2011 BMW 1M COUPE - 6,207 MILES

KEY FACTS

• An exceptionally low-mileage and superbly presented example of a rare modern performance hero.
• Under the bonnet is the N54 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged straight-six, producing 335bhp which is delivered to the rear wheels through a six-speed manual gearbox and limited-slip differential.
• One of only 450 examples supplied to the UK; this car was formerly owned by Jamiroquai frontman, Jay Kay.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• Finished in the classic shade of Alpine White, the interior is trimmed in black Boston leather with synthetic suede on the instrument cluster surround, gear lever gaiter, handbrake gaiter and door cards. The black interior is punctuated by orange contrast stitching, with the M tricolour stitching featuring on the steering wheel.
• The options include the BMW Professional Media package, high-gloss shadow line exterior trim, and electrically folding and automatically dimming exterior mirrors.
• The vehicle is as per its original factory specification, with no modifications.
• The car is accompanied by the owner’s manual, service book, the original sale invoice, a copy of all receipts, warning triangle, a hard-wired adapter for a CTEK trickle charger, and two keys.

CONDITION

• The bodywork is in very good order, with no known previous damage.
• The paintwork is in excellent condition, with no obvious marks or blemishes. There is a very small chip on the windscreen.
• The original interior is in pristine order, with only the slightest signs of use on the leather facings of the seats.
• There are no reported mechanical or electrical faults.
• The last MOT test was in August 2021 at 6,207 miles, when the car passed on its first attempt with no advisories. The car has registered a clean first-time pass since its very first MOT test.

SERVICE HISTORY

• The car’s most recent service was in August 2021 at 6,205 miles at BMW Barons Watford, who performed an engine oil and filter change.
• Prior to this, the car was serviced by BMW Stevenage in July 2020 at 5,736 miles, and by BMW Sytner High Wycombe in December 2019 at 5,551 miles.

Dates and mileage:

• Aug 2021 - 6,205 miles - BMW Barons Watford
• Jul 2020 - 5,736 miles - BMW Stevenage
• Dec 2019 - 5,551 miles - BMW Sytner High Wycombe
• Feb 2018 - 5,149 miles - BMW Sytner High Wycombe
• Nov 2015 - 4,734 miles - BMW Sytner High Wycombe
• Nov 2014 - 4,183 miles - BMW Sytner High Wycombe
• Apr 2012 - 1,726 miles - BMW Sytner High Wycombe
• Dec 2011 - Pre-delivery check - BMW Sytner High Wycombe

SUMMARY

A remarkably low-mileage and pristine example of a cult-classic performance car, exclusively maintained by main dealers; this BMW 1M Coupe also has interesting provenance, being formerly owned by Jay Kay. Offering a compelling combination of a powerful straight-six engine, engaging manual gearbox and superb handling, this 1M is a delightful driver’s car, and would make for an interesting addition to any collection, and a terrific B-road or track-day toy.

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