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1986 BMW 520i 5-Speed

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Brewster, Massachusetts 0263127,000 milesManual
UnsoldMar 26, 2020
Final bid$7,500

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Summary
This European-market 1986 BMW 520i is a left-hand-drive example finished in Platana Green metallic over a Pine Green cloth interior, featuring a five-speed manual gearbox and rear-wheel drive. It boasts a significant mechanical overhaul in 2019 totaling nearly $18k, including a transmission rebuild and timing belt replacement, with the clutch replaced in 2020. The car shows approximately 27,340 miles and is a desirable slicktop Euro E28 with slimmer bumpers and unique headlights.
Trait
Quantity
Most Recent Sale
Year
119 (16%)
10/15/2026
Color
Platana Green Metallic
4 (<1%)
6/26/2026
Transmission
463 (62%)
10/15/2026
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Loading sold figures · 12 months to Mar 26, '20

Listing history

4 appearances
  • 6/26/2026
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    Sold
    $19kview
  • 5/25/2025
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    Sold
    $16kview
  • 3/12/2022
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    Sold
    $16kview
  • 3/26/2020
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    Unsold· this listing
    $7.5k
Bid History
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Final bid
$7.5k
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Views
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Bids
23
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Comments
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Top Comments
BloodyHell Oh, man. I hate to be this guy. Is the mileage accurate? That driver's seat. One repair item notes the customer ... View more
LessDollarsThanCents Sometimes you're the windshield, sometimes you're the fly.
Ack20 I drove about 200 miles today to see this car and I was not disappointed , a very solid car all round , with a beautiful ... View more
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