Description
BMW 125i SE Convertible (2008 / 57-plate) – Rare N52 3. 0L Manual in Tahiti Green Metallic over black leather.
Reluctantly selling our BMW 125i SE Convertible due to a new baby, and having too many cars -so this one has to go.
A desirable 3. 0L N52 straight-six manual in a great colour.
Currently on 126, 500 miles, MOT until May 2027.
Taxed, insured and MOT’d. Test drives available only with proof of insurance, or I’m happy to drive you around.
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Mechanical
• Last serviced at 119, 700 miles with oil, filter, plugs (parts invoice available).
• Runs and drives with no issues. With no warning lights present on the dash.
• Relevant paperwork including invoices and stamped service book.
• Rear brakes, pads and both callipers recently replaced.
• Various other works during my ownership including a replacement steering rack, track rods, window regulator, front brake discs and pads.
• The only modification is adjustable coilovers. Stance plus ultra – budget but much better than 18 year old blown shocks and rusty springs.
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Condition
• Exterior has dents, scratches, and stone chips consistent with age and mileage, but still scrubs up well.
• Interior is worn in places as expected at this age and mileage.
• Starting of some rust bubbling on the offside front wheel arch (see photos).
• There is a non excessive oil leak from the valve cover gasket. A whole new replacement valve cover and gasket were purchased but I never got round to fitting. This is included in the sale.
• All tyres are currently road legal, but some will need replacing soon due to age rather than wear. Rear Michelin’s and a front Goodyear and Pirelli. All run flats.
• Well specced with heated seats, parking sensors, and OEM BMW wind deflector. ________________________________________
History
• Owned by my partner since June 2022.
• Category S insurance write off during our ownership in May 2025 after a low-speed rear impact while stationary at traffic lights.
• Insurer wrote the car off based on photos only (which I can provide), and the car was never physically inspected.
• Repaired with replacement rear bumper and bumper carrier.
• I am happy to provide images to serious buyers on request.
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• No groups turning up to view.
• Test drives only with proof of insurance.
• Happy to answer any sensible question's you might have.
• No time wasters – the car is well priced taking all issues into account. Offers will be ignored.
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A well-specced and well-maintained example of the E88 125i SE Convertible with the sought-after N52 engine – a great usable modern classic with plenty of life left to run as is, or for a little bit of love.
