1980 BMW 323i
French vehicle registration certificate
Chassis No. 7228084
- Originally from France: known history
- Only 133,000 km on the odometer
- Engine rebuilt in 2021.
The first model in the BMW 3 Series lineup, the E21 debuted in 1975. Offered with inline four- or six-cylinder engines ranging from 1.6 to 2.3 liters in displacement, it quickly became a success, with more than 1.35 million units produced worldwide. Today, the top-of-the-line version is naturally the most sought-after: the 323i, powered by a 2.3-liter six-cylinder engine producing 143 ch. Performing well on all road types, this Bavarian car, true to the principle of “driving pleasure,” perfectly embodies the core values of the Munich-based brand.
This 1980 BMW 323i, originally from France, was delivered new to Mr. Gilles Demassez, a pharmacist in Seyssel, Haute-Savoie. Copies of its original vehicle registration certificate and its temporary registration certificate issued at the time of purchase are still included in the file. Its second owner, Mr. Ranc, drove it for a few years before taking it off the road around 1997. It did not return to the road until 2017, after nearly twenty years of inactivity.
Our example features several amenities, including a car radio, a heated rear window, a tachometer, and front headrests. The body and upholstery are currently in good condition. Its Hennarot paint color, particularly sought after by collectors, gives it a look characteristic of that era. The upholstery, meanwhile, has retained its original configuration. The suspension, braking system, and undercarriage are also in good condition.
In 2021, before it joined its current collection, the engine underwent a complete overhaul performed by the 2B Automobile workshop. The work included, notably, the replacement of the pistons, machining of the engine block, and lapping of the valve seats and valves, for a total cost of €9,200. At the time of this catalog’s publication, this 323i has 132,769 km on the odometer. This mileage is confirmed by its Histovec report.
As the first 3 Series to feature an inline-six engine, the BMW 323i E21 laid the groundwork for a mechanical and stylistic formula that would permanently shape the identity of the brand’s compact sedans. It remains one of the most iconic representatives of that first generation.
1980 BMW 323i E21
French vehicle registration document
Chassis No. 7228084
- Originally French: known history
- Only 133,000 km on the odometer
- Engine overhauled in 2021.
The first model in the BMW 3 Series lineup, the E21 was launched in 1975. Available with four- or six-cylinder inline engines ranging from 1.6 to 2.3 liters in displacement, it quickly became a success, with over 1.35 million units produced worldwide. Today, the top-of-the-line version is naturally the most sought-after: the 323i, powered by its 2.3-liter six-cylinder engine producing 143 ch. A capable performer on all types of roads, this Bavarian car, true to the principle of “driving pleasure,” perfectly embodies the core values of the Munich-based brand.
This 1980 BMW 323i, originally from France, was delivered new to Mr. Gilles Demassez, a chemist in Seyssel, Haute-Savoie. Copies of its first vehicle registration document and its provisional registration certificate, issued at the time of purchase, are still included in the file. Its second owner, Mr. Ranc, used it for a few years before taking it off the road around 1997. It did not return to the road until 2017, after nearly twenty years of inactivity.
This particular vehicle features several amenities, including a car radio, a heated rear window, a tachometer, and front headrests. The bodywork and upholstery are currently in good condition. Its Hennarot color, particularly sought after by collectors, gives it a look characteristic of that era. The upholstery, meanwhile, has retained its original configuration. The drivetrain, braking system, and undercarriage are also in good condition.
In 2021, before it joined its current collection, the engine underwent a complete overhaul performed by the 2B Automobile workshop. The work included, in particular, the replacement of the pistons, the machining of the engine block, and the lapping of the valve seats and valves, at a total cost of €9,200. At the time of writing this catalog, this 323i has 132,769 km on the odometer. This mileage is confirmed by its Histovec report.
As the first 3 Series to feature an inline six-cylinder engine, the BMW 323i E21 laid the foundation for a mechanical and stylistic formula that would go on to shape the identity of the brand’s compact sedans for years to come.