1995 BMW 850

By the mid 90s, BMW were riding the crest of a wave. The company was experiencing a surge in sales, which allowed them to develop cars for their rang that really pushed the envelope. So, when the E24 6 series was due for replacement, BMW went all out. The resulting 8 series took the world by storm, with looks to die for and exciting engine configuration. But whilst the 8 series was an accomplished GT car, the model lacked a truly inspiring flagship. Cue the 850csi – the closest BMW came to making a production ‘M8’.

Powered by a Motorsport-designed multi-valve V12 engine – that would later go on in adapted form to power the game-changing Maclaren F1 – the 850csi was the most expensive car BMW had made up to that point. It featured a wealth of new tech – from four wheel steer to the powerplant itself – fantastic spec, and oodles of charisma.

Only 160 of these fabulous cars were produced in right hand drive. This particular car has benefitted from a good deal of preventative work, and is well on its way to being fully restored and future-proofed. The Munich Legends team have rebuilt the engine, and the owner commissioned a well-known 8 series specialist to cover a huge list of work prior to us meeting the car, which due to the owner suffering unexpected long term illness has now been paused.

However, this fabulous 850 csi is very well put together, mechanically fit and ready to drive. Perfect for a collector or enthusiast who will enjoy the final leg of the restoration journey, to call this car a ‘project’ is really to do it a disservice. It is probably in as good or better condition than many an 850 csi that is in regular use.

As with all our ‘project cars’, we follow a strict protocol. We cannot accept holding deposits or distant sales, and the sale will be done on a first come – first serve basis, with the buyer paying in full and collecting. We will be unable to offer any discount on the price.

For further information on this superb 850csi or to book a viewing, please contact our showroom team by email (we will be unable to answer initial telephone queries on this car) and one of our team will be in touch.