1986 bmw 735i (L7)

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1986 BMW L7 E23 | Polaris Silver | Extensive History | No Stories

The BMW L7 is one of those cars that quietly flew under the radar, even among BMW enthusiasts. Built as therange-topping 7 Series for the U.S. market, the L7 was essentially a fully loaded 735i, offering factory luxury and refinement that went beyond the standard models of the era. Today, surviving examples are rare, especially ones with long-term ownership and documented care.

This1986 BMW L7is finished inPolaris Silver Metallicover agray full-leather interior, a timeless and period-correct combination. The car was purchased new by the seller in 1986 and has remained a well-cared-for example throughout its life. According to the seller, the vehicle was also used in the background of severalBack to the Futurefilms, which adds a fun piece of 1980s pop-culture history.

The car benefits fromwarm-weather ownership, having been registered exclusively inCalifornia and Florida, and it comes with anextensive service history, aclean, accident-free Car.

As the flagship E23, the L7 came well equipped from the factory, including:

• Full leather interior

• Power sunroof

• Power-adjustable and heated front seats

• Air conditioning

• Onboard trip computer

• Fog lights

• Four-wheel disc brakes

• Limited-slip differential

The car has been lightly updated with17-inch later-model BMW wheels and Euro Bumpers, which improve both stance and drivability, along with aKenwood Bluetooth-capable head unitthat adds modern usability while retaining a clean interior look.

Power comes from BMW’s smooth and durable3.4-liter inline-six, producing approximately182 horsepower and 214 lb-ft of torque, paired with a4-speed automatic transmissiondriving the rear wheels. The result is a classic BMW luxury sedan that still delivers the solid road feel and understated elegance the brand was known for in the 1980s.

If you’re looking for awell-preserved, top-spec E23with history, originality, and character, this L7 represents a rare opportunity to own a piece of BMW’s flagship past.

On Feb-02-26 at 08:32:37 PST, seller added the following information:

This is the actual car that was in the back to the future movie- Local DR Couple owned it and leased it to Movie Set!