1981 BMW 3 Series Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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User reviews for 1981 BMW 3 Series
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by Hannah D
Jun 29, 2010
The first car I ever bought, and one I will always regret selling. I will get another E21 as soon as I can because they're sexy, classic beemers.
Sharks nose makes it stand out, it's small but fast and likes to drift!Jun 29, 2010
by Harry B
Apr 11, 2010
Another drivable classic. This car has a 2.0 M20 6 cylinder engine, Weber 38/38 carb and a 5 speed transmission.
Not an all-out performance car, but a great car for ctuising down a country road with the top down and a cool breeze messing up your hair.Apr 11, 2010
by Konrad P
Jul 03, 2009
1050 kg with a 2700cc BMW 325e modified engine :) FUN
The Solex 4A1 carburator is a pain in the ass if it has been tampered with, but delivers enough fuel to the 6cyl 2.7 and makes a heavenly sound when the 2nd stage throttle body opens.
Fun fun fun. Requires some patience and dedication and can be a daily driver if you can source the parts and can take a fast non smooth torque engine.Jul 03, 2009
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by Hannah D
Jun 29, 2010
The first car I ever bought, and one I will always regret selling. I will get another E21 as soon as I can because they're sexy, classic beemers.
Sharks nose makes it stand out, it's small but fast and likes to drift!Jun 29, 2010
by Harry B
Apr 11, 2010
Another drivable classic. This car has a 2.0 M20 6 cylinder engine, Weber 38/38 carb and a 5 speed transmission.
Not an all-out performance car, but a great car for ctuising down a country road with the top down and a cool breeze messing up your hair.Apr 11, 2010
by Konrad P
Jul 03, 2009
1050 kg with a 2700cc BMW 325e modified engine :) FUN
The Solex 4A1 carburator is a pain in the ass if it has been tampered with, but delivers enough fuel to the 6cyl 2.7 and makes a heavenly sound when the 2nd stage throttle body opens.
Fun fun fun. Requires some patience and dedication and can be a daily driver if you can source the parts and can take a fast non smooth torque engine.Jul 03, 2009
by Tina T
Sep 22, 2008
This particular bmw doesn't hold up in speed as it once did due to abuse by previous owners. The original motor (still intact) was turbo'd, so the air intake has been hindered. Despite this, it still runs great and has no problem accelerating. It has no power steering originally installed, but handles great. I've never had to have it realigned. It's had to have minor repairs on occasion just because of its age (suspension, brakes), but nothing major. Interior is black, vinyl and like brand new. The exterior has few small pain chips, but the rest is original paint (graphite gray) and the top coat is still in great condition. White racing stripes decals have been added, with matching white wipers. The right side-view mirror is missing, it has a manual sunroof and the rims are 13's. I payed practically nothing for this car, and the mileage is fairly low. If I had it lowered a bit, I could whip around corners a little faster, but other than that, this car is a dream to drive. It's a manual and ridiculously light, so performance is no issue besides driving in a snowy climate or season.Sep 22, 2008
by Lee T
Aug 04, 2008
pretty nice car, lots more features than any 90s and older domestic car. with only a 1.8 4 banger it is a little slow, but it gets around 30mpg in town so i can't complain. it also handles really well. and being rear wheel drive it a posi it does great donuts.Aug 04, 2008
by Chris S
Jun 30, 2008
Great car, perfect handling, like a go cart.Jun 30, 2008
by Adam H
Apr 24, 2008
Weighs in at 998 kilos and has roughly 145 hp so power to weight is plenty to get 2nd and 3rd gear chirps out of the tires. The dash and interior are unique in that I've never seen a car of it's age more set up for the driver... that being said it is only set up for the driver, forget cup holders! Zis is not a living room, it is for driving. Apr 24, 2008
1981 BMW 3 Series Pricing
Original MSRP
$13,100 to $13,100Price range
N/AAverage price on CG
N/AYoY price change
N/ATrims & specs
Audio System
AM/FM radio
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
