13th May, 2023 13:00
An Auction of Classic and Performance Cars and Motorcycles
1993 BMW 318i Cabriolet
Desirable Manual gearbox, complete with hard top
Registration - L220 XLM
Chassis No. - WBABA52050EJ36236
M.O.T. - October 2023
Odometer - 76,500
This smartly-presented BMW offers the best of all worlds by coming with both hard and soft tops. Its silver bodywork is complemented by black leather interior trim and BMW alloy wheels shod with Michelin tyres. The 11-keeper car has remained within the same ownership for the last nine years and the vendor these days views the four-cylinder engine and five-speed manual gearbox as being in ‘excellent’ condition and classes the convertible bodywork, paintwork and upholstery as ‘good’. He is now offering the cabriolet for sale complete with a brand new battery, Kenwood radio/CD player, immobiliser, original tools and a history file containing a selection of invoices and old MOTs etc, plus a current certificate valid to October 10. The odometer currently stands at 73,548.
Now in its seventh generation, BMW’s 3 Series is an automotive phenomenon and unique among the world’s executive expresses. Since succeeding the 2002 model in 1975, it has generally accounted for 30 per cent of the company’s annual car sales, is the bestselling car in its class, almost as well known in America, Asia and Australia as it is in Europe, and has frequently outsold much cheaper rivals. The model’s second incarnation, the E30, took to the roads in 1982. During its 10-year production run it could be purchased in no less than five body styles – two and four-door saloon, five-door Touring and two-door convertible. Temporarily dropped in 1985, the 318i reappeared in 1987 sporting a new SOHC powerplant. Suspension was independent all round by MacPherson struts, lower wishbones and coil springs at the front and semi-trailing arms and coil springs at the rear. Steering was by rack and pinion.
In summary:
- A well-presented 11-keeper, 73,548-mile example
- Equipped with both hard and soft tops
- Comes complete with new battery, big history file and current MOT
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Sold for £4,725
(Inclusive of Buyer's Premium)
Registration - L220 XLM
Chassis No. - WBABA52050EJ36236
M.O.T. - October 2023
Odometer - 76,500
This smartly-presented BMW offers the best of all worlds by coming with both hard and soft tops. Its silver bodywork is complemented by black leather interior trim and BMW alloy wheels shod with Michelin tyres. The 11-keeper car has remained within the same ownership for the last nine years and the vendor these days views the four-cylinder engine and five-speed manual gearbox as being in ‘excellent’ condition and classes the convertible bodywork, paintwork and upholstery as ‘good’. He is now offering the cabriolet for sale complete with a brand new battery, Kenwood radio/CD player, immobiliser, original tools and a history file containing a selection of invoices and old MOTs etc, plus a current certificate valid to October 10. The odometer currently stands at 73,548.
Now in its seventh generation, BMW’s 3 Series is an automotive phenomenon and unique among the world’s executive expresses. Since succeeding the 2002 model in 1975, it has generally accounted for 30 per cent of the company’s annual car sales, is the bestselling car in its class, almost as well known in America, Asia and Australia as it is in Europe, and has frequently outsold much cheaper rivals. The model’s second incarnation, the E30, took to the roads in 1982. During its 10-year production run it could be purchased in no less than five body styles – two and four-door saloon, five-door Touring and two-door convertible. Temporarily dropped in 1985, the 318i reappeared in 1987 sporting a new SOHC powerplant. Suspension was independent all round by MacPherson struts, lower wishbones and coil springs at the front and semi-trailing arms and coil springs at the rear. Steering was by rack and pinion.
In summary:
- A well-presented 11-keeper, 73,548-mile example
- Equipped with both hard and soft tops
- Comes complete with new battery, big history file and current MOT
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Auction: An Auction of Classic and Performance Cars and Motorcycles, 13th May, 2023
Our May auction of classic, modern classic and prestige cars and motorbikes will take place at Mavericks in Holywell, North Wales (half an hour’s drive from Chester).
There will be free parking for auction attendees.
Entries are now being invited, and sellers will benefit from Hampson’s unique offering of zero sellers commission for physical auctions, meaning that vendors keep 100% of the hammer price achieved for their vehicles.
If you wish to consign your vehicle to this auction, you can request a valuation here or by calling one of the Hampson Auctions team on 01606 828124
Viewing Days:
Friday 12th May 2pm - 7pm
Saturday 13th May 9am - 1pm
Fill in the form below and one of our team will get in touch with a no-obligation valuation. We will also take you through the consignment and valuation process, to enable you to make an informed decision.
If you prefer to contact us directly please call 01606 828 124 or email info@hampsonauctions.com
