Barn Find rare 80s BMW M Sport survivor car untouched for 30 years - will it run?

Barn Find Rare 80s BMW M Sport survivor car untouched for 30 years - will it run? Welcome to another barnfind episode of The Late Brake Show where Jonny Smith unearths an exceptionally rare 1-of-7 BMW E12/8 M535I Lightweight homologation saloon, made only for the South African market. Found in the most unlikely of places in Chorley, Lancashire, UK, Jonny, together with owner Peter Harris and E12 BMW guru Tony Chamberlain (aka www.tonybmw.co.uk) digs out the survivor M car and tries to get the time capsule '80s super saloon running.
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Rare '80s bmw m sport barn find untouched for 30 years - will it run?
The rarest '80s BMW M car untouched for 30 years - will it run?
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Jonny Smith
Creative content maker, car presenter & car pervert for hire since '98
Website: www.carpervert.com
Instagram: / jonnycarpervert
Twitter: / carpervert
CHAPTERS
0:00 Intro
0:53 What is the car?
2:50 Sneak peek
3:17 Declutter
4:20 Uncovering the front
4:48 Meet Tony BMW
5:38 Lightweight homologation
6:12 Tree cutting
6:34 Garage opening
7:15 Metric alloys
7:50 Uncovering the back end
8:20 Lightweight edition
9:09 Accident repair
9:30 A look inside
10:13 The M90 engine
12:00 Engine work begins
12:57 First turn over
13:52 Strange sound
16:42 Engine progress
17:58 Update on engine
19:14 History file
20:35 Matching M Sport speed boat!
20:56 South African auction
23:02 Letter from BMW
25:34 Selling it?
26:33 Engine safe to start
27:55 Will it run?
31:01 Running on 6!
31:46 Getting it out the garage
#barnfind #bmwm #bmwm5 #thelatebrakeshow

[@tonynorfolk5750]

Phenomenal find, story and cast behind this video 👏...we have to see a part two with all of you cruising the north west! Well done, seems the late brake show has come of age and is drawing out the nation's hidden gems, a new genre, keep up the good work 👌

[@TheLateBrakeShow]

Many thanks Tony. We are fortunate to have attracted people like Peter who want to share their Carchaeology with you, and hopefully a follow up.

[@steven7861]

@@TheLateBrakeShow Please see someone trying to act as you!!!!! Replying to my comment saying I've won a prize - please see and report and take care of Johnny

[@steven7861]

@@fred_teo reported SCAMMERS!!!!!!

[@paulmoor595]

What a great episode.....that is truly a rare barn find !

[@fred_teo]

@@steven7861 I did..scums must be reported

[@adamclark6756]

I don't care what the car is, i don't care how rotten the car is and it is just a bonus if it fires up. The digging out for the reveal and the story of how it came to be there is everything. Love this series.

[@TheLateBrakeShow]

Thank you Adam. We try to document the process as carefully as possible in order to have you along for the journey.

[@Thecarbore78]

I had a e28 m535i twenty years ago, and it was a right weapon. Heaven knows what it would of been like being a lightweight. This bar find is making me very nostalgic. Bloody love the late brake show.

[@craigsg01]

@@Thecarbore78 Me too I had an '87 e28 M535i in 2000 loved that car missi it !

[@matzo2217]

@@Thecarbore78 love a bar find

[@Where1smyCamera]

Oh man…….. 😍lost for words….got me in the feels…..

[@FrndsCallMeDaz]

As a South African, this video made me tear up, my uncle had one back in the early 90's, and I absolutely loved that car. This car is part of South African history, thank you for giving her a second life!

[@TheLateBrakeShow]

Many thanks for watching. Sometimes these cars get under our skin and leave indelible memories.

[@joelovegrove2557]

What a brilliantly put together film. You can really feel the passion in this video for motorsport heritage and unicorns! Well done Johnny excellent content.

[@tonydeoliveira4672]

I connected to this video immensely as an E12 owner myself and living in South Africa.

[@darrenjacobs7918]

What a legend. Im watching this from Soutb Africa Johannesburg now called Gauteng. What an honor to see the old yellow T number plates. These 5 series cars are still legends here in SA. Thanks again.

[@heinabbott5172]

Great episode, as a South African car fan these special BMWs are held high, we had a 333i aswell I believe built in SA. The Perana name also hugely respected. I myself lived in Secunda, the small town mentioned by the owner. Those yellow Transvaal number plates are so nostalgic.

