Photos provided by the vendor

Highlights

£13,000 of documented options
High spec, ex-demonstrator
MOT to September 2023
Just 3 owners from new
Only 61,935 miles indicated

The Appeal

Of all of Chris Bangle’s designs from his time at BMW, the E60 has arguably aged the best. It’s a handsome and well-resolved machine that offers a fine blend of comfort, technology and raw performance.

Here we have a very smartly presented example, an ex-demonstrator that is absolutely loaded with kit and optional extras. Add to that the V8 drivetrain, M Sport package and very low mileage, and what we have here is a true executive express in seldom seen condition and specification.

The History and Paperwork

First registered in May 2006
M Sport package and £13,000 of documented factory options
Initially used as a demonstration vehicle, so the first owner was BMW
The second owner had the car until 2019, when the current registered keeper purchased the vehicle
61,935 miles, verified by the MOT history
The vendor tells us the car has a service history that is a mix of main dealer and specialist work
The history file contains a number of service/maintenance invoices, old MOTs and an RAC Car Passport
Complete with the correct owner’s handbooks
Current MOT to September 2023

The Interior

Black Dakota leather upholstery, presented in fine condition with no notable damage and only very light signs of use
Electrically operated sunroof, windows and door mirrors
Electric 2-memory front seats with optional heating function
Black carpets and BMW grey velour overmats which all appear to be in good order
The controls, instruments and trim all look to be in good condition, with nothing missing and no unexpected wear or damage, other than some marking around the start button / key slot
Smart wood veneer to dash and doors, with no evidence of cracking or delamination we could see
iDrive control centre with optional extended voice control system, BMW Connected Drive Assist, heads-up display, night vision and Bluetooth phone connection
Parking sensors and optional active cruise control
Optional soft close doors, front dynamic support seat backrest, front ISOFIX points and auto dimming rear view mirror
Dual zone automatic climate control
Optional ProLogic 7 Hi-Fi with DAB, CD changer, TV function and upgraded “Professional” satellite navigation
We’re informed by the vendor that everything works just as it should, with no issues they are aware of

The Exterior

Silver Grey Metallic paintwork, in excellent condition with no signs we could see of notable blemishes of damage
The bodywork all looks to be straight, clean and presented in very good condition, with no corrosion or damage apparent
M Sport package adds a subtle bodykit, which is all present and correct and in fine fettle, along with the optional M rear spoiler
All of the external badging, trim, glass and light lenses present well, with no damage we could observe
Optional 19” 172M double spoke alloy wheels – three are in excellent condition, while one of the rears has been slightly kerbed
The alloys are dressed in fresh Nexen tyres, which have good tread levels and present nicely
Optional folding external mirrors
Optional Bi-Xenon headlights
Optional sun protection glass
Underneath the car appears to be in very good condition, with no signs of damage or corrosion that we could see

The Mechanics

4,799cc naturally aspirated V8, offering 367bhp to the rear wheels
The engine bay presents well, with no evidence of leaks or damage we could discern
6-speed automatic transmission
Optional active steering
We’re told that in the last couple of years a new alternator has been fitted and some work has been carried out on the front suspension
The vendor assures us that the car drives just as it should, with no leaks, no smoke, no untoward noises, crisp acceleration and smooth gear changes
Engines covers were removed for the pictures, included in the sale and will be refitted.

Summary

Even today, few cars are as well equipped as this 16 year old executive saloon. Handsome and relatively understated inside and out, it’s presented in very fine condition, with low mileage and a quite staggering specification list.

When new, this was almost £62,000 of car, so it’s something of the bargain now. With the vendor telling us the car is problem free and ready to go, we can’t think of many better ways to put this level of luxury, performance and technology on your driveway.

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