BMW 320 (E21)

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Insider tip – E21 four-cylinder
– 2.0L four-cylinder engine, 80 kW (109 hp) with manual transmission
– First registration in Sweden
– Imported and registered in 2015
– 1 vehicle owner, 2017 deregistered and stored in collection
– Speedometer reading plausible according to Swedish “TÜV” certificates
– Headlight cleaning system, original BMW alloy wheels
– Starter battery, spark plugs, V-belt, brake hoses VA u. HA, ignition contacts renewed,
WAPU?, oil change engine and gearbox, oil filter renewed
– German H-approval
Maintained original condition with minor signs of aging

In June 1975, the first generation of the new BMW 3 Series (E21) was unveiled to the attending press at the Olympic Stadium in Munich. It then premiered to the general public at the Frankfurt Motor Show that same year in the 316, 318, 320 and 320i versions, all of which were offered with the M10 four-cylinder engines. This engine also served as the basis for the successful turbocharged engine in Formula 1. Only the engine with the “i” in the model designation was equipped with intake manifold injection (injection). The design for the E21 series was created by Paul Bracq, who had previously designed the dash 8 at Mercedes. By dispensing with lavish chrome ornamentation, replacing it with “matte black,” and stylistic gimmicks, the result was a timeless classic. The new 3 Series was offered only as a 2-door model and featured the so-called “shark nose” in the front design. The 320s were equipped with twin headlights, the others had only two round headlights. The interior was dominated by the dashboard facing the driver at an angle. Unlike many competitors, the chassis featured a modern McPherson front axle and a semi-trailing arm rear axle. The new production facilities at the Munich plant allowed for customized production.

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