1991 BMW 3 Series Review
Price Estimate: $4,318 - $6,997
BMW 3 Series model years
BMW 3 Series types
- Sedan
- Coupe
- Convertible
Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
What’s new
In an effort to make 3 Series ownership more affordable, BMW adds four-cylinder versions of the sedan, coupe and convertible to the lineup -- these models take the name "318." Output is rated at 134 horsepower, and a five-speed manual is the only transmission choice. Standard equipment on these cars includes antilock brakes, a driver-side front airbag, air conditioning, a cassette player and power windows, mirrors and locks. A limited-slip differential is optional, as is a sunroof on the coupe and sedan. Meanwhile, the 325i convertible now comes with a power-operated top and cross-spoke alloy wheels; additionally, it gets integrated body-color bumpers and new headlights. Note that this is your last year to get your hands on a coupe or sedan of the E30 generation, as both body styles will get a full redesign for 1992.
For sale near Spartanburg, SC
3 listings
- 181,486 miles
- No accidents, 4 owners, personal use only
- 4cyl
- Cooper Autoworks (528 mi away)
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Located in Edwardsville, IL
1991 BMW 318is Sedan 182,000 Miles 1.8L Inline 4 Naturally Aspirated 5 Speed Manual Transmission Rear Wheel Drive Alpine White Paint Tan Leather Inter...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
21 Combined MPG (19 City/25 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: WBAAF9313MEE65196
Stock: E65196
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 01-31-2025- 120,659 miles
- No accidents, 5 owners, personal use only
- 6cyl
- The Internet Car Lot (885 mi away)
- Very rare hardtop
- Soft top
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Located in Omaha, NE
Check out this very nice 1991 BMW 325iC with a very rare hardtop! The hardtop is in excellent condition and is included in the sale! The car has a s...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
18 Combined MPG (15 City/22 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: WBABB2317MEC27052
Stock: C27052COCC27052
Certified Pre-Owned: No
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4.75 out of 5 starsweterb, 09/05/2005
1991 BMW 3 Series 325i 2dr Convertible
Excellent acceleration, handing, fuel economy. Sounds like a symphony as it works. A car with design depth. A 15 year old car that still is up to date and still turns heads.
My New Baby
4.88 out of 5 starsstevo, 06/11/2010
1991 BMW 3 Series 318i 2dr Convertible
I just bought this car, and in doing so I have learned a hard life's lesson. Have you car inspected before buying. I have not received the bill on repairs yet, but my trusty mechanic is ringing up some numbers and I don't expect them to be cheap. I have to over haul the entire suspension front and rear and then replace the clutch and fix a crazy amount of leaks that began after the 3 … hour drive home after purchasing plus many many more items. After all this though, I freaking LOVE this car and no amount of money will force me to part from the sexy style and classic feel. Even on bad suspension she drove like a dream. It's my first classic BMW and definitely wont be my last.
Cabrio 4 ever
4.63 out of 5 stars325i Cab, 01/30/2006
1991 BMW 3 Series 325i 2dr Convertible
I find this car fantastic, its fun to own and drive besides minor repairs it has been very reliable and not expensive to run and maintain. It still turns heads and is almost 16 years old!!! Good style BMW. The car has a split personality and will be very docile if left to its own devices but will become a beast if you demand it of it which brings me to the only thing I could do without … is the relatively flat power band until the engine speeds over 3500RPM from where it just rockets to the red line with a fantastic engine sound that just encourages you to keep your foot down. I would advise anyone interested in such a car to buy it, if in good nick, and you wont look back
Great car!
4.75 out of 5 starsgocanes14, 07/16/2009
1991 BMW 3 Series 318is 2dr Coupe
I just recently got a 318is and it is a fun little car to drive. It has almost 200,000 miles on it and needs some things like new struts, rack and pinion, timing chain. It handles pretty good and I get pretty good mpgs when I dont drive it hard.
1991 3 Series Highlights
Sedan
318i
Engine Type | Gas |
---|---|
Combined MPG | 19 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $178/month |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Safety
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original0
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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