Highlights

2025 Japanese import with high Auction Grade 4.5
Sought after 7-speed DCT gearbox
Comprehensive BMW M Performance upgrades throughout
Rare AC Schnitzer steering wheel and Bilstein suspension
Documented service history with Japanese receipts in BMW service booklet
Recently serviced with new engine and brake fluids and oil and air filters
MOT valid to February 2026 with no advisories

The Appeal

There’s no getting around this: the original E87 generation 1-Series brought back the much-needed ‘Hoon Factor’ to BMW’s range. Small, agile, beautifully balanced, engaging and, of course, still RWD, this car was built to deliver fun.

The fun factory really got going with this model, the E82 coupe, 310bhp N55-engined 3L straight six 135i. It really is one of the most entertaining coupes of recent years, and such is its drivability that sub-30,000-mile examples such as this one are like hen’s teeth.

Adding to that appeal is the history and specification. It arrived here in 2025 after a life on the salt-free roads of Japan, also benefitting from that country’s renowned high maintenance standards. Classically finished in Alpinweiss with a beige Boston leather interior and walnut veneer, it is a superbly preserved example.

Then there is the specification. There is a lengthy list of M Performance cosmetic upgrades outside, an AC Schnitzer wheel inside and, beneath, a set of the same firm’s uprated Bilstein shocks.

The vendor has checked the car over since it arrived in the UK and serviced the fluids, including brakes and engine, and changed the oil and air filters. It comes to market with lengthy MOT to February 2026 with no advisories.

History and Paperwork

First registered in 2011 in Japan
Japanese import in 2025 with Auction Grade 4.5
First UK registered May 2025
One UK keeper since arriving
Auction sheet copy available
Service history documented with Japanese receipts in BMW service booklet
Factory handbooks
V5C in current keeper’s name
MOT valid to 16th February 2026 with no advisories
29,266 miles showing on test and 47,151 kms (29,298 miles) in photos
MOT data can be checked using chassis number or in photos

Service history breakdown:

27/05/2011 - 300km - Tomatsu BMW Tokyo
09/04/2012 - 3542km - Tomatsu BMW Tokyo
31/03/2013 - 7097km - Tomatsu BMW Tokyo
13/04/2014 - 13210km - Tomatsu BMW Tokyo
31/03/2015 - 16920km - Tomatsu BMW Tokyo
25/04/2016 - 22070km - Tomatsu BMW Tokyo
13/04/2017 - 26815km - Studie Tokyo
07/05/2018 - 32871km - Next Cars Tokyo
03/04/2019 - 37730km - Next Cars Tokyo
21/05/2020 - 40390km - Next Cars Tokyo
11/04/2022 - 41914km - Next Cars Tokyo

Recent maintenance includes:

Replaced brake fluid
New air filter
Replaced oil filter
Changed engine oil

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The Condition

Clean condition without any dents, scrapes or scratches according to seller
Alpinweiss 3 white paintwork with silver shadow line to each side as shown
Paintwork presents well as can be checked in photos
Extensive M Performance upgrades as detailed below
Five spoke, split-spoke alloys in very good condition
No structural advisories on MOT
Rust free underside according to seller
Beige Boston full leather interior with little wear commensurate with mileage
High specification interior with light walnut veneers as show
Condition appears consistent with the mileage
Original and unmodified interior including factory sound system
Electric front seats with memory function
Some Japanese-fitted electronics
Original and standard condition, with few exceptions, we are told

Genuine BMW M Performance factory upgrades:

Front Bumper
Front Bumper Carbon Fibre Splitters
Side Skirts
Rear Carbon Fibre Diffuser
Rear Carbon Fibre Spoiler Lip
Black Kidney Grills
Carbon Fibre Wing Mirror Covers
Side Stripe
Also features a rare genuine AC Schnitzer steering wheel

The Mechanics

N55 2,979cc 310bhp twin-turbo straight six engine
7spd speed duel clutch DCT Getrag automatic transmission
M Sports factory suspension upgrades
AC Schnitzer Bilstein suspension all round
Drives well with no knocks or creaks, according to the seller
Vendor reports car has smooth power delivery and good brakes
Recent brake fluid change in 2025
Oil, oil filter and air filter changed at the same time
MOT to February 2026 with no advisories

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