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£14,735
Euro 1986 BMW 520i 5-Speed
Canada • 26 Jun 2026
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AI Listing Summary
This 1986 BMW 520i is a European-market E28 model featuring a desirable 5-speed manual transmission and several desirable upgrades like Recaro seats and BBS wheels.
While it boasts recent mechanical work including a timing belt replacement and suspension upgrades, visible paint imperfections and a past 'Gross Polluter' designation indicate it's not perfect.
Condition
7
The car has had significant mechanical and cosmetic upgrades with recent service. However, the seller notes paint imperfections are visible on the body, which prevents a higher rating. It falls into the 'Very Good' category.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
WBADK510909642457
Odometer:
60,000 miles
Reg Number:
A657 AP
RHD/LHD:
LHD
Shown 2.0-Liter Inline-Six Five-Speed Manual Transmission Platana Green Metallic Patterned Cloth Upholstery BBS RS 211 16" Wheels Four-Wheel Disc Brakes Bilstein Shocks and H&R Springs Recaro LX Front Seats 1979 Nardi Classic Steering Wheel Nardi Classic Shift Knob Blaupunkt Hamburg SQM 23 Head Unit Infinity & Kicker Speakers Timing Belt Replaced 2026 Euro-Spec Non-Sunroof Example
This 1986 BMW 520i is a left-hand-drive European-market example that was acquired by the seller .
Subsequent work has included installation of Bilstein Sport shocks, H&R Sport springs, 16″ BBS RS211 wheels with Continental ExtremeContact DWS06+ tires, Recaro LX bucket seats, a Blaupunkt Hamburg SQM 23 DAB head unit, and a Nardi Classic steering wheel and matching shift knob as well as a timing belt replacement, valve adjustment, and oil change.
Originally sold new in Spain, the car was imported to the United States in late 2018 and was previously offered and before being acquired by the current owner ...
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£1,912
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£6,700
Median Price (Since 2020)
£15,777
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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