Because at the tail end of 2012, bmw announced the 3series coupe would be no more, and taking its place would be the new 4. Your definitive 198294 bmw e30 3 series buyers guide. The e30 has been called an icon and is now a classic. Buy manual bmw classic cars and get the best deals.
Instead, baur made another 14,426 e30 3series convertibles including 114 allwheel drive ix models. We scoured the motorsport history books and decided that these are the 25 greatest racing liveries of all time. A stunning, and extremely rare, genuine bmw e30 318is baur convertible with the. Exterior appearance items are also covered, as are maximum wheel and tire sizes for the entire family of 3series e30 bmws. Before the factory e30 fully convertible 1985 classic was presented. Even though bmw now had its own e36 convertible, e36 baur tc4 conversions were still. Coming with a partial history file, this lots condition scores an impressive 118.
Oct 04, 2010 this 1984 bmw 318i coupe is one of the unique european models which were converted by the baur coach works in germany to a complete targa top car with the full approval of the bmw factory. The bmw e30 is the second generation of bmws 3series range, produced from 1982 1994. They have built bmw convertibles since 1937, starting with the 320 and 327 models. Bmw e30 323i tc baur cabriolet 1984 drew pritchard classics. E21 fans club, italy tons of info in italian, use a bing translator. Teac 2 rear spoiler mono wheel will need some tlc and some work on front end 079326812 year 1990. A truly superb car that really stands out in a crowd. Wherever you looked, the new model embodied progress and diversity. Karosserie baur news newspapers books scholar jstor march 2015 learn how and. Bmw e30 cars are not exactly rare, and im no fan of m3inspired bodykits, but this car made me look twice. Many of you know the e30 succeeded the first e21 3series back in 82. Nov 14, 2014 instead, baur made another 14,426 e30 3series convertibles including 114 allwheel drive ix models. It has the usual dings and dents for a 30year old car.
Bmw started making their own around 1987, and the baur. The model range included coupe and convertible body styles, as well as being the first 3 series to be produced in sedan and wagonestate body styles. Read bmw e30 3 series restoration guide by andrew everett for free with a 30 day free trial. The baur was a factory authorized cabrio version built by baur, a coachbuilder in stuttgart germany that had been building bmw convertibles since the 1930s. Perhaps the most unusual e30 body style is the baur convertible. The open versions of the e21 chassis manufactured by bmw were limited to a factory fitted sunroof. Theres something about the car that is appealing to a broad range of. The e30 3series was produced as four and two door often referred to as a coupe saloons, twodoor convertible the m3 cabriolet was only offered for the european market, cabriolet by baur and fivedoor estate marketed as the touring a widened version of the e30 front suspension and the drivetrain from the e30 325i were used in the bmw z1 roadster.
Despite the introduction of the official e30 cabriolet in 1987, bmws long history with baur meant that the tc2 conversion was still available as an option for saloon models for the entirety of production, finishing in 1991. Despite the introduction of the official e30 cabriolet in 1987, bmws long history with baur meant that the tc2 conversion was still available as. All bmw e30 models have their vin stamped on the passenger side of the firewall below the cowl vents and wipers, while u. Used bmw e30 3 series 8294 cars for sale pistonheads. Bmw e30 ein kommender klassiker oldtimerveranstaltungen. They enjoy an excellent reputation for quality and do prototype work for many manufacturers such as porsche, audi and ford the baur family received a patent for the design of a folding.
You could have a coupe, convertible, sedan or even a touring model if you wanted to. Bmw e21 3206 baur tc1 baur is a karosserie or coachbuilder in stuttgart, germany, which has been building bmw convertibles since the 1930s. Bmw e30 club 1988 bmw 320i e30 baur cabriolet drive. Because at the tail end of 2012, bmw announced the 3series coupe would be. Bmw e30 318i manual service history been garaged from 96. See 3 results for bmw e30 baur convertible at the best prices, with the cheapest used car starting from. This baur bmw e30 convertible is now a v8 pickup truck. The rollbar version or top cabrio tc continued with the e30 tc2 even after baur developed the bmw e30 convertible design for bmw, and which bmw built.
The ideal solution for the classic bmw enthusiast with a family, we are confident there are few e30 touring models available today with this combination of low mileage and condition. This is an electronic version of the official service manual. Then there was the baur tc3 of 1987, which was stopped by the production of the bmw z1. Read unlimited books and audiobooks on the web, ipad, iphone and android. Karosserie baur or baur coachbuilder of stuttgart, germany. The book has a photo of the fourdoor e36 baur but no production.
With clean sporty looks, spirited performance and competent handling and braking, the e30 3series is seen as a cool alternative to the popular japanese models that are beginning to lose some of their gloss in the eyes of young drivers. Jun 08, 2017 available at motorcar studio, atlanta. Currently, they are the body and assembly works for ivm automotive, a member the ed group. I have since changed the wheels, installed the clear turn signal lenses, and i am in the process of installing a new cabriolet roof.
Available in two and fourdoor versions, you might even find a rare baur cabriolet but they are not worth. Its a baur topcabriolet, the coachbuilt convertible that preceded bmw s own droptop. Baur is a karosserie or coachbuilder in stuttgart, germany, which has been building bmw. It contains information relevant to all sorts of maintenance procedures. Sport interior strut brace custom exhaust 3 borbet wheels 1 damaged. This book is a valuable addition to every bmw owners library. Enter your email address to receive alerts when we have new listings available for bmw e30 baur for sale. Today, the e30 retains its cult status, primarily as the first bmw m3 was. Todays nice price or crack pipe top cabrio 2 is one of the models second. Oct 20, 2009 baur was the company that built convertibles for bmw back in the 30s. Enter your email address to receive alerts when we have new listings available for bmw e30 baur. May 21, 2019 perhaps the most unusual e30 body style is the baur convertible. For many years the e30 has been the classic of choice for those with a more enthusiastic driving style, especially the.
