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£21,035

1988 BMW 535i 5-Speed

United States • 20 Oct 2025

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Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1988 BMW 535i is a modified example with 171k miles, featuring several aftermarket upgrades like CATuned coilovers and E30 sport seats. While it has a clean Carfax report and benefits from recent maintenance, it also has some cosmetic blemishes and replaced components, which may affect its value.

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Condition 

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The car has moderate wear. There are a few small dents, a scratch, and a crack in the rear bumper. Some reconditioning is required.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

WBADC7400J1719639

Odometer:

171,000 miles

Reg Number:

[Reg Number]

RHD/LHD:

LHD

3.4-Liter M30B34 Inline-Six Five-Speed Manual Transmission Limited-Slip Differential Delphin Metallic Paint Pearl Beige Upholstery CATuned Coilover Suspension E34 540i-Specification Front Brakes 16" Style 5 Alloy Wheels 535is-Sourced Front & Rear Spoilers Integrated Fog Lights Sunroof Air Conditioning E30 Sport Seats Cruise Control Power Windows Cassette Stereo Manufacturer's literature & Service Records Clean Carfax Report
The car is finished in Delphin Metallic (184) and has been fitted with a 535is-sourced front air dam and rear spoiler.

Additional exterior details include a power sunroof, integrated fog lights, and dual central exhaust outlets.

Paintless dent repair was performed in 2025, and exterior blemishes include a ding on the roof, a crack in the rear bumper, a scratch on the right-front door, and an indentation near the left headlight.

Front and rear strut tower braces, E34 540i-specification front brake components, and CATuned coilover suspension have been added, the l...

Points of note

£4,446

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£14,021

Median Price (Since 2020)

£31,158

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