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1986 BMW 735i Buy It Now: £13,000
United Kingdom • 27 Nov 2024
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1986 BMW 735i is a well-preserved example from the E23 era, boasting a strong inline-6 engine and striking Cosmos Blue Metallic finish. With only three previous owners and significant recent upgrades, including suspension and air conditioning, this classic BMW offers a blend of luxury and performance.
Condition
8
Based on the description, the car is in exceptional condition, enhanced by garage storage and recent refurbishment. The extensive service history, documented maintenance, and upgraded components (like the Bilstein dampers and Pandora alarm) indicate meticulous care. The presence of rare and expensive BBS alloys further suggests a well-maintained vehicle.
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Automatic
Transmission:
WBAFH820307874104
Chassis No:
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
D735 HWU
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
This last production BMW 735i from the E23 era stands out as a remarkable specimen of luxury and performance.
Beneath its hood lies the renowned 3.
4-litre M30 inline-6 power plant, delivering 218bhp to the rear wheels through the four-speed automatic transmission.
Elegantly finished in the striking Cosmos Blue Metallic (185) with a Pacific velour interior, this UK-supplied 735i shows only three keepers recorded on the V5C.
First registered in 1986, the 735i initially served as a demonstrator vehicle for G.
Eric Hunt (BMW) Ltd.
‘D735 HWU’ was carefully selected by the supplying dealership to match the model.
In 1989, it was subsequently sold to a gentleman who would serve as its custodian for the next 30 years.
Equipped well for the era, it also has a leather M-Tech 1 steering wheel fitted.
Today the 735i has the very rare 17" BBS RZ412 alloys, which cost in excess of £2,000.
In 2019, recommissioning included the installation of a new radiator, ABS pressure sensor, fuel lines...
Points of note
£1,456
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£7,556
Median Price (Since 2020)
£22,500
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Nov 11 2026
Latest MOT Mileage
116,554 miles
Registration Date
1986-08-20
MOT History
Passed
On Nov 12 2025 with 116,554 miles
Passed
On Apr 05 2024 with 115,364 miles
Failed
On Apr 02 2024 with 115,364 miles
There were 7 defects noted.
Major:
- Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- Offside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
- Power steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))
Advisory:
- exhaust has a minor leak
Passed
On Apr 09 2022 with 115,194 miles
Passed
On Apr 06 2021 with 115,070 miles
Passed
On Mar 13 2020 with 114,760 miles
Passed
On Apr 10 2019 with 112,903 miles
Passed
On May 08 2017 with 112,417 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- slight movement in both rear pitman arms
Passed
On May 17 2016 with 112,417 miles
Passed
On May 22 2015 with 112,390 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- slight movement in both rear pitman arms
Passed
On May 21 2014 with 112,390 miles
Passed
On Jun 13 2012 with 110,355 miles
Failed
On Apr 30 2012 with 110,338 miles
There were 3 defects noted, with 2 deemed dangerous.
Fail:
- (Dangerous) Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
- (Dangerous) Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed
On Nov 17 2010 with 109,803 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- o/s/r tyre tread getting very low on edges
Passed
On Nov 18 2009 with 109,633 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed
On Nov 20 2008 with 109,042 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
User Entered:
- Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing
Passed
On Nov 26 2007 with 108,661 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed
On Nov 16 2006 with 107,842 miles
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