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1982 BMW 3 Series 316 (E30) Coupe
1982 BMW 3 Series 316 (E30) Coupe, in muted grey-purple. The 316i Sport was a 1991 UK model; 1982 316 used a carburetor and 1.8L M10 engine.
Muted grey-purple · Satin / Semi-Gloss
Graphite · Cloth / Fabric
This car
PaintMuted grey-purple · Satin / Semi-Gloss
InteriorGraphite · Cloth / Fabric
Production
Years produced1982–1987
Units madeapprox. 293,107 (all E30 316 carburetor models)
Where builtMunich, Germany
Body styles2-door coupe
Engine
EngineBMW M10 inline-4
Displacement1,766 cc
Cylinders4
Valves8
AspirationPierburg 2BE Carburetor
Power89 bhp (90 PS) @ 5,500 rpm
Torque103 lb ft (140 Nm) @ 4,000 rpm
FuelPetrol
Drivetrain & performance
Gearbox4-speed manual
Wheel driveRear-wheel drive
LayoutFront-engine, Rear-wheel drive
Top speed109 mph (175 km/h)
0–62 mph12.4 seconds
0–60 mph12.1 seconds
Economy (combined)31.4 mpg (9.0 L/100km)
Chassis & dimensions
Brakes — frontsolid discs (260 mm)
Brakes — rearDrums (200 mm)
Wheels14-inch steel
Tyres175/70 R14
SuspensionMacPherson struts (F), Semi-trailing arms (R)
Kerb weight990 kg
Drag coefficient0.38 Cd
Length4,325 mm
Width1,645 mm
Height1,380 mm
Wheelbase2,570 mm
Pricing
Price new (1982)£5,950 · Not sold in the US
Estimated value now£6,500 – £14,000
In dollars$8,500 – $18,000
+72% vs new, at the midpoint. Values as at 1 November 2026. Basis: UK specialist listings and E30 market trends.
The 316i Sport was a 1991 UK model; 1982 316 used a carburetor and 1.8L M10 engine.
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