Description
An original, low-mileage, and carefully resprayed example of bmw’s handsome 1980s luxury saloon.
under the bonnet sits a 3. 4-litre naturally aspirated ‘m30’ straight-six, delivering 215bhp and 229lb-ft of torque to the rear wheels through a four-speed automatic transmission.
this 735i’s engine was fully rebuilt just 215 miles ago, which included replacing the head gasket and radiator using bmw original parts.
equipment and features
the car is finished in a dark green metallic over a beige interior with wooden inlays.
it rides on a set of 17-inch basketweave-style alloy wheels, fitted with bmw centre caps.
factory-fitted equipment includes electrically operated windows and mirrors, an electric sunroof, rear blind, air conditioning, cruise control, a trip computer, a check-control panel, and a bmw bavaria stereo.
accompanying the car is the original owner’s book pack and a collection of invoices.
condition
there is no known bodywork damage, and all panels reportedly show the factory stampings.
the resprayed paintwork presents with a deep lustre and shows no obvious imperfections.
the rear bmw badge is showing some blemishes, as is the chrome window trim.
moving inside, the interior is in good overall condition, save for areas of detaching leather on the rear of the front passenger seat and loose fabric on the sunroof lining, as well as some wear on the driver’s seat bolster. There are also signs of use on some of the switchgear, corrosion under the boot carpet and the rear seat is said to be discoloured.
there are no known mechanical or electrical faults.
the most recent mot test was conducted on 6 july 2022 at 50, 232 miles and resulted in a clean first-time pass.
service history
at the time of the mot test in july 2022, the car was also given an engine oil service.
the engine was fully rebuilt in september 2017 at 50, 222 miles by complete motor works ltd.
the seller notes that the two previous services were carried out in september 1990 at 46, 941 miles, and in december 1989 at 42, 289 miles.
summary
launched in 1977, the e23-generation was the inaugural bmw 7 series and featured distinctive ‘shark nose’ styling as well as a choice of smooth straight-six engines. Handsomely resprayed in metallic green and equipped with a fully rebuilt engine, this 735i would make a handsome classic daily driver or tasteful addition to any marque enthusiast’s garage.
