e91 335i. The Unicorn.

[Sir_Dave]

I wasnt going to post this anywhere (as im sure many people already think im boring/mad), but i thought there might be a few people that would be interested

Car wise, its pretty rare to begin with, so a Space grey '58 plate LCI, 335i touring auto with the N54 engine. Options wise its got oyster leather (my fave, wanted this interior for years), CIC navigation, panoramic roof (that actually works), heated seats, folding mirrors and adaptive xenons with high beam assistant. It doesnt have a combox, front parking sensors or upgraded audio, but i will retrofit all of those at some point in the future i am sure. I've always wanted to have a go at an "Individual Audio" retrofit, so this will probably be the car i finally get to do it on.

And the pièce de résistance ... only 14k miles. One previous owner. 4 services/all MOT's/tyres done at the same BMW dealer since new.

Exterior (couple of minor dings to sort)

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Interior (like new)

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Mileage (ridiculous)

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Photo 25-11-2019, 15 42 02 by Sir_Dave, on Flickr

When i spotted it on Monday morning, i simply had to have it, irrespective of everything else i currently own, for my sad little brain this is the pinnacle ☺

Plan is simply to put it into storage for a few months over winter, then start using it in the Spring when BabySir_Dave arrives.

 

[Cookson]

Oh man, he's back with another epic purchase. Well done that man. Shall we ask about price?

 

[imprezaworks]

Yeah, dare we ask?

 

[Short Norman]

imagine spec'ing that car from new, then hardly ever using it lol.

 

[Ex-User (19928)]

Yeah that’s mad. 14k miles is some epic £ per mile for the first owner!

 

[cat171]

That's proper! Well done!!

 

[Sir_Dave]

imagine spec'ing that car from new, then hardly ever using it lol.

From my research on the V5 names, it seems it was bought/specced from new by the chap that wrote "Only Fools & Horses" and when he died in April 2011, it passed to his wife. My initial thoughts are that she kept it (purely because it was his i imagine) but barely used it - bar the occasional dog walk, judging by the hair in the boot/scuffs on the rear bumper. Price wise, for once i wont be sharing that, it was quote alot for an e9*, but possibly not what its worth to the right buyer. Goodness only knows what Hexagon or Munich Legends would retail it for

 

[TheEvilGiraffe]

All aboard the list of people who WILL ABSOLUTELY BUY THIS WHEN YOU SELL and immediately disappear the second it goes up for sale

 

[TheEvilGiraffe]

Oh man, he's back with another epic purchase. Well done that man. Shall we ask about price?

PM @AK for the number

 

[cat171]

From my research on the V5 names, it seems it was bought/specced from new by the chap that wrote "Only Fools & Horses" and when he died in April 2011, it passed to his wife. My initial thoughts are that she kept it (purely because it was his i imagine) but barely used it - bar the occasional dog walk, judging by the hair in the boot/scuffs on the rear bumper. Price wise, for once i wont be sharing that, it was quote alot for an e9*, but possibly not what its worth to the right buyer. Goodness only knows what Hexagon or Munich Legends would retail it for

John Sullivan. That's nuts!

 

[Sir_Dave]

John Sullivan. That's nuts!

Yup, thats the guy, pretty cool piece of history!

 

[massiveCoRbyn]

Dave, you are utterly mad, but fair play. Your love for the E9* is strong!

Mega spec though, with that engine in an estate in the colour and with the options and mileage etc. The celebrity connection is kinda cool too.

 

[mart.z.s]

Wow 😮 that looks fantastic. Didn’t take long to come back!

 

[Short Norman]

this answers the question as to why the 135 was up for sale.

As for the first line in your op, sod what people think, all your threads make for interesting reading so keep it up

 

[leeds2592]

Dread to think how much it cost but it does look lovely.

I'm currently looking at pre lci 325/330/335d touring's to replace my V40 at some point next year.

 

[Cookie]

Totally gonna mess you around and say I will buy it when you eventually sell it before Mini Sir_Dave arrives

 

[Ex-User (19928)]

That’s lovely. If I can’t bring myself to buy a RRS when it’s sensible car time then I’d love something like this.

