Equipment

Mystic Blue Metallic paintwork, Beige Dakota leather upholstery, 18-inch M double spoke alloy wheels in anthracite, 6-speed manual transmission, M Sports package, M Aerodynamics package, M Sports suspension, Sports seats, M leather steering wheel, Fine wood interior trim, Shadowline exterior trim, Kidney grilles in gloss black, Front and rear parking sensors (PDC), Cruise control, Automatic lights and wipers, Air conditioning, Anthracite headlining, Velour floor mats in beige, BMW toolkit, Spare remote key.

Exterior

A very tastefully specified 3.0 M Sport model, and a rare find with that all-important third pedal. The E60's distinctive Bangle-era styling has matured beautifully, and finished in attractive Mystic Blue, this one stands out with real presence and sophistication. The bodywork is in excellent condition with a great depth of shine and colour. The anthracite alloy wheels are an attractive contrast against the paintwork and further enhance the car's sporting appearance. While this is a highly original and well-kept example, it remains a genuinely usable modern classic, displaying only a few minor cosmetic marks consistent with careful use. Overall, it presents remarkably well for its age and mileage.

Interior

The interior offers a perfect balance of luxury and driver-focused design. The supple Dakota leather upholstery remains in excellent order, providing a pleasing contrast to the exterior colour scheme, while the fine wood trim adds warmth and elegance throughout the cabin. The seats, carpets, dashboard, and switchgear all show minimal wear, further reflecting the car's low mileage. The E60 is renowned for its comfort, refinement and long-distance driveability, and this example still delivers an impressive driving environment with much more charm than any modern BMW.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION

At the heart of the 530i is a 3-litre BMW straight-six, a brilliant engine renowned for its smoothness, responsiveness, and distinctive character. Producing effortless performance across the rev range, it’s perfectly matched to a six-speed manual gearbox, offering a level of driver engagement increasingly absent from modern executive saloons. The engine performs really well and the gearbox delivers precise, satisfying shifts. The car recently benefits from a fresh service and mechanical inspection at the current mileage of 46k.

History File

Accompanying the 530i is an excellent maintenance history with regular servicing since new. The last service was only recently carried out in May 2026 by our trusted classic car workshop. New discs and pads were fitted all round less than 500 miles ago. The paperwork is complete with a selection of invoices and MOT certificates, the original BMW document pouch with all handbooks, the stamped service booklet, a spare remote key, and the current V5C showing only 4 former keepers.

With its rare manual transmission, desirable colour combination, low ownership, and just 46,565 miles from new, this 530i M Sport represents a rare opportunity to acquire one of the most engaging and increasingly collectible modern M Sport saloons.

06/05/2008 at 2,872 miles – oil service – BMW

16/08/2008 at 3,382 miles – brake fluid – BMW

08/11/2008 at 3,886 miles – micro filter – BMW

05/11/2009 at 5,048 miles – oil service – BMW

06/09/2010 at 7,703 miles – brake fluid – BMW

09/12/2010 at 8,494 miles – micro filter – BMW

08/08/2011 at 10,173 miles – oil service – BMW

06/08/2012 at 12,011 miles – oil service, brake fluid – BMW

04/02/2013 at 12,686 miles – micro filter – BMW

05/08/2013 at 13,495 miles – oil service – BMW

06/08/2014 at 14,812 miles – oil service – BMW

13/04/2015 at 15,365 miles – micro filter – BMW

14/12/2015 at 16,104 miles – oil service, micro filter – BMW

05/09/2016 at 16,776 miles – brake fluid – BMW

28/06/2017 at 17,999 miles – oil service, micro filter – BMW

23/10/2018 at 19,916 miles – oil service, micro filter – BMW

04/06/2020 at 28,969 miles – oil service, micro filter, spark plugs, brake fluid – ESM Services

18/12/2021 at 39,540 miles – oil service, brake fluid – ESM Services

19/07/2024 at 46,115 miles – oil service, all brakes, brake fluid – Sports Car Barn

20/05/2026 at 46,550 miles – oil service, AC condenser – Forest Motors

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