1990 BMW 850i 5.0l V12
Vehicle Description
History This is a very early edition 1990 850i, JSPEC, built in September 1990. It was imported from Japan to Canada in 2006. Since that time, nearly $65,000 in repairs and maintenance has been invested, including an engine rebuild.Currently has 162,600 KM (100,000 miles). Priced at $25,000 USD (approximately $34,000 CDN) In 2014, the current owner purchased this beautiful 850i with 93,333 km. In the 9 years since, a further 67,000 km have been added. The car has no rust and has been garaged since 2014, driven only on dry days, and stored in a climate-controlled warehouse in winter. “This car has good bones!” Rostyk, Owner, Bird Automotive Work performed since 2014 has been done by Bird Automotive, a highly reputable Edmonton, AB shop specializing in BMW, Audi, Porsche, and Mercedes cars. OEM or better parts were used wherever possible. The car was freshly painted prior to the current owner (2014). All receipts are available since import to Canada in 2006. The car currently has 162,000 km. The interior is in very good condition. Front seat heaters, all windows, door locks, and accessories, work properly. Many major components in this car have been replaced or refurbished, including an upper engine rebuild, hydraulic brakes and steering system, AC Compressor, Support Bearing, Fuel Pump(s), Starter, and much more. This car has more new parts than old! This 850 is now solid and running strong. Shipping can be arranged anywhere in North America. Here’s a list of the work done on this car: 2023 Automatic Transmission: Replaced wiring harness and seal, output shaft seal, and transmission mounts. 2021: New starter and refurbished General Module. Scott D’Vleksis was recommended via members of Facebook Forum. He replaced all capacitors, and the car has never been better. There have been no electrical issues since this work was done. The car also received new tires. New Bosch starter General Module - refurbished by Scott D'Vleksis BF Goodrich G Force Sport Comp tires (W245/45R17) 2020: AC Compressor quit working properly and was replaced with a new OEM Compressor. Also replaced upper front strut mounts, fuel pump relays, and new OEM Centre console to replace the original. Air Conditioning Compressor Rear strut mount New OEM Console Fuel Pump relays 2018 New Fuel pump 2016 In 2016, major work was done on the car. At 112,110 km current owner experienced a blown head gasket. Over the course of the winter, Bird Automotive of Edmonton undertook repairs that included a full rebuild of the upper portion of the engine, replacing all parts that showed any wear. As well, the Glove Box Locking System is connected to the trunk and other locks on the car. It became faulty and had to be replaced. Glove Box lock replacement Headlight Struts (stabilizers) 4 wheel alignment Steering linkage adjustment Brake flush Engine Rebuild to replace Head Gasket Overhaul heads Replace vacuum, coolant and oil delivery lines Replace all front seals Replace the water pump, water hose, water pipe Remove, refurbish, and reinstall the brake master cylinder flush Hydraulic power steering and brake system Replace brake accumulator. Overhaul Master Brake cylinder Intake manifold gaskets Replace the hydraulic regulator valve Replace Brake accumulator Replace oil pressure sensor New Drive Belt tensioner 2014/2015 Minor bodywork and paint job Refurbished LED Display Hydraulic Hood Assists Installed Daytime Running Lights LED Installed Rear Center Brake Light Belt tensioners and belts -Alternator/Power Steering and 2 A/C Belts 3-piece grill trim New Interior Roof Liner Install Onboard Battery Charger Purchase and replace BBS Wheel Centre Caps Distributor Caps/Rotor/AIF Filter/Ignition Wires, Hose for AIF Flow Meter New Thermostat and Fan Clutch Replace Main Radiator Fan Rubber stripping replaced (driver and passenger) Repair the electric radiator fan switch and replace the fuse. Steering and Brake pressure valves, 3m on Lenses, horn, adjust steering. Support Bearing, Trans Filter, Shifter seal, Tranny fluid, NGK Spark Plugs DME (2) and EML (1) chips PRE-2014 – Previous owner Other repairs and maintenance: Replaced Valve Cover Gasket Replace the Washer Pump Replace the Transmission gasket and Electrical Connector Replace the Left MAF Mass Airflow Sensor Retainer Drain Fuel Tank / Fuel Injector Seals, Replace Fuel Filter New Cabin Pollen Filter New Air Filter Front/Rear Wheel alignment. Front end work (tie rod), tighten sub-frame bolt Upper and lower oil pan gaskets, transmission service Spark plugs, distributor cap, rotor Lower control arm Ball joints, idler arms Wiper Blades Front and Rear Wheel Alignment/tightening Power Steering fitting. Known Deficiencies: Sunroof doesn’t close properly – currently closed and the switch disabled Power Steering Wheel tilt/extension – disabled. Set permanently to full extension and full tilt down to fit the current owner who is 6 feet tall and 200 lbs. After-market radio No rear sunblind although it appears the original car was ordered with this option Brakes 40%
