 1973 oil crisis, nearly doubling BMW’s worldwide auto sales figures in three years. The 3 Series has also maintained BMW’s racing heritage. The M version of the 3 Series, M3, debuted in 1988.

There have been six generations; their respective chassis codes are:

BMW E21 – (1975–1983) 3 Series

BMW E30 – (1983–1991) 3 Series

BMW E36 – (1991–2000) 3 Series

BMW E46 – (1999–2006) 3 Series

BMW E90 – (2005–2011/EUR, 2006–2011/US) 3 Series saloon

BMW E91 – (2005–2011/EUR, 2006–2011/US) 3 Series Touring (Sports Wagon)

BMW E92 – (2007–2011) 3 Series Coupé

BMW E93 – (2007–2013) 3 Series Convertible

BMW F30 – (2012–) 3 Series saloon

BMW F31 – (2012–) 3 Series Touring (Sports Wagon)

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3 Series Classifieds

Welcome to the BMW Car Club GB classifieds. Whether you are looking to buy or sell a new or used BMW, parts or collectibles, the classifieds can cater for your requirements. We offer automobiles from both like minded enthusiasts who have lovingly cared for and enjoyed their BMW’s as well as those selected by our club’s team of experts. With almost 5,000 members in the club, adverts will have huge reach for sellers and variety for those buying.
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1999 318i Blue 69,500 miles SPARES OR REPAIR

1999 318i Blue 69,500 miles SPARES OR REPAIR

Genuine 2 owners and 69,500 miles from new. Requires Air Flow Monitor repair. Drivers door window inoperative. Reversing sensors faulty.…
28/10/2021
Herforshire
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Price: £375.00
Classic Car! 1990 BMW 318i Must be seen

Classic Car! 1990 BMW 318i Must be seen

1990 2 door 318i Auto. Reliable car, used daily. Lots of service history. Good clean condition. Low millage, smoke and…
19/10/2021
London
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Price: £6,700.00
2000 - 328iA Convertible, Individual Paint / Leather / Hood - 56k - FSH

2000 - 328iA Convertible, Individual Paint / Leather / Hood - 56k - FSH

2000 BMW E36 328iA M Sport Auto Cabriolet Individual 56,600 miles BMW Individual Romantic Red Metallic (Option 490) with matching…
18/10/2021
Norfolk
Total views: 31
Price: £12,200.00
BMW E46 3 SERIES 325 M SPORT MANUAL SALOON

BMW E46 3 SERIES 325 M SPORT MANUAL SALOON

BMW E46 3 SERIES 325 M SPORT MANUAL SALOON ONLY 89560 MILES Owned since OCT 2019 Reluctant sale. Reason for…
13/10/2021
Leicestershire
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Price: £3,750.00
1990 E30 316i. Entirely original E30, 30k miles, 2 owners. Must be seen.

1990 E30 316i. Entirely original E30, 30k miles, 2 owners. Must be seen.

If you are looking for an original, immaculate, untouched, unrestored and low mileage E30, this is the car for you.…
10/10/2021
Northamptonshire
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Price: £14,995.00
2002 E46 330ci, Individual Estoril Blue ,170k , AC Schnitzer kit. M Sport. Road/Track car.

2002 E46 330ci, Individual Estoril Blue ,170k , AC Schnitzer kit. M Sport. Road/Track car.

PREPARED TRACK CAR. Track prepared with mild re-map. ACSchnitzer body/suspension kit, MSport trim Ideal entry level for track days or…
08/10/2021
North Yorkshire
Total views: 57
Price: £2,500.00

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Katie Littler
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