91 BMW E30 318is TC Baur Convertible

[brendanbellis1]

Hi - I've inherited UK based RHD 91 E30 318is TC Baur Covertible [M42Engine]- They seem quite rare! Does anyone know how many are around/produced and the rough value? Very grateful.
Red, new M42 Engine, Hood and body work great, no marks or dents....runs like new...surprisingly quick [very]!

[JohnZ3MC]

This thread appeared at Detailing World (UK) recently and might help a bit.
http://www.detailingworld.co.uk/foru...light=bmw+baur

The initial pictures seem to have been removed/moved but the OP could be contacted for more info. Near the end he mentions he's putting it on Ebay (again the UK version) and it may be listed even now.

I saw the pictures and it was spectacular.
-John C.

[brendanbellis1]

Thanks John.
Let's see what comes back - surprisingly little Internet information in general circulation about this cari!

[JohnZ3MC]

Thanks John.
Let's see what comes back - surprisingly little Internet information in general circulation about this cari!

You're very welcome.
There's a Wikipedia link early in the thread that gives a little info about the coachbuilding Baur family.
I'm thinking you have a rare treasure there. Any pics?
-John C.

[Baur]

98 318iS Baur TC build, of which 29 RHD.

Gr Jeroen

[brendanbellis1]

Thanks guys - no idea it's that rare - will stop carry the dog in it! Lucky - it's been stored in a barn at the the top of Scotland for 6 years! Engine seized but everything else fantastic...new M42 engine and now runs like new - really pleased with it!
I'll get some photos uploaded when I get home [away on business].
Anyone got anything more on the model would be so much appreciated.
Brendan

[brendanbellis1]

All - I've dusted off the pair of E30 318is' from the barn, had them fully serviced, new batteries, full bottom wax!! Both started first time and passed MoT without a glitch!! Great cars!!

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I can't seem to load any photos on the forum here [not too sure why!] but I have some if there's interest. Brendan

[JohnZ3MC]

All - I've dusted off the pair of E30 318is' from the barn, had them fully serviced, new batteries, full bottom wax!! Both started first time and passed MoT without a glitch!! Great cars!!

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I can't seem to load any photos on the forum here [not too sure why!] but I have some if there's interest. Brendan

After all this time you can't keep us in suspense Brendan.

Maybe post the pics on some sort of free web storage site and post the link to the pics here. That'd be a workaround.
I've used photobucket in the past and it worked well.

[brendanbellis1]

Sorry John.....forgot all about the forum and post...!! Car have been in the garage for 4 years!
Photos on links below [I hope]!!
http://i1298.photobucket.com/albums/...psdicfsifx.jpg
http://i1298.photobucket.com/albums/...psuvooab2r.jpg

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Thanks for all the help and info on these! I still haven't seen any others around, have you!? Sorry it took so damned long........
I'll get a couple more shots over the weekend if the weather's up to it!

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One more:
http://i1298.photobucket.com/albums/ag46/brendanbellis1/car5_zpspst8bkeq.jpg

[brendanbellis1]

One more:
http://i1298.photobucket.com/albums/...pspst8bkeq.jpg

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Thanks John. Sorry for delay but completely forgot about the forum!! Typical with me and IT!?
Couple of photos but realised the black car is in shadow! Will get another one next good weather day!
http://i1298.photobucket.com/albums/ag46/brendanbellis1/car8_zpsdicfsifx.jpg
http://i1298.photobucket.com/albums/ag46/brendanbellis1/car4_zpsuvooab2r.jpg
Appreciated your info previously...thanks! I've still yet to come across any others...!!??

[Nickyg]

I also have 318is baur . Owned for 21 years . Any idea what it's worth

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[Rix313]

I also have 318is baur . Owned for 21 years . Any idea what it's worth

Love a good 4 year old since last post thread revival. I myself have just picked up a 318iS Baur and am trying to put together a register for them. I have Brendans (although I believe he has sold them given the recent car and classic adverts). NickyG would you mind PM'ing me if you see this? Be great to know if you still have yours or if not where it went?