Sep 17, 2014 most people know that bmws e30 3 series models were built in a lot of body styles for that time. Find great deals on ebay for e30 baur and bmw e30 baur. Baur professionally converted bmw cars to cabrios, and did so for the 2002, the e21 and the e30. Over the years many other manufactures looked at the 3 series for ideas and style. For many, the generation of bmw 3series built from 1982 until 1994identified by enthusiasts with the cars chassis code, e30represent the ultimate ultimate driving machine. Bmw 3 series e30 convertible soft top 19871993 325i, 320i, 318i m3 black twill vinyl. This car runs and drives great and gets up to 30 mpg. Built early on in the vehicles run by thirdparty karosserie baur before the actual droptop 3 series appeared on the scene, it was never officially sold in the united states but frequently found its way there via greymarket importers. Baur stuttgart, karosserie baur, bmw 2002 baur book, baurbmw. This book offers current and future owners a wealth of important information, including a buyers guide, yearbyyear upgrades and changes, and more. Baur was founded in 1910 and has built cabriolets since 1927. Before bmw chopped the top off the e30 for reals, karroserie baur made some into nice framedwindow targas. Media in category bmw baur topcabriolet 2 the following 22 files are in this category, out of 22 total. Crisp handling coupled with driveroriented ergonomics and timeless looks make even the economyminded eta model a joy to drive.
This rare unique red bmw 323i baur convertible has a full service history available. Bmw e30 baur 320i cabriolet convertible 6 cyl 1985. First came the e30, then e36, then e46, and finally e92. Production history initial release 1982 externally, the appearance is very similar to the e21 predecessor, however there are various detail changes in styling to the e30. The idea behind baur if you want to convert a car to cabrio, you face several problems. So the two teamed up to make a convertible 3series with only one little problem. The baur targaconvertible bmw 323i was built for the european market only, with a total of 1,152 examples produced. This material, original to certain camaro, bmw, mustang, and vw. The opel kadett c aero was produced from 1976 to 1978, with a baur top.
The history file includes the original service book containing various stamps from 1988 to 1995, mots issued in belfast dating between 1994 and 2018, a few receipts. Most people know that bmws e30 3 series models were built in a lot of body styles for that time. Hpi clear 4 owners from new mileage 111k will need a service. The 3series e30 is the swiss army knife of classic motoring. May 09, 2014 first came the e30, then e36, then e46, and finally e92. This 1984 bmw 318i coupe is one of the unique european models which were converted by the baur coach works in germany to a complete targa top car with the full approval of the bmw factory. Used bmw e30 3 series 8294 cars for sale with pistonheads. This month we look into the history and production of the softtop 02s and talk to michael oben who describes life with his unusual late model 2002 baur targa words and photography. On 7 march 1966 bmws ceo, gerhard wilcke, celebrated the companys 50th anniversary by introducing a smart new twodoor coupe to appreciative.
Find great deals on ebay for baur bmw and bmw alpina. Oct 20, 2016 this month we look into the history and production of the softtop 02s and talk to michael oben who describes life with his unusual late model 2002 baur targa words and photography. It was powered by fourcylinder petrol, sixcylinder petrol and sixcylinder diesel engines, the latter a first for the 3 series. The bmw e30 was produced from 1982 to 1994 and was the first 3series to be produced in estate as well as sedan styles. A 1985 bmw e30 320i baur tc targa convertible in immaculate condition and very low. Hi i am selling my 1988 bmw 320i manual convertible 110. That convertible came courtesy of a stuttgartbased coachbuilder named baur, who had a long history with bmw and apparently saw the market for a bmw convertible before bmw did. It came in four body styles sedan, coupe, wagon and convertible. No reserve ebay auction ending monday, june 19th, 2017. Baur is a karosserie or coachbuilder in stuttgart, germany, which has been building bmw convertibles since the 1930s. The car has benefited from an oil service and cambelt, new front tyres and new exhaust, reinstating the original dealerfit stereo and new bmw security wheel bolts. Baur was the company that built convertibles for bmw back in the 30s. Your definitive 198294 bmw e30 3 series buyers guide hagerty. Originally an aftermarket option available through bmw dealers, the e21 3 series tc1 was built with full factory authorization, and covered under the factory warranty.
But for those interested in the historical aspects of automotive history, the baur has a place as a. The bmw e30 is the second generation of bmw 3 series, which was in series production from october 1982 to 1994 and replaced the e21 3 series at the end of november 1982. Despite the introduction of the official e30 cabriolet in 1987, bmw s long history with baur meant that the tc2 conversion was still available as an option for saloon models for the entirety of production, finishing in 1991. History the bmw e30 has been a yardstick right from the start. Bmw e30 323i tc baur cabriolet 1984 drew pritchard. It later patented the design of the folding roof bmw first used on the 2002 and later on the e30 top cabrio baur edition. Hemmings find of the day 1984 bmw 318i hemmings daily. However, bmw made a deal with karosserie baur gmbh in stuttgart, germany. It was a convertible, but were those doorframes i saw.
The e30 3series was available in coupe, 4door saloon, convertible and touring estate form. Baur this page is dedicated to baur models of the e21 3 series. If the number of fresh faces ive recently seen driving bmws early 3series is a reliable guide the e30 has to be one of the coolest drives in town. The car was imported to california by dietel enterprises.
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