
£14,062 • £9,000 - £11,000
1983 BMW 628CSi (E24) Manual
United Kingdom • 9 Nov 2025
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1983 BMW 628CSi is a rare, UK-supplied model with a manual transmission and desirable Henna Red finish. It benefits from a recently rebuilt engine and several performance upgrades, making it a compelling option for E24 enthusiasts.

Condition
7
The car is described as being in overall solid condition with slight wear visible, but no major damage is mentioned. Upgrades and recent engine rebuild suggest good mechanical condition, but the presence of 'slight wear' keeps it from being rated higher.
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Manual
Transmission:
WBAEA7207D8155044
Chassis No:
Odometer:
119,760 miles
SOX 718Y
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
A successor to the 630CS, the 628CSi was an entry level grand tourer in the BMW 6-Series E24 range Dating from 1983, this striking example is finished in Henna Red with a dark grey velour period interior Fitted with the M30 184bhp, 2.8-litre straight-six offering 0-60mph in 8.3 seconds and 132mph Tastefully upgraded with Bilstein suspension all round, upgraded anti-roll bars, new bushes, 850 CSi brakes, and a bespoke performance stainless exhaust system Engine rebuilt in February 2025 with new shells, rebuilt cylinder head, uprated camshaft and a new clutch (£6,124.56 invoice in the file) Good history file with supporting invoices showing much expenditure Five former registered keepers Current MOT valid until October 2026 Rarely do these 2.8-litre E24 'sharknose' coupés come to market and this example in Henna Red with a manual gearbox and a recently rebuilt engine is particularly desirable Exterior
Points of note
£3,226
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£11,513
Median Price (Since 2020)
£18,547
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Oct 06 2026
Latest MOT Mileage
119,768 miles
Registration Date
1983-04-15
MOT History
Passed
On Oct 07 2025 with 119,768 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed
On Feb 27 2024 with 118,598 miles
Passed
On Mar 23 2023 with 118,583 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Engine Oil leak
Failed
On Oct 25 2022 with 118,521 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Major:
- Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Minor:
- Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Advisory:
- Oil leaks on engine
- Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Passed
On Oct 13 2021 with 116,146 miles
Passed
On Oct 30 2020 with 112,943 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Failed
On Oct 29 2020 with 112,942 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Major:
- Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory:
- Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed
On Apr 26 2019 with 106,945 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Offside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed
On May 11 2018 with 100,042 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
Passed
On May 03 2017 with 93,107 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Passed
On May 20 2016 with 87,845 miles
Passed
On Aug 27 2014 with 87,836 miles
Passed
On May 24 2013 with 87,836 miles
Passed
On May 11 2012 with 87,836 miles
Passed
On May 06 2010 with 87,836 miles
Passed
On Jun 08 2009 with 87,836 miles
Passed
On Apr 30 2008 with 87,836 miles
















