Highlights
- In current ownership for 10 years
- MOT valid until February 2026
- Comprehensive history file with invoices
- Garage-stored during winter months
- Recently refurbished alloy wheels
- Brand new exhaust system fitted
- 1999 was the final production year for the E31 8 Series before it was discontinued.
- Approximately less than 3,100 of this specific year and model were ever built worldwide, with far fewer than this number surviving on the UK roads in such immaculate condition.
The Appeal
The 8-series was first introduced with this beautiful tourer in 1990. It was the biggest, brashest and amongst the most powerful of the company's lineage, and was intended to push the company's reputation beyond the already stellar 6-series' performance. It boasted two extra cylinders, hugely improved performance and an interior trim that, naturally, came with a much higher price.
It was the peak of 90s Beamer, and some enthusiasts will tell you it's a glory the company hasn't quite achieved since, muddied by EVs and SUVs that can only dream of holding to a candle to this handsome, sharp-featured, 5-metre-long land liner. It was a rival to the V12-engined Jaguar XJS and the Porsche 968 - though sadly released at a difficult time for such a large car, and didn't quite manage the sales it deserved.
Nowadays, they're a classic with a rapidly growing audience - and if you haven't had the chance to drive one in their heyday, this is a great opportunity.
It was the peak of 90s Beamer, and some enthusiasts will tell you it's a glory the company hasn't quite achieved since, muddied by EVs and SUVs that can only dream of holding to a candle to this handsome, sharp-featured, 5-metre-long land liner. It was a rival to the V12-engined Jaguar XJS and the Porsche 968 - though sadly released at a difficult time for such a large car, and didn't quite manage the sales it deserved.
Nowadays, they're a classic with a rapidly growing audience - and if you haven't had the chance to drive one in their heyday, this is a great opportunity.
Having been in the current owner's care for a decade, this 840 Ci Sport has clearly been cherished, and is accompanied by an impressive paperwork file and plenty of time on its MOT.
History and Paperwork
- Registered in 1999
- The DVLA records 3 former keepers
- In current ownership for 10 years
- MOT valid until February 2026
- 118,446 miles
- Well maintained and cared for throughout its life
- Stored in a garage during winter months
- Comes with extensive history file including invoices
The Condition
- Paintwork appears in smart condition for its age
- Pop-up headlights lifting correctly
- Badges and branding all present and correct
- Alloy wheels have been refurbished
- Car is undersealed underneath
- Leather is in good condition
- Dashboard and trims are in good condition
- Bolsters appear full and well-kept
- No rips or tears to the upholstery
- Presents well throughout
The Mechanics
- 4398cc V8 engine
- 5-speed automatic transmission
- Mechanically standard
- Brand new exhaust system fitted
- The vendor reports that the car has proven very reliable
- We've no reports of any mechanical issues
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