 

[Crybert]

Wow!! Did not see this coming dave!

congrats on the wee one. We got a 3 series for the exact same reason although the touring would’ve been better!

when’s collection day? I also didn’t realise they put in an oil temp gauge which is good. I take it that was an LCI thing?

 

[Feirny]

Cue @Sunglasses_Ron coming to sniff the seats!

epic purchase as per, David. If I was good with money I’d be similar to you, so it’s nice to see you doing this as I’d get shot if I tried.

 

[alistairolsen]

Perseverance pays off Dave, great to see you finally find one!

 

[stu8v]

I might be missing something but it looks like any other bm estate. 🤷‍♂️

If was an m car or alpina?

 

[imprezaworks]

I'd say you were missing something lol.

Rare car,
Mint,
Mileage
Fast,
Looks spot on.

 

[Ol’ Tarby]

I might be missing something but it looks like any other bm estate. 🤷‍♂️

If was an m car or alpina?

Is it supposed to look like anything else?

 

[Crybert]

I might be missing something but it looks like any other bm estate. 🤷‍♂️

If was an m car or alpina?

If you know, you know. It’s a very rare car.
LCI check
Touring check
335i check
Add to that the extremely low mileage and that’s a pretty special car imo

 

[Krarl]

Have you licked the drivers seat base yet?

 

[terryc101]

Looks nice apart from the interior colour (kid will soon change that). Strong money for a car of that age though!

 

[imprezaworks]

How many pennies

 

[Crybert]

Also interested. I’m thinking £13k

 

[Ant1]

I like it, nice car.

Proper tunable if that’s your bag with subtle looks, what’s not to like.

 

[jp_lcr]

Now that's lovely, straight-six and couple turbos, subtle and practical. I miss my beemer / autobahn slayer.

 

[Craig]

What a purchase. Not 100% on the interior colour but who cares I'd love with it lol. Your best purchase by far.

 

[GrahamS]

That's an excellent purchase Dave. Might even be reliable at that mileage!

 

[Not a Diesel!!!]

Very nice, as a former 330i e91 lci manual owner. I know how difficult it is to find.

I woulc have paid Strong money myself it was manual. And j am not even looking for a car!

Well played.

 

[Crybert]

Very nice, as a former 330i e91 lci manual owner. I know how difficult it is to find.

I woulc have paid Strong money myself it was manual. And j am not even looking for a car!

Well played.

I don’t think I’ve ever seen a 330 LCI manual!

 

[Not a Diesel!!!]

I don’t think I’ve ever seen a 330 LCI manual!

They stopped building them in 2010. As every one must have bought 335i instead.

Mine was a 2010. So one of the last n.a. straight 6 they made. N53 engine could be troublesome though.

Space grey, pan roof, saddle brown leather, front park sensors, cornering headlights. Nice car.

 

[Crybert]

Any photos? I’ve a pre LCI 330. The LCI is just that bit sweeter

 

[Not a Diesel!!!]

Have you got the n52 or n53? Tricky game with bmw picking the right engine. Same with 335i.

Sorry gave up posting pics when photobucket went sour, had bmw 269 wheels and a bmw performance exhaust. Sold with exhaust but I had not broke that in. Kept thd wheels and sold later current owner on e90post. Replaced with e92 m3 after trying a couple if manual e91 335i's. Then replaced that with last of the meg rs. Cup-s fully loaded in ly.

Still got soft spot for nice touring. Love the lines. Think it was great package. Right size, weight and performance.

 

[Crybert]

It’s an n53. Thankfully it’s had Bmw warranty from 2007-2019 lol. Got the most recent injectors and an impeccable service history

 

[Not a Diesel!!!]

I kept warranty on mine too for the 4 years I had it.

I did the same on my e92 M3. And it was 4 times more expensive. For what is actually a more reliable car.

M tax!

 

[Rojer]

Needs more wood...

Lovely car, pretty much perfect.