[@aveersewbatchan9845]

Amazing, no words to describe this, being a bmw fan from SA and seeing this e12 which was from sa is simply heart warming. Big ups to the owner for having those historic pics🙌, please do a part 2 of this car.

[@Mr031068]

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[@Mr031068]

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[@Mr031068]

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[@Mr031068]

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[@leandrocaamano1]

Please DO!

[@DSGMATT]

Been an avid watcher of this show since the start and eagerly await each episode. This car has literally been under my nose for 30 plus years. I would have walked past that garage on the way to school, bought my first house in 2001 1/4 mile away and now live less than 3 miles away from the location. The whole time it’s been there and never had an inkling. I am a serial BMW owner myself since 97 and currently drive a 2020 530. Love this episode with my very bones ❤️

[@AL-PAKA]

what area of leeds is it hyde park?

[@DSGMATT]

@@AL-PAKA Chorley, Lancashire.

[@AL-PAKA]

@@DSGMATT Didn't he say the car was imported to Leeds?

[@DSGMATT]

@@AL-PAKA the customs company was in Leeds. The Owner Peter, lives in Chorley Lancashire where the car is.

[@AL-PAKA]

@@DSGMATT Ah, ok

[@arturovargas645]

As a young bmw enthusiast seeing his smile after it started absolutely made me cry tears of joy. Such a great story.

[@raycompton9433]

That was quite emotional, the shot of the car reversing out the garage with the bonnet up after 31 years, awesome. I loved it 👍

[@tomlovelady8380]

Johnny, as an owner of a UK-delivered 1981 E12 M535i in the exact exterior colour scheme, this was such a joy to watch! It was like watching a thriller as you and Tony were tinkering and trying to solve the mysterious tapping sound, and then when she finally roared into life it was just incredible. I was hanging on just waiting for that M90 to fire up! Along with everyone else in the comments below, i thoroughly look forward to the follow up video! Peter must be chuffed. Now, get the damn thing out on the road for a hoon!

[@TheLateBrakeShow]

Tom, great to have you on board and enjoying the episode. Thanks for the comment. The E12 M is a special beast.

[@richlee509]

My neighbour bought one brand new from bates bmw in maldon. He kept it 20 years before selling as it was rusting

[@janprins2737]

Good to see a fellow BMW E12/8 owner hang onto his pride! I bought new in 1984 M535 E12/8 fitted with central locking, electric windows, aircon, radio tape, 390TRX rims. 220 tyres Limited Slip Diff Getrag gearbox etc. My model does not have rubber boot spoiler or front apron. Factory fitted front fog lights. No rust accident free. Great car. 141,000 km since new. Still have it. Jan Prins

[@wanderer5581]

I had a silver striped E12 uk version, loved it, the M535i was such a significant car, the only close saloon in those days was the Lotus Carlton

[@blanketyblank5022]

@@richlee509 I bought it off him. Small world!!

[@rufusharbud3673]

Is it weird to have a tear in my eye watching these barn finds... Seeing these amazing cars of a bygone age being uncovered, and then started back up is fantastic. Seeing the owners being so enthusiastic about their cars, then their faces when they start is just magic. Wish I had kept a few of my classics to enjoy now.

[@carlkeig5640]

I get the exact feeling mate😪,it's like sometimes old cars can b resurrected and it's a beautiful sight and sound, it's like u can't do that with people, I don't know if that makes sense,I'm not great with words lol

[@blakkpatron]

@@carlkeig5640 I don't know man the smile on the owners face when it finally fired up tells me you can do it with people as well.

[@jamesdunford8250]

Glad it's not just me. Absolute, class an excellence. Signed, a begrudging M fanboy.

[@phenomanII]

@@carlkeig5640 I think I get what you mean and I feel the same way. Sometimes these old machines have so much emotion attached to them. With the way memory is linked with smells and sounds, sticking your head into the interior or hearing the exhaust must be such a rush of moments from the past.

[@lukejenkins9341]

Is it weird u was just getting like this lol

[@paulvandermeer9238]

Johnny what an amazing video, as the second owner of a '78 E12 528iA I can only bow to the holy grail of E12's, kindest regards from Holland

[@countmurcielago9802]

There never seems to be anything more emotionally amazing than bringing a car back to life after many years of sleeping all them engine parts suddenly coming together and making a noise and seeing a car move after years of storage . I just love this channel it beats normal tv great Jonny from Jonny

[@keithleesley5979]

As an ex BMW E28 owner, this is one of the best Late Brake shows I've seen, that's one very special car and in proper time warp condition, wow what an episode jonny, brilliant!

