E30 based Marlin Sportster for Sale

[martinclan56]

Hopefully will go to someone that appreciates the workmanship that went into her.

[greatoldone]

She’s up for auction now:

https://www.carandclassic.com/auctions/1986-marlin-sportster-4XjKbg

No offers outside the auction site.

[greatoldone]

[greatoldone]

I’ve now got the new V5 with her new number on it. For some reason the chaps at Swansea have issued her with ‘D183 GDL’ - no idea why, as the donor and her originally issued reg where both C plates.

[greatoldone]

Just back from getting her tested, so she has a full 12 month MOT (runs until 4th Nov 2025)

[greatoldone]

I will consider serious, sensible offers. I will not entertain silly low-ball figures, and I'm in no rush to sell - so don't be offended if I say no.

[greatoldone]

Also advertised at Car and Classic: https://www.carandclassic.com/l/C1789880

[greatoldone]

I am unfortunately offering my Sportster (Vikki) for sale due to ill health.
VikkiA45 by GOO_GreatOldOne, on Flickr

She's an E30 based car. Less than 2K miles since being put on the road. Won MOC best Sportster and Best in Show three years on the trot (2012 – 2014)
1797395_10152025287816507_7362179175433051441_n by GOO_GreatOldOne, on Flickr
2013_BIS_BS_2_small by GOO_GreatOldOne, on Flickr
IMG_0431 by GOO_GreatOldOne, on Flickr

Finished in Jaguar ‘Black Cherry’ paint with classic red / black cockpit. Custom seats with headrests and dashboard trimmed to match. Willans 3 point harnesses. Mahogany door caps and dash surround, Moto Lita wooden steering wheel.
IMG_0021 by GOO_GreatOldOne, on Flickr
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IMG_0023 by GOO_GreatOldOne, on Flickr


Starter button ignition on centre console. Custom Marlin engraved door sills. Access panel to ‘boot’ storage area behind seats.
newcentreconsole by GOO_GreatOldOne, on Flickr

Bluetooth enabled intercom system with two Peltor headsets (listen to the radio / music from your phone as you blast down the road!). Full ETB Instruments clock set (Speedo, Tach, Oil Pressure, Water Temp, Fuel, Volts)
IMG_0354 by GOO_GreatOldOne, on Flickr

Stainless steel headlights and driving lights with stone guards, cycle wing mounted indicators. High level stop lights on roll over hoop.

Fuel Injected 2.5 Litre Straight 6 (BMW M20B25). Fully rebuilt, new bearings, oil seals, gaskets etc. Uprated ECU from later BMW e30 Model. Thermostatic Facet cooling fan. Custom aluminium header tank with sight glass, matching washer bottle from same tank fabricator. New alternator and starter recently finished
IMG_0024 by GOO_GreatOldOne, on Flickr

Chromed dual brake booster for extra stopping power, EBC pads on all calipers (disks on all 4 wheels)
servo1 by GOO_GreatOldOne, on Flickr

Full BMW running gear – 5 speed manual Getrag box, Limited slip diff.

Marlin supplied full stainless steel side pipe exhaust system

Image Wheels D.B.W 16” multispoke alloys with spinner detail, with 205/50/16 Dunlop tyres (including spare)

Detachable luggage rack with leather belts, Aston style fuel filler.
IMG_2041 by GOO_GreatOldOne, on Flickr
IMG_2042 by GOO_GreatOldOne, on Flickr

Asking £12,000 (Private dateless number plate excluded from sale)