1987 BMW E28 535i

Highlights

• Classic Alpinweiss with period body kit
• Low mileage of under 66,000 miles
• Factory standard car in well kept order
• Recent import from Japan
• Full service history, extensive records
• Long MOT to February 2026 with no advisories

The Appeal

The E28 is where BMW’s dominance of the executive saloon car park began. Blending crisp, handsome lines and impeccable German quality with the firm’s ‘ultimate driving machine’ ethos delivered a saloon that was as much status symbol as four door sports car.

None more so than this car, the 535i. Sharing its straight six 3.4L motor with the M535i, this was the car for the 80s executive in a hurry. Before arriving here in 2025, 5his car spent its entire life in the cossetting environs of Japan where salt-free roads and high standards of maintenance rule.

Finished in Alpinweiss white with full M Sport body kit, it is a well kept car. That extends to the smart blue interior, with its array of M Sport features. The car has the added advantage of a long MOT that runs to February 2026 with no advisories.

For enthusiasts of sporting saloons, this 535i is a proper treat.

The History and Paperwork

• First registered 1987
• Originally registered in Japan
• Remained in Japan until early 2025
• First UK registered 1st March 2025
• One registered keeper since arrivin in UK
• Factory handbooks as shown
• MOT to 19th February 2026 with no advisories
• Displays 105,821 kms (65,754 miles)

The Condition

• Alpinweiss white paintwork in generally good condition with matching M Sport body kit
• Paintwork shows some minor imperfections which can be checked in photos
• Factory standard exterior with original chromework, lights and other fittings
• Chrome screen surrounds front and rear show some fading as can be seen
• Small area of bubbling to note below base of rear screen
• Bodywork otherwise appears to be well kept with minor points to note
• Underside in good order according to photos with no structural advisories on MOT
• Fitted with lattice-style bolted alloy wheels in fair condition with some age to note
• Non-matching alloy wheel in boot as shown
• Tyres date from 2003 and may require replacement
• Lights appear to have clear lenses front and rear with no reported damage
• Headlight plastic trims show light fade as shown
• Front and rear bumpers present well showing some light marks
• Blue fabric interior with M Sport seats to front and rear
• Front seats show light wear including driver’s bolster and passenger squab
• Interior appears to be largely original with period radio cassette fitted
• Dashboard has cracks to top as shown in photos
• Switchgear presents well with clear white decals as shown
• Headlining, door cards and carpets in fair, original condition with light age
• Carpets fitted with protective BMW over mats in matching blue colour
• Specification includes electric windows and electric glass sunroof
• Boot area correctly trimmed in grey carpet which appears to be in good order
• No reported faults with electrics, lighting switchgear or dials
• No dashboard warning lights visible in photos or notified

The Mechanics

• 3,437cc M30 straight six fuel injected engine
• ZAF 4spd automatic gearbox
• Tools and jack as shown
• No reported running or driving issues
• No advisories on current MOT

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