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• Model year:2001 (Y)
• Fuel type:Petrol
• Mileage:66, 889
• Transmission:Automatic
• Engine size:2. 5L
• Colour:Blue
Topaz Blue metallic with Montana beige leather interior, and new genuine beige BMW floor mats, this car has a huge specification with £7, 800 of additional options when ordered! There is a lovely full file of paperwork which comes with this car, the last owner owned this for 14 years and prior to him was the previous and original lady owner - 3 owners ONLY.
Service records with some receipts as well from new come with the car and is pretty complete. All the old MOT certificates are here plus the original order form and invoice from the factory as this was a direct order by-passing the UK dealer. It is Hpi clear and everything works perfectly plus the electric roof operates every time without fail!
it drives extremely well, like a new car with good acceleration and excellent brakes. Last year saw all four discs, pads and calipers replaced mainly for aesthetic reasons. The 18' alloy wheels were fully refurbished at the same time and refitted with new BMW genuine wheel centres plus the M sport wheel badges.
The rocker gasket rocker gasket has been replaced as this is a common failure point and best kept in check.
This a fine rare modern classic that's looks so cool, goes well and that is actually ULEZ free. Needs a good home preferably with a garage, its too nice to leave outside!
This car originally came with the following spec:
Polished Wood Trim, Navigation System inc TV & Teletext, Outer Mirror Package, Xenon Headlights & Headlamp Cleaning System, Alloy Wheels - 18in M V Spoke Style, Blue Fabric Hood, Headlamp Cleaning System, Metallic Paint, BMW 6 Disc CD Changer, Front Seats Heating, Harman Kardon Hi-Fi 11 Speaker System, Leather Upholstery, Electric seats with memory drivers, Packaging for hardtop fitment, Rear park distance control, Air-Conditioning (Automatic), Alarm, Electric Windows (Front/ Rear), In Car Entertainment (Radio/ Cassette)
But since I purchased the car I replaced the infotainment system with a Kenwood DMX 5020 In Car Entertainment systewm allowing connection to your mobile device (Iphone/ Android Auto) so you have full access to all your playlists, AM/ FM/ DAB Radio, up-to-date GPS Navigation services, all operated hands free.
There is also a new BMW MSport Steering wheel, New Gear Selector Knob, Gear surround and a bespoke blue stitched Leather wrapping around the centre console, matching the Blus ststiching with the steering wheel.
If you decided to return the car to its original spec, all the parts are carefully stored and are available with the car.
Performance & economy:
Fuel consumption (urban) 20. 3 mpg
Fuel consumption (extra urban) 37. 2 mpg
Fuel consumption (combined) 28. 5 mpg
0 - 60 mph 8. 8 seconds
Top speed 143 mph
Cylinders 6
Valves 24
Engine power 192 bhp
Engine torque 180. 71 lbs/ ft
Dimensions:
Height 1372 mm
Length 4488 mm
Wheelbase 2725 mm
Width 1947 mm
Fuel tank capacity 63 litres
Interior/ exterior features:
Adjustable Steering Column/ Wheel
Body Coloured Bumpers
Air-Conditioning (Automatic)
Electric folding, adjustable heated Mirrors External
Electric Windows (Front/ Rear)
In Car Entertainment as described
Memory seats with all-round adjustment
Remote central locking
Safety:
Air Bag Driver
Air Bag Passenger
Air Bag Side
Alarm
Anti-Lock Brakes
Central Door Locking
Front Fog Lights
Head Restraints
Immobiliser
Power-Assisted Steering
Traction Control System
This is a MUST SEE car.
It's a classic in all but name and a daily user with the up-to-date Kenwood Infotainment system and the smooth ride, excellent gearbox and the fabulous looks of an E46 with or without the hood up.
