Ultimate Family Machine: 2011 BMW 328i Sports Wagon

This 2011 BMW 328i Sport Wagon (E91) is one of the rarest kinds of practical fun money can buy — a rear-wheel-drive long-roof that BMW somehow convinced accountants to build during the crossover onslaught. Now, if this were a manual, it would be the unicorn of E91s — only about 400 made that way for the U.S. — but even with the Steptronic, it’s still one of the sharpest-driving wagons BMW ever built. The hydraulic steering, balanced chassis, and factory sport suspension make it feel like a sport sedan that can also haul IKEA flat-packs and dogs. It’s clean, sorted, and tastefully upgraded — a rare wagon for people who know exactly what they’re looking at. Find this 2011 BMW 328i Sports Wagon offered for $7200 in Placentia, CA via facewagon sportsbook.

From the seller:

2011 BMW 328i sports wagon
$7,200
Listed 21 hours ago in Placentia, CA
About this vehicle
Driven 183,100 miles
Automatic transmission
Exterior color: Grey · Interior color: Black
Fuel type: Gasoline
Excellent condition
Clean title
This vehicle has no significant damage or problems.

Seller’s description
E91 BMW Sports Wagon (2011 328i Sports Wagon w Sport, Premium, Convenience Packages)

2011 BMW 328i Sports Wagon with rare combo RWD and factory Sport, Premium, and Convenience Packages. Space Gray Metallic, Steptronic trans, 183K miles (12K mi/year avg). Clean CA title, already smog checked for sale, West coast car with NO rust, NO leaks, NO CEL, NO maintenance lights. Top mechanical condition with all records from 10-yr ownership (bought pre-owned 2015) documenting meticulous maintenance at Precision German Performance (Anaheim, CA).

Stock drivetrain, ext mods include M-tech front bumper and powder coated Sport Package Style 286 wheels with Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires. Interior is pristine with black Dakota leather Sport seats with minimal wear, rear windows with high-quality 50% tint, large sunroof with no leaks. AC blows cold, all buttons and electronics work and will include nice hardwired Garmin dashcam.

No repair/maintenance expenses spared (all records 2015 onward in binder). Recent services over past 2 years include: 4/25 Valve cover; 2/25 Brake fluid flush, radiator hoses/flush, power steering hoses/flush; 9/24 PCV dealer recall; 4/24 Water pump, coolant flush; 3/24 DMTL pump, FRM unit; 10/23 Windshield washer pumps; 7/23 Michelin tires, diff fluid; 3/23 Wheel bearings. All fluids replaced on schedule or more (oil, coolant, diff, trans). Carfax shows minor damage from replacing bumper bracket and lower mesh grille from a safety cone in middle of 91 Freeway. Car has never been in an accident (welcome to run your paint meter).

Guidance for purchasing a used car says “buy the seller, not just the car.” I am a dedicated BMW car guy and this has been my weekday commuter from OC to Corona for 10 years (my E36 M3 5-speed was for weekends). If you are a BMW enthusiast, you know the N52 inline-6 is very reliable and the valve cover was just replaced. There are NO leaks, NO codes, NO maintenance lights. You also know that factory Sport Package suspension and seats make a huge difference. Non-Sport, AWD E91s are nice but do not drive the same. Through E90 gen, the 3-series steering is still mechanical and very direct. IMO the E91 is one of the best-looking wagons, well-rounded (sporty, efficient, practical), and holds more cargo than most SUVs.

Very unique ride, super clean, mechanically solid, sporty driving experience: perfect for the right BMW and wagon enthusiast who wants a meticulously maintained car. Asking $7,200 OBO (prefer BofA cashiers check). Happy to answer all questions (e.g. Why am I selling? Converted to EV for my commute). Price negotiable for any serious buyer who comes to see the vehicle (can meet at Placentia Police/City Hall). No trade offers, local pick up only. If the post is up, it’s still available, so no need to ask please. Thanks for looking.

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