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Winning bid
£23,750

1999 BMW 840Ci Sport Individual (E31)

Highlights

  • Less than 22,500 miles
  • Rare Individual Steel Blue paint finish
  • Light Silver-Grey Nappa Leather upholstery with electrically operated leg supports
  • MOT valid until June 2026
  • Recently serviced with new spark plugs and brake pads


The Appeal

While it had a bit of a rocky launch, the BMW 8-Series is undeniably a '90s peak for the German marque. The company invested a staggering 1.5 billion Deutschmarks in production, with the very latest in CAD design and aerodynamic development creating a sleek, timeless and shamelessly futuristic car, loaded with top-notch tech and crowned by a showstopping pair of pop-up headlights.

Packed with an option of either a meaty V8 or a refined V12 powerplant, there was plenty of sporting pretence to the 8 series, and while it didn't charm on release, it's aged magnificently. Enthusiasts are picking these up in droves, and who could blame them?

This excellent example stands out for its low mileage of less than 22,500 miles and its desirable Individual Steel Blue livery, which is handsomely paired with a Cream Nappa Leather cabin. Having been previously owned by a collector and stored under cover, and accompanied by a long MOT, this slicked-back tourer has everything going for it and will make a very impressive addition to your garage.
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History and Paperwork

  • 1999 registration
  • The DVLA records 3 former keepers
  • Stored under cover throughout its life
  • Current mileage is less than 22,500 miles
  • Not known to have been modified from factory specification
  • Recent full inspection (11 service) completed
  • BMW invested £1.5 billion Deutschmarks in the development of the 8 Series
  • MOT valid until June 2026

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The Condition

  • Exterior appears in smart condition for its age with no significant issues
  • Gentle chips and marks, but no corrosion we can discern
  • Driver's side door mirror has 2 minor marks and a slight chip on the arm
  • Two small chips were recorded in the latest MOT, though these do not impede visibility
  • Underside appears in smart condition for its age
  • All tyres look in good order 
  • Alloy wheels appear to be in fine fettle
  • Interior presents well
  • Silver-Grey Nappa Leather upholstery is generally sound, commensurate with the car's low mileage
  • Bolsters appear full and supportive
  • Original Blaupunkt radio and phone
  • Automatic air conditioning
  • Seats feature additional electrically operated leg supports
  • Some marks and scuffs to the underside of the dash 
  • Some gentle wear to the door cards 

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The Mechanics

  • 4.4-litre V8 engine
  • 6-speed automatic transmission
  • Engine bay is in fine order
  • New spark plugs installed
  • New brake pads fitted
  • Power steering service completed
  • Light refresh of the whole car performed to prepare it for sale
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Winning bid
£23,750
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Auction Details

  • Year1999
  • MakeBMW
  • Model8 Series
  • ColourBlue
  • Odometer22,500 Miles
  • Engine size4400cc
  • TransmissionAutomatic, 6 speed
  • Steering positionRight Hand Drive
  • Seller TypePrivate
  • TownBream
  • CountyGloucestershire
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
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Bidding history

33 Bids

Sonnygr••••
Bid
£23,750
03/09/25
Chuddle
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£23,500
03/09/25
Sam••••
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£23,000
01/09/25
CooperG••••
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£22,500
01/09/25
Sam••••
Bid
£22,000
01/09/25
CooperG••••
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£21,000
01/09/25
Sam••••
Bid
£20,500
01/09/25
CooperG••••
Bid
£20,000
01/09/25
Sam••••
Bid
£19,500
01/09/25
Sam••••
Bid
£19,000
01/09/25

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