[@hoffa2586]

This absolutely made my day! Please show a follow up story so we can see this back on the road! I want to see Peters reaction to his first drive in so many years

[@MrDcheang]

this video gives me the shivers.....the joys of barn finds are one of the best feelings a car enthusiast can experience in their lifetime...let alone 1 that is kept so well and it runs! thank you for sharing this wonderful journey

[@MikeMidd]

Another incredible video, thank you Jonny. It's so easy to judge an owner like this - to wonder what on earth made him let this car sit for decades. But what matters is that hopefully now he'll let this special car out to drive, like it deserves. Looking forward to a follow-up video sometime!

[@-piffle-]

You're on to something there Jonny. Having an expert on set for the car in question brings a whole different dynamic to your barn find series. Thoroughly enjoyable. Thank you!

[@christopherlowe2200]

The enthusiasm and passion from the 3 of you in this episode is infectious. Probably my favourite episode to date . Congratulations to you and your team behind the scenes . I cannot wait to see it restored . Loved it .

[@mdigs2364]

So so wonderful, as an E9 3.0si owner, this is truly special to see. The sound of that engine purring away after so many years is just brilliant. A very special find, and a great story. Thanks

[@matthewdunn6468]

What a brilliant and emotional story! I'd say it's thanks to all that stuff in the garage, like the 2 matresses is what kept the car so incrediably rust free. Soaking up all the moisture.

[@neelsdelport9224]

As an ex-South African, now living in Australia, this have really brought back many memories. I can remember how we were looking forward to the Saturday racing of these "monsters". Later my late dad bought a e12, 520, not as fast as this 535, but it was the ultimate drivers car of that era. Looking forward to see the restored car.

[@neelsdelport9224]

@Repent and believe in Jesus Christ “Do not spread false reports. Do not help a guilty person by being a malicious witness. Exodus 23:1 NIV

[@michaelbradish6071]

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[@JohnDoe-tx2ys]

@Juan van Eeden not alot to return to these days eh?

[@JohnDoe-tx2ys]

@Juan van Eeden Just plain old racism buddy, no reverse, we didn't invent it.

[@smhorse]

@Juan van Eeden : it does look like SA went to the dogs after Madiba stepped down, but it became a real basket case during the Zuma era.

[@gavinthompsonethanracing2057]

I worked for BMW in South Africa, during technical training I heard of these phantom lightweight e12 s I thought they were all gone, or just a mythical M car. When I heard her fire up 😢 I remember the change to group N and the absolute great racing that followed.

[@levelthrone6052]

My dads brother has one but was in an accident have not seen the car in 3 years. But it was repaired.

[@iHelpSolveIt]

If its the one I'm thinking of, we helped to build it for the factory rep.

[@iHelpSolveIt]

@@levelthrone6052 ouch, btw i was replying to Gavin Thompson...

[@levelthrone6052]

@@iHelpSolveIt no problem it didnt show a mention so i didnt want to be rude.

[@iHelpSolveIt]

@@levelthrone6052 no problem, i understood.

[@christopherjenkins1036]

I can’t even begin to express how much I enjoy these Barn find episodes. They are exciting beyond words for this classic car junky! Fantastic production, tremendous commentary and video work. Keep them coming….please!

[@andyt127]

Had goosebumps watching this. What a car. So pleased Peter's keeping it and putting it back on the road. Can't wait for the follow up.

[@izzybizzy264]

OMG This find is the mother of all Barn finds I have ever seen👌 Just to hear that M535i start up and come alive after all these year's, and way you guys managed to start it up was on a another level 👍 Amazing video guys respect to all 👏👏

[@snowboyben1978]

Johnny you absolute legend. How do you continue to deliver truly epic content like this? Thanks to Tony and the owner. But thanks to you and your team. Life is that much happier for this fan.

[@samholdsworth420]

Because he's johnny Smith!!!

[@daveparsisson6836]

Why haven't we seen Tony before - what an engineer!!!

