Trade My Pristine '91 318Is For A '68-'73 2002

[AlfaBMWGuy]

I have an exceptional unmodified E30 318is with under 68,000 miles on the odometer. The combination of condition and mileage is pretty much unheard of so if you would like a time warp E30 as a daily driver or show car here is your chance. After having owned 4 E30s including an '88 M3 for a dozen years and a couple 2002s, I can say the E30 318is has earned it's cult status as a junior M3 with the spirit of the 2002/2002tii. At this time I'm interested in possible trades for a chrome bumper, round tail light 2002 or 1600. Here are the basics on my 318is:

• White over tan leatherette (vinyl) sport seats, 5-speed manual
  
• All original body panels with VIN tags and original paint in great condition, zero rust, no accidents
  
• Some scuffing to front valence panel, one or two very minor door dings, and a few inches of curb rash to one of the basketweaves keep it from being flawless
  
• Perfect interior--dealer accessory sheepskins purchased by original owner and used since new have protected the front seats
  
• Manual sunroof, ice cold A/C, original AM/FM cassette audio system
  
• 2nd owner with mileage documented via carfax
  
• Clean title in hand, adult non-smoker owned and driven exclusively
  
• Runs, drives, shifts, handles, stops beautifully
  
• All accessories, gauges, etc. work
  
• Original dealer accessories included: alarm with key fobs, sunroof wind deflector, mud flaps, etc.
  
• Well maintained, always garaged, and babied
  

I'm in southeastern Washington state and would prefer a trade in the western U.S. or Canada, although willing to consider elsewhere. Here's what I'm looking to find:

• Pre-74 1600, 2002, 2002tii (possibly post-74 with Euro bumper conversion)
  
• Manual transmission is a must
  
• No rust is a must
  
• No major needs and good running condition--I don't expect an '02 in the condition of my E30
  
• Any color combination considered
  
• Nothing substantially altered from stock appearance (e.g. flared fenders or "stanced")
  
• Tasteful modifications OK such as upgraded suspension, dual carbs
  
• First preference would be a pre-71 model in a shade of blue, green, or orange, with black or tan interior
  

Based on what I'm looking for in terms of condition it should be close to a straight across trade although a couple thousand dollars or less either direction is possible. Pictures and further information for my 318is can be supplied to those expressing interest with possible trades.

Thanks,

Gary

email contact: alfacoug@gmail.com

Year: 1991

Make: BMW

Model: 318is