Highlights
- 300bhp 5litre V12 with very rare LHD 6spd manual
- Popular Mauritius Blau over black leather
- Documented low mileage of 65,156 miles
- Same family ownership from new
- Thick history file including original bill of sale
- MOT valid until November 2024
The Appeal
The E31 was a statement of intent, a shark-nosed technological tour de force to cement BMW’s marketplace position. No model was as technological or as forceful as the 5litre V12 850i that put 300bhp through the rear wheels.
This 850i will likely appeal to enthusiasts. Sold new in Belgium, it is finished in popular Mauritius Blau with black leather. It was optioned from new with the very rare 6spd manual box. That was by the seller’s father - this low mileage car has been in the same family from new.
A thick history file confirms the low mileage and indicates ongoing care. Regular dry storage has kept the usage low and the condition high. It is sold with a MOT to November 2024 so is ready to use and enjoy.
The History and Paperwork
- Acquired by the seller's father on 24th June 1991
- Factory built LHD on 14th May 1991
- First UK registered on 01/08/1991
- Imported to the UK shortly after being acquired by the seller’s father
- Original bill of sale and specification sheet
- Extensive handwritten notes recording early months including importation to UK
- DVLA records two registered keepers
- Current keeper since 3rd April 2006
- We understand this car has always remained within the same family
- Inherited by the seller and kept in storage at parents' home
- Regularly placed in dry storage throughout its life to preserve mileage and condition
- We are told it was last service in April 2021
- Factory handbooks and stamped service book shown in photographs
- Thick history file of invoices, receipts and old MOTs
- MOT valid to 22nd November 2024 with 104,774kms showing and some advisories
- All photographs relating to our private numberplate XZ 69 it is on retention and not for sale
The Condition
- Well kept car finished in Mauritius Blau with generally good paintwork
- Some minor marks, scuffs and shallow dents to note in photographs
- These include a crack/flake on the paintwork of the rear bumper
- There are also two small dents on the driver’s door
- Bodywork presents well with panels appearing well kept and accident free
- Lattice-style 16in factory alloy wheels in very good condition with matching spare
- Fitted with Toyo Proxes tyres but with advisories to note for tyres on last MOT
- No structural advisories on last MOT
- Well kept high specification black leather interior with barely any wear
- There is some wear to driver’s bolster but it is light and could be rectified
- Reported to be fully working except driver’s side window
- There is a small mark on the headlining
- Fitted with electric tilt/slide sunroof, cruise control and electric seats with heating and memory
- Factory standard interior but with latter Sony CD fitted
- The trip computer digital readout is pixellated, a common problem
- We are also told that the steering wheel clicks when turned
The Mechanics
- Potent M50 V12 5litre 300bhp engine
- Rare 6spd manual gearbox
- Left hand drive
- Original exhaust with quad exit pipes shows some deterioration
- Factory tool kit appears to be complete and well kept
- Last serviced in April 2021 with few miles since but may be worth servicing
- Some minor advisories for running gear on last MOT
- Reported to run and drive well with prolific performance
BEFORE YOU BUY
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