This 1990 BMW 325is was purchased by the seller approximately 8-months ago and now shows 96k miles. The gray leather interior features adjustable sport seats, and a recently installed MTech1 steering wheel. The unmodified 2.5 liter inline-six is mated to a 4-speed automatic transmission providing power to an LSD rear. Recent maintenance includes a timing belt service, new alternator and fresh brakes. A ZHP steering rack has been installed in place of the original unit and the car sits on a set of adjustable CA-Tuned coilovers. It is now being offered with a clean Carfax, receipts from service, and a California title in the seller’s name.

Evidence of a re-spray in the original Silver Metallic (244) is present on the exterior and the seller notes that the finish looks presentable. Some small chips and flaws have been highlighted in the gallery below.

In 1989 the North American cars were given a sleeker replacement for the aluminum anodized bumpers, which came in the form of smaller and tighter-fitting plastic units. A small crack is indicated on the impact strip of the rear bumper.

A full set of five 14″ basketweave wheels are included with the sale and the seller notes that they are free of any major rash or damage.

Aside from one small crack in the passenger side recess, the dashboard is said remain free of any major sun damage or distortion. Options from the factory include a map-light rearview mirror and the seller added an M-Tech1 steering wheel in September of last year. The air-conditioning is said to blow cold and the driver side window switch periodically sticks. The central locking system is fully functional and included with the sale are two keys and a Clifford keyless-entry fob.

The gray leather interior remains original and the adjustable factory sport seats are said to operate freely, although some cracks and wear are visible on the bolsters. The original gray carpet is said to be in overall good condition, but the included Coco mats have stains and show some wear.

The original M20B25 engine remains unmodified and received a new timing belt, cam seal, tensioner, water pump and thermostat approximately 300 miles ago. A remanufactured alternator was installed in February, along with a new accessory belt tensioner and battery. A small stutter is periodically present at idle, but the seller notes that the engine pulls well. The engine compartment has not been detailed, but is free of any excessive fluid residue or major corrosion, and the yellow seen on the castings is likely older Wurth protective wax. The seller originally had intensions to perform a manual swap, but was generally impressed by the automatic transmission, noting that it shifts precisely.

Adjustable CA-Tuned coilovers were installed by the previous owner and last September the seller serviced the brakes with the installation of new Brembo rotors, Hawk pads and brake-wear indicators. Additionally, the seller replaced the original steering rack with an E46 ZHP unit, which features a 13.7:1 ratio versus the original 20.5:1.

The included Carfax shows some routine maintenance and no prior accidents. Included with the sale are a number of receipts from service performed by the seller and previous owner. Sold new in California, this 325is came to New York in 2000 and returned to Southern California in 2009.