Number of cylinders: 6
Service history: Present
Number of owners: 1

BMW 3 Series 320 E21, Resedagrün Metallic | 64,315 km | As New

Picture yourself behind the wheel of a car that started it all. The name BMW 3 Series is today synonymous with sporting elegance, but the foundation of this success was laid by the legendary BMW when it introduced the E21 in 1975. The BMW 3 Series was the direct successor to the iconic 02 range and marked the beginning of a new standard in the segment of compact premium sports saloons.

The BMW 320 E21 from 1979 represents the pure essence of the brand in the 1970s: rear-wheel drive, perfect weight distribution and a driver-focused cockpit. In an era when the driving experience was not yet filtered through electronic aids, the 320 offered a mechanical, honest way of getting from A to B. The characterful four-cylinder petrol engine, paired with a manual gearbox, turned every journey into a direct dialogue between man and machine.

The E21 was, moreover, the first 3 Series with the now iconic driver-oriented dashboard, a design philosophy to which BMW has remained faithful to this very day. This made the 3 Series not just a sales success, but also a blueprint for generations of sporting saloons.

This particular BMW 320 E21 from August 1979, originally supplied in Germany, still fully breathes the atmosphere of that period. The elegant colour Resedagrün Metallic underlines the character of the car: stylish, timeless and distinctive. Combined with the green cloth interior, this forms an authentic and particularly tasteful configuration.

An exceptionally original BMW 320 E21 in as-new condition

What makes this BMW 3 Series 320 E21 truly unique is the exceptional state of preservation. With just 64,315 kilometres on the clock, this classic is in as-new condition, a rarity for a car well over 45 years old.

Key points that make this car a true collector's item:
• A beautifully preserved body with no notable signs of use.
• A fresh and crisp cloth interior that has visibly weathered the ravages of time.
• Original in specification, without disruptive modifications or later alterations.

The paintwork in Resedagrün Metallic still has its deep gloss and underlines the crisp lines of the E21 body. The chrome presents itself bright and well cared for, while the interior breathes the authentic BMW atmosphere of the late 1970s.

The manual gearbox shifts exactly as it should: mechanical, direct and involving. This is driving as BMW once intended it, pure, unfiltered and full of character.

The BMW 320 E21 as collector's item and investment

Within the world of classic BMWs, the first generation 3 Series is taking an ever more prominent place. The E21 is the original form of what grew into BMW's most successful model line ever. Original, untouched examples with low mileage are becoming scarce.

This BMW 320 E21:
• Comes from Germany (country of first registration).
• Has a low, verifiable mileage.
• Is in exceptionally original condition.
• Offers sought-after options such as a sunroof.
For the enthusiast, collector or investor, this is a unique opportunity to acquire a particularly pure example.

The E21 is the forgotten hero of BMW history. While the E30 gets all the attention and prices of 2002s are going through the roof, the first 3 Series stays under the radar. For now. Because anyone paying attention can see that appreciation is growing. And rightly so. This is the car that laid the foundation for everything BMW became afterwards. Without the E21 there is no E30, no E36, no current 3 Series. This is where it all began.

Some cars you buy because you need them. This one you buy because you understand what it means.
You are most welcome in our showroom in Katwijk.

Special features

• Resedagrün Metallic exterior
• Cloth interior
• Manual gearbox
• Original sunroof
• Low mileage (64,267 km)
• Originally supplied in Germany
• Very original condition
• Excellently preserved collector's item

Hand still on the gear lever and the window cracked open,
Nick Slinger

STEP 2 IN SHOWROOM | HooG Selections

The BMW 3-Serie 1979 is now in our showroom in Katwijk - € 29.950. The full presentation is complete: the cover is off and the car can be viewed right away.

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✔ Over 75 professional photos
✔ Fully scanned service history
✔ Official Carfax vehicle report
✔ Paint thickness report per body panel
✔ Complete original documentation

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