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Not an easy decision to make but after six years of happy ownership it's time for me to scratch an itch that is owning a convertible. Children are on the horizon so if I don't make the switch now Mrs Thierry may not sign it off.
I'm based in Redhill, Surrey, and not interested in p/x. Please point out any information I miss in the advert, it's been a while since I last sold a car. Or pm me if you want to arrange a viewing or have any questions.
I'm looking for
• Registered 02/06/2006 (06 Reg)
• 83,800 Miles (approx.)
• MOT’ed untill 18/08/18, no advisories
• Metallic Silver Grey
• 3.0lt Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (265bhp)
• 6 Speed Manual Gearbox
• Sport Button
• M Sport Suspension
• Dream Red Leather Heated Electric M Sport Seats (Inc. 3 position memory on drivers seat)
• Aluminium Interior Trim
• Chunky M Sport Leather Multi-Function S/Wheel
• 18” MV2 Style Alloys (Staggered)
• BMW Professional Satellite Navigation
• BMW HiFi System Professional (10 Speakers) Inc. 6 CD Changer
• Bluetooth Phone Preparation
• Xenon Headlights Inc. Washers
• Automatic Air Conditioning
• Parking Distance Control (rear sensors)
• Automatic Lights
• Automatic Windscreen Wipers
• Extended Storage Pack
• Electrically Adjustable Heated Mirrors
• Auto dim interior mirror
• On-board Computer
• Remote Central Locking
• Hill Start Assist
• Stubby, ZHP gearknob and non-RF tyres
Car has full service history, by BMW up to 46k miles and by Independent's since. The last service was an Inspection I at 76k miles (Mar-2016) with brake fluid changed on 79k miles (Jan-17). OBC showing as 9,000 miles to next service, but I'll be putting it in for an oil service in the next few weeks. It has recent brake discs and pads all around, and alloys were refurbished last year (properly, not a smart repair).
Only bad points are that the front bumper has a car-park scratch and the nearside headlight is a bit cloudy (some water got in to the unit when I replaced the indicator bulb and didn't put the cover back on properly ), shown in photos below. Otherwise I'd say it is in very good condition for an 11-year old 84k mile car.
I purchased the car from a forum member in Jan 2012, on 47k miles. I didn't think I'd ever own the same car for more than 3 years but it still feels special and makes me smile when I get in it. I might end up keeping her but thought I'd test the waters... hopefully it can give the next owner another six years of happy motoring
IMG_5573 by Henry, on Flickr
IMG_5571 by Henry, on Flickr
IMG_5576 by Henry, on Flickr
IMG_5574 by Henry, on Flickr
IMG_5579 by Henry, on Flickr
IMG_5577 by Henry, on Flickr
IMG_5572 by Henry, on Flickr
20171022_143850 by Henry, on Flickr
*** Update: 23rd October ***
Added details of service history and photo of keys, paperwork, etc. Apologies for formatting.
When Mileage What Who
Aug-07 12,700 Oil Service BMW Blackheath
Aug-08 22,300 Brake Fluid BMW Blackheath
May-10 31,400 Inspection I BMW Blackheath
Jun-11 45,200 Brake Fluid Ben Cross Motors
Aug-11 46,200 Oil Service BMW Tyneside
Jan-14 56,300 Inspection II D&T Wise BMW Service Centre
Oct-14 62,700 Brake Fluid Kwik-fit
Mar-16 76,000 Inspection I AD Autotechnik Performance Car Specialists
Jan-17 79,400 Brake Fluid KSM Autoclinic
Paperwork etc by Henry, on Flickr
Engine bay photo to follow when I see daylight and it's not raining.