Description
For sale is my 1985 BMW 728i, 5-speed manual. The car was originally a South African built car and was imported to the UK last year when I acquired it.
The car was in overall excellent condition for its age at 40 years old, the previous two owners in South Africa spared no expense on this car, the original owner had it serviced by the same dealer from new to 125K KMs, then the second owner took over and kept a detailed list of all work they did from 142K KM to 203K KM in an Excel spreadsheet that I have a copy of. In my ownership I have completed some additional mechanical work, including a new hydraulic brake booster and some cosmetic restoration, such as the bonnet insulation has been replaced.
The car, as expected being a South African import is 100% rust free, the condition of the paint work is 99%, there are a few age related marks but nothing that detracts from the overall presentation of the car. The car is in Tunis Beige Metallic, which is an SA specific colour name, it closely resembles the European colour of Bronzit Beige Metallic. The interior is also in excellent condition with only some slight wear to the drivers seat bolster which I just haven't had the time to get it sorted so far.
Mechanically the car is strong and pulls without any issue through all the gears of the 5-Speed manual gearbox and that manual gearbox makes all the difference in the E23 it enhances the driving experience over the sluggish auto box. The car also has a stainless steel exhaust to original BMW specification along with the factory fitted tow bar option which adds stronger rear springs which doesn't have any impact on the wonderful handling and driving comfort.
The cars specification and condition lends it to being a car that can be driven, not only at the weekends but for the touring holidays on the continent or as every day transport as not only does it keep up with modern traffic, being 40 years old is exempt from all Scottish LEZs and from April this year can be changed to Historic classification so will become MOT and Road Tax exempt. The car has a current, clean valid MOT.
The car has Electric Mirrors, Electric Windows, Power Steering, Air-Conditioning, Cruise Control and Leather seats, what more do you need?
A practical classic that is appreciating in value and rare to find in such exceptional condition.
Please contact me if you wish to view the car or if you want more photographs or a video walkaround on Facetime or WhatsApp.
