Carsieve BMW 3er-Reihe E36 318i Cabrio, 115 PS, 5-speed manual, rear-wheel drive, convertible (1994–2000)
- Power
- 115 PS (85 kW)
- Engine codes
- M40B18
- Gearbox
- 5-speed manual
- Production years
- 1994–2000
- Running cost per month
- €469
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Median price
- €6,600
- Reliability
- 2/5
- DIY
- 3/5
Research for this car
- Generation guide BMW 3 Series E36 (1990-2000): known problems and buying guide
Cheap and simple to run, but rust and the cooling system decide the price. Check the body and the cooling system before you pay.
Known issues for this car
| Issue | Affects | Typical km | Repair cost | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body rust | All E36, worst on early builds | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Cooling system | All engines: pump, thermostat, radiator, expansion tank | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Suspension and steering wear | All E36 | Front shocks 40,000-50,000 km (Kolesa.ru) | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Window regulators and interior trim | All E36 | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
Before you buy this car
From the generation guide
- Lift the car and check the sills, the floor under both footwells, the rear arches, the boot lid and the strut towers. Bad result: holes, soft metal, or new paint over rust.
- Check the radiator and expansion tank seam for leaks, and watch the temperature on a warm test drive. Bad result: a leak, or a rising temperature.
- Check the rear strut mounts and front ball joints. Bad result: loose or cracked mounts, or clunks over bumps.
- Test every window and check the door cards and dash for cracks. Bad result: slow or dead windows, or cracked plastic.
Running costs
| Operational | €248 |
|---|---|
| Workshop | €125 |
| Fixed costs (tax, insurance) | €96 |
| Total per month | €469 |
| New-car depreciation (not included) | €37 |
ADAC figures for 15,000 km a year over 60 months
Market
Listings on mobile.de in this generation with this fuel, gearbox and power.
- Listings
- 101
- 25th percentile
- €4,999
- Median price
- €6,600
- 75th percentile
- €8,950
- Median mileage
- 174,000 km
- Median first registration
- 1997
- Dealer share
- 21.8%
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Prices by first registration
| First registration | Listings | Median price | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 4 | – | – |
| 1999 | 14 | €5,550 | 172,000 km |
| 1998 | 17 | €7,500 | 188,000 km |
| 1997 | 17 | €6,799 | 162,240 km |
| 1996 | 16 | €5,700 | 178,000 km |
| 1995 | 17 | €7,500 | 190,000 km |
| 1994 | 16 | €7,500 | 160,000 km |
Medians only for years with at least 5 listings. Many cars are first registered after production ends, so years can run past the build years.
Price history
| Month | Listings | Median price | Middle half | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | 101 | €6,600 | €4,999 – €8,950 | 174,000 km |
| Oct 2026 | 101 | €6,600 | €4,999 – €8,950 | 174,000 km |
Median asking price at the last snapshot of each month.
ADAC versions
All 3 ADAC versions
| Version | Power | Production years | Running cost per month |
|---|---|---|---|
| 318i Cabrio | 115 PS | 1994–2000 | €469 |
| 318i Cabrio Exclusiv Edition | 115 PS | 1997–2000 | €469 |
| 318i Cabrio Sport Edition | 115 PS | 1997–2000 | €476 |