BMW 520 E12 '80

• BMW 520 E12 from 1980 with manual 4-speed gearbox

• 1,990 cc engine
  
• Indicated mileage of 152,233 km
  
• Good professional restoration
  
• Belgian registration documents and Belgian Car-Pass present
  
  

The BMW 520 E12 belongs to the first generation of the BMW 5 Series and combines the classic, clean BMW styling of the 1970s and early 1980s with the brand’s typical rear-wheel-drive character. Today, the E12 has a distinctly classic appearance and represents a recognisable chapter in BMW history.




This example was first registered on 17 July 1980 and is finished in Polaris Metallic. The 1,990 cc engine is paired with a manual 4-speed gearbox. The indicated mileage is 152,233 km. The chassis number is 6875298.




The car underwent a good professional restoration in the past. The bodywork is original and the paintwork has been repainted. The underside remains in very good original condition. The interior presents well and is original, while the carpets are in very good condition.




Technically, both the engine and engine compartment are in excellent original condition. The car has been perfectly maintained and all fluids are fresh. The clutch and manual 4-speed gearbox function properly. There are still a few points requiring attention regarding the brakes, electrical system and lighting.




Our Oldtimerfarm inspection team has prepared an expert report for this car.




Technical data




• Make: BMW


• Model: 520 E12
  
• Year: 1980
  
• Date of first registration: 17/07/1980
  
• Engine capacity: 1,990 cc
  
• Transmission: Manual 4-speed gearbox
  
• Steering: Left-hand drive (LHD)
  
• Colour: Polaris Metallic
  
• Indicated mileage: 152,233 km
  
• Chassis number: 6875298
  
  

Condition and points of attention




Restoration and originality




• Good professional restoration




Bodywork




• Original


• Left side of the rear bumper has a hole caused by rust
  
  

Paintwork




• Repainted




Underside




• Very good original condition


• Small spot on the left side to be treated against rust
  
  

Tyres




• Good tread


• Old and only suitable for limited further use
  
• Tyres date from 2016
  
  

Interior and carpets




• Attractive and original interior


• Carpets in very good condition
  
• Two cracks in the centre of the dashboard
  
  

Chassis number check




• Original and clearly legible


• Location: engine compartment
  
  

Engine compartment




• Excellent original condition




Engine and mechanics




Engine




• Excellent original condition




Fluids and maintenance




• Perfectly maintained


• All fluids are fresh
  
• No maintenance currently required
  
  

Battery




• Good condition


• Can still last several years
  
  

Clutch




• Works properly




Gearbox




• Manual 4-speed gearbox


• Works properly
  
  

Brakes




• Adjustment required


• Right front brake has less braking force than the left front brake
  
  

Handbrake




• Works properly




Electrical system




• Horn works


• Windscreen wipers work
  
• Heating works
  
• Dashboard does not work
  
• Temperature gauge does not work
  
  

Lighting




• Repair required


• Switch for the hazard lights and fog light is broken
  
  

Axles and suspension




• Work properly




Documents




• Belgian registration documents


• Belgian Car-Pass present
  
• Car-Pass:
  
  

This BMW 520 E12 can be viewed at Oldtimerfarm, Lobulckstraat 9, 9880 Aalter, Belgium.

Visits are possible with or without an appointment. If desired, the car can also be inspected on a vehicle lift.

Oldtimerfarm has more than 300 classic cars and motorcycles and is located just 5 minutes from the Aalter exit of the E40 motorway.

Also watch our videos:

Warranty:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mv9nimvtu8M

Mileage of classic cars (km/Miles):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-sd5QJg5po

Purchase procedure:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NNc9Ag1mDPQ