Classic Car Insurance for BMW E30 3 Series
Looking for BMW E30 3 Series classic car cover? Explore bespoke classic car insurance quotes from Goodwood Classic Solutions.
prices start from
£110
Annually, with the option to spread the cost
The Classic BMW E30 3 Series
Many remember when a Ford Escort Ghia was considered posh, and a Granada Scorpio V6 occupied an unreachable dreamland.
However, that started to change in the early 1980s, and cars like the BMW E30 3 Series were the turning point. The E30 Series showed us a better way, cramming premium looks and sports car handling into a well-built saloon that could easily slot into family life. It was a solid option for a new generation of buyers who didn’t necessarily want to follow their parents into a lifetime of British Leyland, Ford or Vauxhall ownership. The E30 went on sale in 1982 as a two-door saloon, before the four-door, convertible and Touring, followed in 1983, 1985, and 1987 respectively.
While everyone else was turning to the more predictable nature and better packaging of front-wheel drive, BMW stuck doggedly to the purer steering and better handling balance of rear-wheel drive. To that, it then added a (modern for the time) five-speed manual gearbox and a choice of straight-six engine options that offered significantly more welly than the basic four-cylinder models feeding at the bottom of the range.
The exception that proves the rule was the E30 M3. Far from basic, it was built so BMW could race in DTM, getting a unique body (only the roof was unchanged from the standard 3 Series) and a four-cylinder engine that revved to a giddy 6,750rpm and produced up to 238PS (175kW). It was enough to get the road car from 0-62mph in 6.7 seconds and top out at 146 mph. It would become the company’s most successful DTM racer.
Sadly, M3 prices have skyrocketed, and even leggy examples demand stratosphere prices. The rest of the range remains relatively affordable, though, meaning you can have a smart-looking, nice-driving classic with proper German engineering for less than the price of a used modern city car.
Are you a Member or Fellow of the GRRC? You’ll save up to 15% on vehicle insurance with Goodwood Classic Solutions.
Are you a Member or Fellow of the GRRC? You’ll save up to 15% on vehicle insurance with Goodwood Classic Solutions.
What Is Included In A Goodwood Classic Car Insurance Policy?
We know that features like agreed value, limited mileage discounts, salvage retention, and modification cover are essential to classic car owners. That’s we have carefully reviewed the car insurance providers we work with to ensure they can offer the specialist insurance cover you need, along with the highest standards of protection. We’ve put in the work so that your time can be spent behind the wheel.
The classic car insurance policies we offer are typically unavailable on conventional comparison sites, and our experts have developed a range of comprehensive buying guides and information on market trends if you are still in the process on buying your next classic car.
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The team here at Goodwood Classic Solutions are on hand every day of the week to bring you classic car insurance quotes, or to answer questions and help you make changes to your existing insurance policies.
Give us a call on 01243 913 333 to speak with us now.
Save money with Limited Mileage discounts
Why pay more for classic vehicle insurance? Goodwood Classic Solutions offers limited mileage discounts, so you’ll pay less if you drive less.
Ideal for treasured classics which only grace the roads occasionally, or for those with a whole fleet of vehicles to pick from!
EU Driving Cover
If you are looking to travel abroad with your vehicle, we will aim to provide you with cover to travel to all EU countries and beyond. Some of our policies include this cover free of charge, depending on where you are going and for how long.
We work hard to gather the best quotes from a selection of trusted insurers that give you the best selection of options for you and your vehicles.
We work hard to gather the best quotes from a selection of trusted insurers that give you the best selection of options for you and your vehicles.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When Does A Car Become A Classic?
There are various definitions of what a classic car is. Some experts will say anything over 30 years old, but many also consider much younger models as classics, with many modern desirable models deemed “future classics”. Our insurance policies cater to all ages of vehicle.
What Is Classic Car Insurance?
It is very much like insurance you would have for any road-worthy car, with additional benefits to allow you to select the policy that best suits your needs.
How To Get Classic Car Insurance?
With Goodwood Classic Solutions the process is straightforward. Select the “Get Quote” button and submit the required information. Utilising our network of contacts, we will provide you with quotes for three different insurance policies, allowing you the option to select the policy that best suits your needs.
How Does Classic Car Insurance Work?
With Goodwood Classic Solutions, your insurance will operate like any other policy from the insurer you choose.
Will Goodwood be underwriting the vehicle insurance policies?
No. Goodwood Classic Solutions will act as an insurance introducer, utilising a network of contacts to provide customers with quotes for three different insurance policies, allowing you to select the policy that best suits your needs.
How will users be able to get a quote?
All quotes will be available online at Goodwood.com, with a phoneline also available for customers to speak to a Goodwood Classic Solutions team member on 01243 913 333.
How will Agreed Valuation work?
Customers will need to submit documentation and photographs of their vehicle, highlighting any unique features or other elements that will affect their classic car's value. These will then be reviewed, and an accurate value agreed upon by both Goodwood Classic Solutions and the vehicle owner.
Will vehicle salvage retention be available?
Yes. If a vehicle is written-off, drivers with vehicle insurance from Goodwood Classic Solutions will retain their right to keep the vehicle.
Can modified vehicles be covered?
Absolutely. We understand that very few classic cars remain in the exact state they left the factory, and so upgrades and modifications can be catered for. If you make any modifications to your vehicle during the term of your policy, you simply need to let Goodwood Classic Solutions know.
Will there be discounts for Goodwood Road Racing Club members?
Of course. Members and Fellows will receive discounted rates on their vehicle insurance policies. Please ensure your Membership or Fellowship is current and active when you take out your policy.
How about limited mileage discounts?
Vehicle insurance policies from Goodwood Classic Solutions will have a limited mileage discount available, which means that if you drive your classic car relatively infrequently, you’ll pay less to insure it.
What cars qualify for Classic Car Insurance?
With in-depth knowledge, a database of over 30,000 models and a team with experience of arranging specialist insurance, we are uniquely placed to provide you with an insurance quote for any classic car.