Highlights

Comprehensive service history with original service book and parts receipts
Classic Alpineweiss with rare factory BMW M Tech body kit
Recent mechanical upgrades including new CV joints, alternator, and battery
Sympathetically upgraded with Alpina cam and Fritz Bitz stainless exhaust
Regularly used and enjoyed in warm weather and has proved very reliable
Will be sold with fresh 12 months MOT

The Appeal

The second generation M535 brought sports car thrills to saloon car buyers. With 220bhp running through the rear wheels, these nimble cars could easily keep up with supercars whilst transporting four, plus luggage, in proper comfort.

This car is a reminder that Alpineweiss is one of the best colours for these now-rare cars. Here it is accented by a factory M Tech body kit and deep dish lattice alloys. Inside there is a well kept black leather interior with its factory M Tech features intact. There is even an correct Blaupunkt Bremen radio cassette.

The car has been regularly used by the current keeper - around 2,000 miles a year in warm weather - and maintained properly. There is a thick record of work by specialists such as Jaymic. The car is largely standard but with sympathetic upgrades such as an Alpina cam and Fritz Bitz exhaust that make driving it even better.

Regularly serviced and reported to run and drive very well, the car will be sold with a fresh 12 months MOT.

The vendor writes:

“The car is great to drive. The cam and exhaust make it a thrill to rev to redline, with a fantastic sound that you can't get with modern smaller or turbo engines. Acceleration feels rapid despite it's age.

“In person, the car makes a statement with its sharp lines and pointed grill. Really sticks out in a crowd.”

The History and Paperwork

First registered 11th October 1985
Nine registered keepers
Current keeper since June 2019
Driven about 2,000 miles each year, mostly in spring and summer
Kept in a garage when not in use
Serviced every year with filters and fluids
Previous engine disassembly due to overheating, with necessary parts replaced
Old handwritten MOTs as shown
Engine work in 2017 and 2018
Welding, engine work and attention to brakes in 2018 by Jaymic
Some service history in service book as shown
Factory handbooks and wallet
Car will be sold with fresh 12 months MOT
New set of springs purchased and will be fitted for MOT
Previous owner had overheated engine and warped head, which lead to engine disassembly and parts replaced where necessary including wear
Long list of work by seller summarised below

Work since 2019:

Serviced every year across filters & fluids
New CV joints
Fuel tank out for inspection, repairs and respray
New fuel filter, hoses, and tank vent box/hoses
New plugs, leads, distributor, and coil
Replacement alternator & battery
Radiator fan viscous coupling, coolant tank, water pump,
Several cooling system hoses replaced as needed
No overheating issues during ownership, this was preventative maintenance

The Condition

Smart Alpineweiss car with M Tech factory body kit as shown
Paintwork presents well with some areas of age to note
Older respray which vendor describes as an average job
Bodywork presents well with some age to note to certain panels
Bopdywork shows bubbles in some areas including wheel arches
Body kit would benefit from some attention to realign certain components
Underneath is good for age, mostly sealed with light surface rust on subframes
No structural advisories on last MOT expiring in February 2025
Sill jacking points removed and repaired due to rust
Door and window seals in poor condition
Deep dish 16in lattice-style alloy wheels in very good condition as shown
Exterior lights in good order with no reported damage or misting
Full black leather interior with smart M Tech features to seats and wheel
Leather shows some wear but light for age and mileage of vehicle
Interior fittings are well kept and largely original
New Blaupunkt head unit, speakers, and subwoofer installed
Headliner shows water damage; sunroof works
Instruments functional, though speedometer occasionally erratic
No reported electrical, switchgear, lighting or dial faults except as noted

The Mechanics

M30 straight six 3,430cc engine delivering 220bhp
5spd manual gearbox with classic ‘dogleg’ layout
535i with M Tech factory fitted suspension
0-60mph in 7.2 secs
Recently fitted with new springs as required by MOT
Vendor tells us that the car starts and runs fine
He has used it for around 2,000 miles per year always in warm, dry weather
During these journeys he reports that the car has been reliable
Some tasteful modifications detailed below to improve driving experience
Vendor tells us that there is play in gearbox and steering linkage and a minor oil weep
Recent work detailed above including regular servicing
No reported overheating or other running issues
Car will be sold with a new 12 months MOT

Modifications:

Fritz Bitz stainless exhaust including manifold
Alpina cam and ECU chip fitted by dealer or at later date
BMW E34 Front brake calipers and discs
Braided hoses
Spax suspension springs lowered approx 35mm)
Polybushes on subframe/anti-rollbars

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