The 850i is first from the 8-series. In 1989, it was one of the most advanced cars on the market and equipped with an M70B50, 5-litre V12 engine, good for 300 hp and 450 NM of torque.
Although the 8 Series was the replacement for the 6 Series, it was not a direct successor to the 6 Series. A lot more expensive, improved performance and luxury, the 8 Series was for entirely different target audience. The 8 Series had to compete with the Mercedes-Benz SL and Porsche 928 - an area where BMW had not been active until then.
The 8 Series was very enthusiastically received by press and public at the IAA in Frankfurt in 1989. No fewer than 5,000 orders were placed for the new coupé. Partly due to the global recession in the early 1990s, the Gulf War and spiking fuel prices, sales numbers declined rapidly and, after 10 years and 30,621 units built, production ceased in May 1999.
Due to the low production numbers and hefty maintenance costs, many 8-series were either scrapped or ‘kept roadworthy’. Well-maintained examples are rare, which makes it difficult to find any.
Although the 850i we are offering has slightly higher mileage (although still 7000km/year is of course not much), it has been perfectly maintained by the current owner (and garage owner) for the past 18 years. Technically a very neat car and also optically in good condition with some signs of use in the interior. Thanks to the red colour, a fresh appearance between all the grey and black.
Our opinion
Just a neat 850i in a nice colour. 18 years the same owner and neatly maintained. A super nice travel car and of course 12-cylinders, a dying breed.... In our humble opinion a fantastic coupe to be enjoyed for a long time to come.
About the seller
The current owner bought the car 18 years ago to expand his collection. So, in addition to an E30 M3, Renault Alpine, Porsche 964 and a whole collection of unusual engines, he now has a luxury variant among the very sporty cars. As a garage owner, he also has the ability and knowledge to keep a car like this in good condition. It hardly ever gets driven, which is why the car may go to a new enthusiast.
Equipment
This 850i is factory-equipped with, among other things:
- Automatic gearbox
- Electric sunroof
- Alarm system
- Board computer
- Leather upholstery
- Electric windows
- Electric seat adjustment with memory
- Climate control
- Cruise control
- Electrically adjustable steering wheel
Modifications
- Protech paint treatment
- Alpina style rims
Notes
For age and mileage, the 850i looks neat. Technically in order and in terms of paintwork where cosmetically some painting has been done, just neat. The boot mat may be replaced for good looks.
Recent service history
The car has always been punctually maintained by the owner who owns a garage where a wide variety of exotics are serviced.
Included in the sale
- Two keys
- Various booklets and folders
Summary
Seller type - Private
Location - Brabant
Chassis number - WBAEG21060CB05443
Registration number - SX-JN-58
Date part 1 - 19-03-1991
Mileage - 230,456 km
Demonstration - Yes, using NAP.
Warranty - No
VAT/margin car - Margin
Bodywork - Coupé
Engine - 5 litre V12 with 300 hp
Drive system - Rear-wheel drive
Gearbox - Automatic transmission
Exterior - Brilliant Rot
Interior - Black with red contrasts
Upholstery - Leather
Smoking car - No
Owned since - 2006
Tyres - Rear Michel Super Sport 275-30-19 DOT 2010 and > 6mm, Front 245-35-19 DOT 2010 and > 6mm
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