[@jayb1812]

He probably gets a lot of emails etc from guys with car collections and rare cars

[@martinbadenhorst5632]

I remember back in the days a school friend of mine's father had one of them. We stood all in the driveway waiting for his dad to arrive. Really was an awesome car for those days. Thank you guys for bringing back memories from the good old 80's. 😪

[@brab9333]

Much love from not only South Africa but Roslyn where that machine was built. What a pleasure seeing this. You don't see many of these anymore. Awesomeness!

[@j2kinflarc768]

Simply amazing. I’m from the US and I love finds and revivals like this!! I’m not even going to pretend I have any idea about the vehicle, but the passion you all have for it is contagious. From the mid 70’s till probably the 90’s🤔 American power and sports cars were lacking due to gas prices and emissions standards. Since we always thought bigger was better, most didn’t understand how to use smaller to its limits. In that time many of us fell in love with cars from all over the world. Can’t wait to see more from your videos

[@tommarino69]

I got a bit emotional when the 6th cylinder got going, I love these proper, old school BMWs and that E12 is so damn special! Best of luck to Peter and I hope he gets to make some more memories with that ultimate driving machine soon.

[@akaflash76]

❤ This has been my favourite video that The Late Brake Show has produced so far. What an incredible car and wonderful story. Would love to see it when it’s been restored.

[@carlodelnero6026]

Sound of the engine is awesome. The look on the owners face says it all! There is nothing like the sound of a vintage, naturally aspirated M engine. Thank goodness this beauty got the treatment it deserved. Hope to see more of it.

[@fredsshed266]

Tony is a great bloke. He once sent me a power steering pump, free of charge, when mine packed up on my E12 528. Ace video, too.

[@mokotedimogadime8567]

This took me back to my childhood. My mother was nurse at a clinic next to the BMW plant in Rosslyn, Pretoria in the late 70s and early 80s. Sometime, during school holidays, I would go to work with her. My highlight was the factory visits she used to do to treat her out patients, including at BMW. You can imagine the excitement of a 10 year boy inside the factory where they made the ultimate driving machine (even if I had to stay in the car).

[@JamoSaye]

Absolutely incredible. I was on the edge of my seat praying for that the start. To so many people it’s just an inanimate object but Peter’s story and passion proves otherwise. I was quite emotional by the end.

[@bald_flexproductionzz3155]

Get out more

[@h12st_d63]

The sheer joy at 27 minutes says it all about the connection between people and their cars! Barnfinds keep getting better and a better Jonny 🙏🏻

[@JohnMcMahon.]

Love it. The enthusiasm from you three guys was amazing in this one. And what a find. Thanks to Peter for cherishing this car, thanks to Tony for his expertise and thanks to Jonny for bringing this all together.

[@Kompoism]

What a find, and a great story! When it finally ran on 6 and reversed out, what a moment!

[@GazzUnseen]

That thing is one of the most beautiful cars I have ever seen. I was absolutely willing her to start and she did, what a trooper! Thanks so much to all involved for bringing this to us.

[@mescko]

The e12 and e28 were the first two iterations, and the best two, of the 5 series, full stop.

[@dotdewatgmail]

This is, I think, my favourite TLBS episode so far. What a wonderful car, fab story and fun barn find. Jonny, this is spot on and worth my Patreon! Keep it up. I really want to see what happens with this car in a future video.

[@pclayton5063]

My favorite revival ever. After owning two E34 M5s I felt a kindred spirit to this old girl. Keep us updated. A+++

[@pclayton5063]

Old guy, don't text and don't know what telegram is. :-(

[@burntwoodcrescentboy3564]

Absolutely one of the best episodes, I hope it gets restorerd and seen on the road again sometime in the future

[@bigmike3443]

What a brilliant find Johnny, and so great to hear it purring away at the end of the video. Hopefully I'll see Peter out and about in the BMW sometime soon, as I live nearby with my own 1980's mid life crisis

[@richardmullen266]

Absolutely love this episode! Beautiful car. Great to see it survive being stored for such a long time and still be in great condition. I feel grateful to the owner and Johnny for being able to watch this! ❤

[@tedbainbrigge1374]

What an absolute gem! The condition is amazing and the fact he’s going to keep it and get it on the road and use it is even better!! Great vid Johnny!

[@keatmany2k5]

Saw this car a few days ago (thanks peter!) this guy is my neighbour, he showed me around it in his garage in Stoke on trent, what a motor and a great owner! I can't wait to hear it running sometime soon! Great episode guys big fan.

