Kickdown Check

• On-site kickdown assessment completed
• 216 photos
• Video showing engine running and test drive
• Paint thickness measurement
• Low odometer reading of 88,141 km, which appears plausible
• Garage-kept car in unique original condition with 90% original paint
  
  

Facts & Specifications

• Year of manufacture: 1980
• First registration: Germany
• Engine: 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine with 90 hp
• Transmission: Manual
• Exterior color: White
• Interior: Black faux leather upholstery
• TÜV valid until 06/2027, H-license plate
• Features:
  Radio

Condition

Exterior

• The exterior color of the BMW is white with blue-red decorative stripes in the "M-Look," which can be removed
• Paint thickness measurement shows predominantly very low readings between 4 µm and 59 µm, approx. 90% original paint
• Chrome, trim, and rubber in very good condition; chrome trim around the windshield shows signs of wear (Image 60)
• The underbody appears to be rust-free (some surface rust is present)
• Signs of rust in the lower area where the front fender meets the driver’s door (Image 61)

Interior

• The interior is finished in black faux leather
• The interior is in its original, unrestored condition, is very well maintained, and is in excellent condition
• There are no known defects or damage in the interior

Mechanics

• The BMW is ready to drive immediately
• There are no known mechanical issues
• The engine maintains a smooth RPM and revs cleanly
• The manual transmission shifts flawlessly
• There are no known issues with the suspension
• The last service was performed in October 2025

History

Ownership history

• Information to follow

Service history

• October 2025: Service performed
• No further service history is known

Documents

• DEKRA inspection report for the general inspection (Images 198 to 203)
• Paint thickness report (Image 205)

Summary

The 1980 BMW 518i (E12) offered here is a very well-maintained and extremely original sedan in a classic color combination. The interior is in a unique, unrestored condition, and the bodywork is also largely still in its original paint. A recent service was performed in October 2025. Overall, this is a very well-preserved E12 with an H-license plate and a high degree of originality, ready for auction.

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