Highlights

Highly preserved timewarp condition
Less than 60,000 miles from new
Impeccable and extensive full service history
Very well kept and maintained car
High specification car with smart blue leather interior
Desirable 220bhp 3L V8 model with 0-60 mph in 5.6secs
MOT to April 2025

The Appeal

The joy of this highly preserved, one-keeper E34 is that it appeals firmly to the head and the heart. For the former, there’s the practical estate car layout, the luxury Ultramarine blue leather interior and that this is a E34, one of BMW’s greatest saloons. All that is before you take in the vast array of invoices, receipts, handbooks and MOTs that constitute its massive history file.

For the heart, things start and arguably finish with the 220bhp 3L M60 V8 beneath the bonnet. Capable of 60 in well under 6secs from standard, this is a junior M5 without the shouty looks. This is an executive car with the heart of something altogether more sporting.

This E34 is likely amongst the last registered and must be one of the best preserved. That is a testament to its fastidious keeper, who has managed to keep it looking like a car at least half its age. You can see why by checking the history file - whatever has needed attended to, has quickly been attended to. All work has been by BMW main dealers, well into the car’s life, and then by the same independent specialists. It was last serviced 1,000 miles ago. The MOT runs to April.

The 530i is a rarity and we haven’t seen one this good for a very long time. Whether you buy it to enjoy as a classic family wagon or to as an aspiring modern classic, this is a purchase that is both sensible and emotionally appealing.

The vendor writes:

“The car drives extremely smoothly with plenty of power when needed by its V8 engine. There are no untoward knocks or noises noticed. The brakes stop the car well. It really is a great car, especially on the motorway where you do not feel anything. All Michelin tyres have plenty of tread.

“This is a unique example of the V8 engine E34 in its Touring guise. It’s a genuine 1 owner example with a very low mileage of 54,800 miles. And the colour combination is extremely rare. The interior is a fabulous place to be. It also has the full BMW tool kit, full towing hook and jacks, as well as the bmw roof racks. Cars like this with a full service history just do not come up often at all.”

The History and Paperwork

First registered 1st May 1996
Factory built March 1996
One registered keeper from new
Original factory order form showing options of a/c, LSD, tracker and cruise control
Factory wallet and handbooks as shown all in good condition
Service book with various stamps as shown
Old MOTs from handwritten and digital eras
Huge history file of receipts and invoices as shown
Recent servicing and repair works shown in photos
V5C in current keeper’s name and older registration document
Serviced in November 2022 at 53,800 miles with a/c filter change too
Recent winter checks as shown in photos
MOT to 23rd April 2025 with minor advisories to note
Four factory keys
Car is sold with registration plate N626EYA
The display plate shown in photos is not included
Always garaged by its single keeper

The Condition

Handsome Orient Blue metallic in very good, unrestored and original condition
Paintwork presents very well with only minor stone chips and marks to note
Bodywork is also well kept with well kept arches, sills and panel edges
Slight scuffs to note to some plastic trims as shown
Underside is well kept with no structural advisories on last MOT
Factory correct five spoke alloy wheels with matching spare
Alloys are well kept with some light kerbing to note in photos
Fitted with matching Michelin tyres including spare with good sidewall condition and tread
High specification with rare Ultramarine blue ‘Bison’ leather interior
Seats, carpets and other interior trim are highly preserved with barely any wear
Dark burr walnut veneers to doors and dashboard in well kept order
Four genuine BMW floor mats included
Blue dashboard and centre console trim with no obvious damage
Retains factory features such as working trip computer and BMW Business radio/cassette
Fitted with rare factory optional cruise control which is in working order
The vendor advises that the headlining has loosened from the backing in places
Boot area is remarkably well preserved with no obvious stains or carpet damage +
All electrics work correctly
No dashboard warning lights
Jack, luggage net and factory tool kit, which looks unused, included
Car is supplied with a roof rack which is not fitted as shown in photos

The Mechanics

2,997cc M60 V8 engine
220bhp output and 0-60mph in 5.6secs
5spd automatic gearbox
The vendor informs us that the vehicle drives smoothly with no untoward noises
Brakes function well
Slight oil misting noted in the MOT, but no oil dripping onto the floor according to seller
Head gasket replaced 10,000 miles ago
Minor advisories to note on current MOT
Vast history file of maintenance as shown in photos
Regularly serviced irrespective of mileage by main dealers and specialists
Last serviced at 53,800 miles and now showing 54,800 miles
No reported running or driving issues

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