[@skwerl19890818]

I was smileing all along, and when it rolled out it gave me goosebumps. Love the show, thank You 🥰

[@POLARTECHED]

Another fantastic episode! The editing, the music choices and more so your enthusiasm is infectious! I love these barn finds, I find it amazing these gems remain hidden for years on end! Thank you to The Late Brake Show, for another great video, I was glued to it for the whole 35 mins. Keep it going!

[@JamesGadbury]

Superb episode! Thanks Jonny and crew for making these barn finds - they're something special. Peter's beaming smile was heartwarming and said it all. Well done Tony, great to see this old girl running and out in the open. Loved it!

[@scottishcarenthusiastsandtrain]

Another Fantastic Video Johnny, so nice to see the reaction of the owner when the car finally started and was brought back into the outside world. A stunning looking car which with a little work will be back on the road in no time.

[@RingsAndSwoundabouts]

This is up there in my top barn finds of yours Jonny. Absolutely brilliant. What a car!! Love the Can Of Hope. So chuffed you got it started, looks like it was stored right.

[@boundish1]

The passion for cars comes through so well in your content Jonny. Another great high quality episode. And a fruity straight 6 is always a treat!

[@mescko]

To me, no engine can beat the snarl/howl of a straight six. Nothing.

[@cheynew86]

I live in south africa. huge BMW and opel fan. only owned BMW and opels over the years. big racing rivals. such a good production car racing time in history. This is probably the best barn find I've ever seen. The fact this car ran so good is priceless. top notch efforts to all of you in the video. enjoyed this so much. unbelievable heritage auto preserved

[@SMc-in5bc]

Love this series! I spent the last 4 months bedridden with diarrhea after a recent trip to Thailand and these vids have been helping me cope with the drastic change in lifestyle. Thanks for all the hard work with these videos.

[@Blingrhino31]

Wtf 4 months !

[@octopusman9969]

Just know the basics, where to put fuel oil and water in my car,but it was great to watch three men with a genuine passion,putting their heads together and not stopping until they sorted it,no matter how long it took. They let the car be the star and didn't have to do a a daft dance or play up to the camera for it to be entertaining, completely refreshing,keep up the good work, you have another subscriber now 👍.

[@iancooper5615]

As an E28 M535i owner and enthusiast its great to see its father car and a special one at that. Absolutely love it 👍🏼 great episode as always Jonny smith 👌🏼

[@adam-g7crq]

For me this has been the best barn find on this channel, it'll be great to be kept up-to-date regards this car, more please 👍😁

[@matpat2636]

Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful. I love how Jonny focuses on the story as much as the car.

[@Werk4Cash]

That was so sweet, watching this made me smile. That’s one hell of a machine right there. The ultimate driving machine

[@tornado34]

Fantastic content Jonny. Such a special car, great back story and an emotional journey for the owner. This is quality, gold dust content - way beyond terrestrial TV production. You should be proud of continuous content of this level. 5⭐️

[@simonstokes6561]

The rare gems that others have in their garages never fails to amaze me,as do the stories that go with them. Top petrol entertainment as usual 👍

[@poplaurentiu4148]

Yep.. this piece is definitely a petrolicious worthy..

[@dnf1903]

I live in Chorley and love the Late Brake Show-what an amazing story and an even more amazing car. I hope Peter gets it back on the road and if I see him in it. I will say hello!

[@JohnDoeAnonyme]

I must say that I'm really happy for the owner, it must be an amazing feeling to start the car and just drive out of the garage after so many years Thank you for the content !

[@lifestylebyav5683]

passion, enthusiasm, heritage, exclusivity and the unfathomable joy ... so much we got to see in this episode. Truly an epic barn-find for me to remember all my life. Thanks Jonny for bringing this to us 👍. Hoping to see Part-2 when this beauty Beemer is fully restored and running on road ❤️

[@poplaurentiu4148]

Restored ? change all fluids in it (oil, fuel, water/cooling, brakes liquid +all filters, change the gearbox oil), ball-bearings +joints, check brakes pads + rotors, fresh tires on both sets of rims, check exhaust to not be rotten, wash-it, vacuum & clean inside-out and simply drive it just like that, patina on it is perfection, really.. if this time capsule would be mine no need for fresh paint to worry about paint scratches, chips & dents, this would be it..

[@ChopStickZero]

wow wow wow, this is truly a diamond in the rough. So great he kept it. That first car, well that first special car you wanted, the one that every single drive was a joy, few are wise enough or can afford to keep it. Everyone else just misses it and looks back longingly and with regret :) .

