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The early-1990s BMW 850i has long held a place on enthusiast wish lists, and the reasons are easy to appreciate. It shares the 5.0-liter V12 found in the contemporary 750iL sedan, but wraps that power in a smaller, sportier package. Add in handsome styling and a generous list of features, and the appeal becomes obvious.
The catch with this particular example is that it does not currently run, which complicates the dream considerably. A complex V12 grand tourer can be costly to revive, leaving prospective buyers to weigh ambition against potential expense. For the right person willing to take on the challenge, though, a non-running 850i still represents a tempting path to owning a special piece of BMW history.
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