Highlights

Ultra-rare opportunity to acquire BMW's '90s flagship
Reportedly one of just 17 remaining in the country
Just two former registered keepers
Reported to be in original condition
BMW-serviced to 41,000 miles with various invoices and invoices thereafter
Private registration included in the sale

The Appeal

The E38-generation BMW 750iL sits at the very top of the 1990s luxury saloon hierarchy, its silky 5.4-litre V12 and long-wheelbase cabin offering a driving experience few contemporaries could match. These flagship models have become increasingly sought after, and survivors in original condition are now genuinely scarce. This car is especially noteworthy, with just two former registered keepers and low mileage for its age.

Our BMW has recently emerged from a period of storage and runs and drives, though it does require recommissioning attention. The exterior presents well overall but carries some marks and age-related imperfections, while the blue leather interior is complete but tired in places. For the enthusiast prepared to invest some care in bringing it back to regular use, this rare V12 saloon represents a worthwhile prospect.

Key Information

Mileage: 80,290 miles (indicated, unwarranted); the odometer display is occasionally faulty, although reported to be working recently when batter fully charged
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: no current MOT (expired)
Technical specs: 5.4-litre V12 petrol, five-speed automatic
Paperwork: BMW service records to 41,000 miles, plus various invoices for subsequent servicing

Service history (recent years):

09/23 - mileage not recorded - D. Stephenson Specialist Cars (x2 invoices)
12/19 - mileage not recorded - D. Stephenson Specialist Cars
08/19 - mileage not recorded - D. Stephenson Specialist Cars

The Detail

Recently come out of storage after being off the road for a couple of years; driven only lightly and not on the road
Engine runs and the vendor reports it sounds good, though a misfire has been noted which requires further investigation
Whine noted from the power steering
Gearbox engages drive and reverse without issue, though the vendor notes the vehicle would benefit from further inspection
Some marks, light paint damage, and age-related imperfections to the exterior
The dash, while did not work well at time of photographs, comes and goes and came come back fully working (seems to work better once the battery is fully charged)
Interior is complete with blue leather, though it is tired in places with some damage on the driver's seat
Underside of the car has not been inspected by the vendor

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