*** Interested parties should note, this vehicle was subject to a CAT C insurance loss in 06/2009 ***

Highlights

Advisory-free MOT until 28th January 2026
Drives beautifully, the vendor tells us
Serviced annually during current ownership, regardless of low mileage

The Appeal

Destined to compete with the Porsche 928 and Mercedes-Benz R129 SL, the BMW 8 Series was designed as the ultimate grand tourer, purpose-built for long-distance, cross-continental jaunts.

Altogether lighter on the wallet to run than the V12 flagship, while still offering impressive performance, the 840ci Sport variant offers a well-judged balance of power and refinement with its V8 engine.

This 1997 example presents in an attractive colour combination and has been regularly serviced while accumulating low mileage with its current owner. It shows some age-related wear as expected of a 26-year-old vehicle, but remains a handsome-looking car that runs well and is described as a real head turner.

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History and Paperwork

UK market RHD car
Serviced annually during current ownership
Only driven locally by the vendor, we are told
Low mileage accumulated with current owner
Owner reluctantly selling due to busy family life and business commitments
Car not being used enough to justify keeping
MOT until 28th January 2026

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The Condition

Presents as a handsome-looking car in a fetching colour scheme
Shows signs of wear typical for a 26-year-old vehicle
Slight crack on the front off-side fog light
Cracks in the windscreen present (see photographs below)
Slight flaking of paintwork on front bumper
Bonnet is starting to fade slightly and could benefit from professional polishing
Black leather interior
Interior may benefit from a clean up but appears in good condition
Some discolouration/wear to the carpets

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The Mechanics

4.4-litre V8 petrol engine
Five-speed automatic transmission
Drives well and sounds impressive, the vendor remarks
Has an isolator switch on the battery (installed because the vehicle sits unused for periods of time)
Reportedly starts immediately once the isolator switch is turned on
Exhaust has a slight blow, but nothing significant
No MOT advisories

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