One of approximately 260 produced worldwide in Avus Blue Metallic
Features desirable options including Motorola phone, late generation pro-nav and M-sports and shadow-line trim packs
Significant care and investment over the last 3 years, with nearly £7,000 spent on maintenance and improvements
Recent replacements include power-assisted steering pump and 2 new tyres
Valid MOT until December 2024
The Appeal
Classically styled and comfortable, the BMW 7-Series has garnered quite a desirable status over the past decade. Loaded with mod-cons when new - most of which are still more than sufficient today - these were cars ahead of their time, and are doubtless well deserving of their resurgence amongst collectors of modern classics.
This particular 2001 example is of only around 260 produced worldwide in the striking Avus Blue Metallic. Over the last three years, nearly £7,000 has been invested in maintaining and improving this car, ensuring it retains its smooth character and road presence. With plenty of time left on its MOT, this BMW 728i Sport Individual is ready to be enjoyed by its next registered keeper.
The History and Paperwork
Registered in 2001
The DVLA records 7 previous keepers
In current ownership since 2021
2 keys provided
MOT valid until December 2024
Complete with manuals, service book and numerous invoices
Complete service book as shown with services up to 2018
All invoices from 2021 onwards
BMW records largely lost when two dealerships merged, now unavailable due to GDPR
The Condition
Bodywork appears in smart condition for its age
Corrosion repairs carried out on the right-hand rear sill, under the battery tray, and boot seal
Small bubbling patch on rear right quarter panel
Replacement parts include:
New front grille
New boot and bonnet struts
Full bonnet release mechanism
Left-hand front fender liner
Left-hand front window regulators
Right-hand rear window regulators
Original alloys in good order
Recently fitted with two new tyres
Undersealed with Lanoguard about a year ago
Interior in good condition, with all woodwork, plastics, and carpets looking smart
Kick plates are nicely kept
Headlining has recently sagged
Glovebox handle is broken but still functional
Features many desirable options including:
Motorola phone
Late generation pro-nav
M-sports and shadow-line trim packs.
Sports steering wheel, later-gen
Tinted windows from factory (shadow line pack)
Electric memory seats
Parking system control (PDC) front and rear
6 CD changer and cassette player
The Mechanics
Engine is in fine fettle
Many items replaced including:
Belts
Pulleys
Coolant hoses
Lower PCV pipe
Power-assisted steering reservoir and pump and filter with a fluid flush
Running gear includes new springs and shocks on rear (both sides) plus shock on the front right
New fan clutch
New oil level sensor
New inlet cam sensor
New disks and pads on the rear (both sides) and 60% life left on the fronts
Gearbox oil level checked and doesn't leak
Replacement ABS pre-charge pump
New battery fitted
New fuel tank
New brake lines
Small issue with the Mk4 nav computer causing a battery drain when the car is off, can be fixed with a rebuild of the unit
Occasionally generates spurious lighting control module faults, but these have never affected the function of the lights.
Extremely slow coolant leak (less than 100ml in 5,000 miles, confirmed as leak by UV dye and exhaust gas test)
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