1999 BMW 840CI Sport Individual (E31)

Description

Beautiful three owner Individual spec 4.4 Sport from long term ownership; believed to be the last sold in the UK and in the last 30 ever built; extensive spec inc. Nurburgring suspension pack and rear blind

Supplied new in November 1999 this very late model BMW 840CI was sold by Park West BMW, London (built May 1999) and is believed to be the last sold in the UK and the 30^th from final production car ever (verified) with production ending in May 1999.

A desirable 840CI 4.4 Sport Individual, this car features a bespoke, Individual spec and is finished in delightful Tannen Green and sits upon its original (and refurbished) 17” ‘Throwing star’ three-piece alloy wheels.  

Under the bonnet, we find the powerful 4.4 litre M62 B44 V8 petrol engine which develops 282Bhp and 420NM of torque driving the rear wheels via five-speed automatic/tiptronic transmission.

This example is particularly well optioned in addition to being a Sport Individual model, the spec includes M-Sports package (0337), M Aerodynamics package (0715), M-Sport suspension (0704), desirable Nurburgring suspension package (0782), hydro-steering servotronic (0216), electrically adjustable steering column (0245) passenger airbag (0243), electric sunroof (0401), electric rear sunblind (0416), Sports seats (0481), cruise control (0540), automatic air flow control (0528), auto dim interior mirror (0431), 6 CD changer (0672), HiFi speaker system (0676), M-Sport multi-function steering wheel (0710), anthracite headlining (0775).

In addition to the above optional extras the standard spec includes electric seat adjustment plus memory, electric windows, electric mirrors, pop-up head lights, front fog lights, traction control, heated rear window, dual zone climate control with AC, on-board computer, BMW Business radio/cassette player, rear electric sun blind, ski tube between rear seats, fold down rear seat backs etc.

The interior trim of this example is finished in tan leather piped dark green with anthracite suede headlining which we understand have been refurbished including fitment of a new suede headlining and completely retrimmed front seats matched to a leather sample from the originals.  As a result, the interior looks very fresh and comfortable, the colour contrast looking very special indeed. In the boot, we find the original spare, tool kit, original first aid box, ski tube and the rear B-pillar trims which need to be fitted.

The car has resided with its long-term owner on the Isle of Wight since he took ownership in May 2015 from the second owner, a famous international Golf Pro who owned the car from January 2000 when it had covered just 1,250 miles to 2015 at c.96,000 miles. 

During the current owner's tenure, we understand he sensitively restored the car but didn’t use it, the last MOT until its most recent being in June 2014 at 95,472 miles.  The car currently shows just 96,150 and has covered just c.90 miles since its MOT with some gentle runs by the workshop that MOT’d it, serviced it and did a few small jobs required for the MOT following its time off the road.

Recent works include replacement PSV valve, a service, a replacement coil spring, washer pump and replacement rear tyres which are documented.  Unfortunately, much of the works undertaken in the IoW have gone undocumented (although we have some lists of parts from Snows BMW, IoW) including replacement rear windscreen, but the car and its condition speak for itself.

The history file includes the V5C confirming just two former keepers, the owner’s pack, Certificate of Preparation by Park Lane Limited BMW, London stamped January 2000, Radio code card, Tracker information, BMW approved used car mileage check 21st January 2000 at 1,250 miles, Warranty booklet, stamped dealer warranty and emergency service handbook, spec print-out from Sytner BMW, two keys, a few bills, lists of parts from Snows BMW for the restoration and the current MOT valid until February 2024 with five minor advisories (both rear tyres have since been changed).

A rare opportunity to acquire one of the very last of these rapidly appreciating Modern Classic 90s BMWs with incredible looks, powerful V8 engine and true GT credentials with low owners, under 100k miles and top spec. Investment Alert!

For more information contact - will.daniels@brightwells.com