Description
• Exceptionally low mileage - just 47700 miles.
• Finished in elegant Morea Green with Black soft top and Light Grey Montana leather interior with matching carpets.
• Powered by the desirable 170bhp M52 2. 5-litre straight-six with smooth 5-speed ZF automatic gearbox.
• Built in January 1997, first UK-registered on 6th February 1997 (P-reg).
• MOT valid until 6th February 2026, with a clean record - no advisories other than a single mention of tyre wear.
• Just six registered keepers, cherished by the current owner for the past 19 years.
• Averaged under 1000 miles per year since purchase in 2006.
• Maintained personally by the owner and a trusted, well-respected local garage; mileage confirmed by MOT history.
• Comes with original manuals, book pack, carpet mats, spare wheel, toolkit and even the glovebox torch.
• Extremely original and unmodified example.
• Exterior is straight and honest, mostly original paintwork with only minor age-related marks.
• Interior is well preserved, showing only minor wear to the driver’s seat and carpet mat.
• Recently fitted new battery; everything works correctly including the original BMW CAT1 alarm/ immobiliser, air conditioning, and all controls.
• Soft top replaced and in excellent condition; supplied with a matching hardtop.
Notable Factory Options:
• Fully automatic electric soft top
• Hardtop preparation (mounting hardware and electrics)
• On-Board Computer (OBC)
• Rear Park Distance Control (PDC)
• Automatic air conditioning with automatic air recirculation
• Front centre armrest
Sympathetic Upgrades:
• Matching body-colour factory hardtop
• Double-spoke Style 30 16-inch alloy wheels
• Blaupunkt Los Angeles MP72 period-style Radio/ CD/ MP3/ MMC audio unit
• Clear indicator lenses for a fresher look
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This modern classic offers the perfect balance of everyday usability and timeless character. Reliable, practical, and comfortable enough to drive daily, it also presents a compelling opportunity for the discerning enthusiast or collector seeking long-term investment potential.
Well specified, it comes with the features you’d expect from a contemporary car: power steering, ABS, stability and traction control, parking sensors, climate-controlled automatic air conditioning, premium audio system, plus a fully electric soft top and matching hardtop — ensuring year-round enjoyment whatever the weather.
A true collector’s piece that is not only destined to appreciate in value but also delivers genuine driving pleasure and classic style every time you take it out on the road.
