2013 BMW (F21) M135I

KEY FACTS

• A thrilling but refined hot hatch, with relatively low mileage and a sought-after specification.
• Under the bonnet is the 3.0-litre ‘N55’ inline-six, producing 315bhp and 332lb/ft of torque, coupled to the eight-speed ZF automatic gearbox with paddle shift.
• It has been cherished by the vendor for the last six years, garaged whenever not in use, and with solid service history available on file.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This example was specified with Alpine White paintwork, black ‘Dakota’ leather heated seats, a Harmon/Kardon sound system, cruise control, sun protection package, and the BMW Professional navigation system
• Its original owner's manuals and first aid kit will be included.

CONDITION

• Some minor bumper damage has previously been repaired by specialists at BM Automotive Solutions in Wolverhampton. This was not a major repair though, and the car remains HPI clear.
• Its Alpine White paintwork is in excellent condition, with a few minor blemishes on the front end, and a stone chip on the nearside front wing.
• The missing wheel centre cap in the photos has since been replaced.
• Inside, its black leather upholstery is in great shape, showing some light creasing but no significant wear or discolouration.
• All of the switchgear works as it should.
• The most recent MOT test was on 25 June 2021 at 51,663 miles, which was a clean pass with no advisories or defects.

SERVICE HISTORY

• Its most recent maintenance was in July 2021 at 52,000 miles, where technicians at BM Automotive performed a minor service, also replacing the brake fluid.

Dates and mileage:

• 16/03/2015 - 23,052 miles Sytner Birmingham
• 08/08/2016 - 39,667 miles (brake fluid service) Sytner Birmingham
• 29/07/2017 - 45,587 miles (engine oil service, spark plugs replaced, intake silencer service) Sytner Birmingham
• 01/06/2018 - 46,804 miles (service, brake fluid service, rear brakes serviced) Sytner Birmingham
• 08/07/2021 - 51,663 miles (minor service, brake fluid) BM Automotive

SUMMARY

This BMW (F21) M135i is a stylish hot hatch, which has been lovingly maintained and presents in excellent condition for its age. With its punchy 3.0-litre straight-six and smooth automatic transmission, it is more than capable of fulfilling the dual roles of entertaining B-road car and versatile daily driver, and now represents great value for money.

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All UK-registered cars and motorbikes on Collecting Cars are run through an online HPI check. On the HPI report, this vehicle shows no insurance database markers for damage or theft and has no finance owing.