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V12 296 hp 322 lb-ft torque, previously owned by a former MLB player

Condition: Used
Make: BMW
Model: 8-Series
Type: Coupe
Trim: 850i 79K mi w/rare 6-sp, meticulous maint, gorgeous
Year: 1991
Mileage: 79,550
VIN: WBAEG1316MCB42272
Color: Schwartz - Jet Black
Engine: V12 5.0 liter 296 hp 322 lb-ft
Cylinders: 12
Fuel: Gasoline
Transmission: Getrag 6-speed manual
Drive type: RWD
Interior color: Light Parchment
Drive side: Left-hand drive
Safety: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag
Vehicle Title: Clear
Item location: Reno, Nevada, United States
Extras
Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
CD Player, Leather Seats, Sunroof

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Private seller
Enquire

Description of 1991 BMW 8-Series 850i 79K mi w/rare 6-sp, meticulous maint, gorgeous

1991 BMW 850i 12 cylinders with Getrag 6-speed manual transmission. Schwartz/Jet Black with Light Parchment leather. 79,500 original documented miles. Car being sold by 3rd owner, who purchased it in 2002. Clear title in hand.


Original owner was MLB player Brady Anderson, most notably of the Baltimore Orioles(includes autographed tool kit).


The 8 Series is one of the most stunning BMW models ever produced, and the first 12 cylinder production car with a 6-speed manual.


Interior is a 9.5/10


This vehicle is all stock with the following exceptions:

Modified rear seat divider (performed during Brady Anderson's ownership)

M5 shift knob (illuminates shifting pattern), and Alpine Stereo with 6 CD changer


Car has been kept fully roadworthy and professionally maintained. All maintenance records that were supplied upon my purchase are available dating back to 12/16/1994 with 15,802 miles, as well as all records during my ownership.


Current Nevada registration; always garage kept.


Purchased with 39,000 miles from second owner in January 2002 in Maryland from a car collector outside Baltimore, then driven across country to Nevada. During my ownership, the car has been registered in Nevada, California, and Colorado.


Included in the sale are the chromed CSI throwing star staggered wheels (as shown in the photos) as well as the stock wheels with new centers (see photo of single stock wheel). New Bridgestone tires as of 71,848 miles on 06/01/2011.


All required engine and electrical system maintenance has been performed.


No modifications have been made to the suspension - - all stock.


NOTABLE SERVICING:


Resonators replaced

Repair of both front seat power cables

Installed new windshield at approx. 47,000 miles

New EML Unit at 48,827 miles

New manual transmission at 51,951 miles due to dealer misdiagnosis

New clutch, pressure plate, and throwout bearing at 51,951 miles

Service II Inspection and servicing performed at 55,036 miles

Installed new power steering gasket set and o-rings at 58,732 miles

New headliner

New rear axles installed at 63,294 miles

Replaced weather stripping at bottom of both doors

Both 12 volt batteries replaced in 2013 (car is stored with trickle charger)

Complete intake manifold servicing, new intake manifold gaskets, including replacement of valley pan gasket, fan clutch, and other related parts at 75,354 miles

Two rebuilt DK motors (throttle bodies at front of intake manifold) installed at approximately 77K miles


Maintenancewithin the last year: new motor mounts; replacement of computer module that controls proper seating of windows, sunroof, and all locking mechanisms; rebuilt information display - all pixels functioning; sunroof servicing - all new gearing and rain gutter.


Interior leather seat maintenance performed regularly by professional throughout ownership.


ADDITIONAL FACTORY FEATURES:


4-wheel disk brakes

Limited slip differential

ASC+T Stability Control

Tachometer

Information display settings including:

2 fuel consumption indicators, temp, speed, distance, range, code, limit, timer, km/mls

clock, date, memo settings

Self-dimming mirror

Dual front air conditioning zone controls

Seat Integrated seat belt system

Leather steering wheel with tilt and telescoping adjustments

3 position driver's seat memory

Front fog lights

Rear defogger

Intermittent front wipers

Theft deterrent system


Please ask all questions BEFORE bidding, and feel free to ask any questions regarding the car's condition or history.


Prefer local pickup, as we cannot adjust our net price to offset buyer's shipping expenses. Please have your cash or financing in place before making a bid. If you make a Best Offer please include all specifics (how/when you intend to pay and take delivery) or it will not be considered. THANK YOU!