Highlights

Stunning ‘Le Mans’ Blue metallic paintwork with ‘Boston Lemon’ upholstery
Manual M Sport example having covered just 56k miles
Advisory free MOT until December
ULEZ compliant

The Appeal

The successor to the 3 Series Compact, BMW’s 1 Series arrived in 2004 with the aim of bringing an entry-level, subcompact model to the executive car market. An impressive success story, it was praised in particular for its agile handling and distinctive styling. The first generation was offered in a variety of body styles, including the fully electric convertible, and eventually spawned the highly regarded 1M.

M Sport cars, such as this, are fitted with BMW's advanced engineering suspension package, providing a stiffer, lowered sports suspension that sharpens cornering compared to the standard setup. The bodywork boasts sportier front and rear bumpers, including driving lights, plus side skirt styling. Alloys are elegant 17" twin spokes. Window surrounds feature high-gloss Shadowline trim. Inside, the M Sport seats are more supportive for fast cornering. It also features a chunkier, leather-wrapped M Sport multi-function steering wheel, leather M Sport gear knob and matching sill trim kick-plates

Thanks to their popularity when new, well-spec’d 1 Series models have continued to hold their value remarkably well and this example is no exception. Finished in stunning ‘Le Mans’ Metallic Blue paintwork and paired with striking ‘Boston Lemon’ upholstery, it has a distinctive and sophisticated presence, while the M Sport specification gives the vehicle a purposeful and planted stance

The History and Paperwork

First registered 2nd December 2010
Original UK market vehicle
3 registered keepers from new, current being for the last 9 years
Original BMW leather wallet present, containing service booklet, Owner's handbook and other BMW printed material
Annual service paper invoices covering 2020 - 2025 are in the file. Last serviced in April 2025 at 54,662 miles
MOT until 2nd December 2026 (no advisories)
ULEZ Compliant

The Condition

Paintwork presents in beautiful order, with a deep lustre to all surfaces, with a small number of chips and rubs in places
The lower edges of the front bumper skirt show typical rubbing and scratches. No fractures or piercings, but paint loss on some of the lower architecture is noted; exterior paintwork is otherwise very impressive
The textured Boston Lemon upholstery is supple and presents superbly, giving the interior a bright and opulent aura
Seats and door cards remain in first-class condition
Glacier Silver Aluminium centre-console trims are in fine order, as are all switches, with no meaningful signs of age or use
M-Sport kick plates and all other M Sport interior and exterior badging present beautifully
17” M Sport ‘Style 207’ double-spoke alloy wheels are in very good order with BMW roundel badging and M-Sport decals

All glass areas appear free of chips or scratches
Excellent shut lines to all panels on the car
Headlights are cloud-free and sparkle with clarity
Black convertible soft top looks very smart, with no obvious creasing, staining or frays. The fold-away mechanism works swiftly and without fuss. All motors, pulleys and stowage areas for the hood present immaculately
Specified with ‘Comfort’ pack and the celebrated 'Business' entertainment system
Front and rear parking sensors, with console button to switch the sonar on/off
IsoFix child restraint fixing points look unused
Fuel filler door and boot shuts are clean and bright
Wing mirrors work on the electric adjusters, and the aerodynamic casings are bush-rash/chip free

The Mechanics

1,995cc petrol engine
6-Speed Manual transmission
Rear-wheel drive
Apparently unmodified and presented in factory specification
Very clean under-bonnet presentation with fresh-looking fluids
x2 BMW remote locking keys
The vendor describes the BMW as being a pleasure to drive, with no known faults

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