Why study sold prices before bidding?

The final prices show the real market value. Knowing them stops you overpaying and helps you set a bid that wins.

How much does a BMW 3 Series Gen I 1978 sell for at US auctions?

The average sold price of this model year is $5,700, median $5,700, based on 2 finished auctions.

How many BMW 3 Series Gen I 1978 lots are in the archive?

The archive holds 3 finished lots of the 1978 model year from Copart and IAAI.

How does the 1978 model year differ from others in this generation?

Equipment is similar within a generation, but sold prices shift with age and mileage. Compare neighbouring BMW 3 Series Gen I model years via the links on this page.

Are these real BMW 3 Series Gen I 1978 sale prices?

Yes — the final amounts these cars actually sold for, not asking prices.

What a BMW 3 Series Gen I 1978 really sells for

The 1978 model year of the BMW 3 Series Gen I — the archive holds 3 finished lots with real final prices. Knowing what a BMW 3 Series Gen I 1978 sells for lets you set a winning bid.

BMW 3 Series Gen I

Archive statistics

Archived lots: 3
Average sold price: $5,700
Median sold price: $5,700
Sold price range: $953 – $10,448

Sold prices by year
Year	Average sold price
1978	$5,700

Most sold cars are these body styles: Low Speed. Typical damage among sold cars: Burn engine, Minor dent scratches.

BMW 3 Series Gen I model years

BMW 3 Series generations

Popular with buyers from Poland

Archived on Friday, May 8

$425

1978 BMW 3 Series 320i

5442524

Not provided • 204k km

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Recent sales

Vehicle	Year	Damage	Mileage	Final price	Auction date
1978 BMW 3 Series 320i5442524	1978	Burn engine	126,709 mi	$425	May 8, 2026
1978 BMW 3 Series 320i5410869	1978	Minor dent scratches	245,573 mi	$10,975	Sep 2, 2025

Good to know: BMW 3 Series Gen I sold prices

The BMW 3 Series Gen I 1978 archive gives you this model year's real sale prices — 3 finished lots from Copart and IAAI, not asking prices. Compare a live listing against them to judge a bid. Every lot keeps its photos, VIN and auction date, and the DreamBid calculator turns a final price into a full landed cost for Poland.