[@amitgode1]

one of the best car videos on YT!! the story, the car, the guys, just wonderful.

[@simonlewis26]

Best barn find episode yet. Owner seems top drawer, mechanic seems an absolute legend and I'd actually trust him with my car. And you, well you're smashing this youtube malarkey. Thanks for the episode

[@1986rover]

How could you leave a car as beautiful as that in a garage for three decades? Not that I’m comparing too much as we get the chance to see it! Great episode all round 👍

[@bentaylor6175]

Every hat I own is lifted for the way in which Peter has looked after and clearly lived this car. Even in this short video I can totally see and hear why he loves it so much. Kudos to Tony BMW for those engine whisperer skills and of course to you Jonny - as always a total pleasure to watch. Your desire to find, uncover and share these finds is appreciated.

[@WardenOfTerra]

I'm not sure about 'looked after' lol

[@08dangler]

Only found this channel today and already binge watched 5 episodes,really good content and well put together thoroughly enjoyable watching 👍

[@robi4387]

Thank you for sharing your excitement with us all. Longest I've left a BMW was our M20 for 3 years though I probably turned it over every year. No engine likes being idle I hope this one get to run and run. I look forward to seeing it at Sommerfest.

[@ImBarryScottCSS]

Oh boy. There was something so pure and lovely about this episode.

[@benhooper1956]

There is so much about this car I love, from the hand-painted stripes, to the twin aerials and the period AA South African national identifier, it is a true time capsule, and nice to see something so rare that is is well preserved, as opposed to being restored

[@richardkay1587]

Great find and great result! I look forward to seeing if Pete gets the work done that's needed. I live in Chorley and hope to see this out and about on the local roads VERY soon! Fantastic car!!

[@jeffshaw4553]

Wow well done tony what a legend love it what legends you all are bringing a quality classic back to life well done guys

[@richardgledhill]

Fantastic video as always - I do love a good barn find! Very special car indeed, well "found".

[@TheLateBrakeShow]

Many thanks Richard.

[@richardgledhill]

@@TheLateBrakeShow You're welcome Jonny! I love the eclectic mix of different videos on your channel, well worth the Patreon subscription and then some. Still waiting eagerly for the Christmas event tickets 🙂 All the best to you and your family.

[@neilharrison7555]

It's ALWAYS a bit of a wonder when a car which has lain dormant for (in this case) several decades is brought back to life. Well done on another one!

[@the_fearless_explorer1213]

Wow this is unbelievable. What a rare beast. The car looks mint. I'd love that motor. We need a part two for sure that car should be in a museum...

[@stuartmcpherson4945]

Haha we have an e12/8 m535 hidden away in a garage in joburg and it looks just like that

[@deadjumpers87]

Great episode, something about this one really represents how cars used to be appreciated a lot more in the past, for many they were big parts of our lives and families in an emotional way, they had their good days and their bad days the same way people do and you got from them what you put in. Modern cars are more like tools than anything else, soulless and disposable. Technology has moved on and they are better than ever at what they are designed for but somehow they have lost their 'magic' and I can't imagine we will ever get that back.

[@simonruth4211]

What a unreal find! Beautiful car! Great story as well! Thanks for showing this.

[@petergeorgew6208]

Yet another brilliant Video !! - stumbled across your KZbin channel, but now totally hooked on watching all of your videos. What is so good is that the finds are always associated with some fascinating history! … Thank you for posting these … 👍🏻😊

[@paulsheward]

Brilliant. Best one yet. Clearly a very special car for Peter.. 👍

[@carlreading9916]

So special he left it in a garage for 31 years and hasn't even looked at it for the last 12!

[@kanatsizkanatli]

@@carlreading9916 life isn't always simple and love isn't always measurable

[@garyo4135]

One of the best barn finds I’ve watched. A petrolhead and I didn’t even know they made this model! Local too in the North West, amazing work as always. 😎

[@sandboy4]

I remember watching these cars at Kayalami. They were replaced by 740 also a homologation only found in SA. But they were racing against Sierra XR8 and other specials. Very nice car this, thanks for sharing.

[@roysmyth4284]

That was a fantastic watch! What a great history it has... 👏 keep it up Johnny and team!

[@yaseenlouw8347]

Definitely one for the records. What a find Johnny, what a find! Well done you guys❤

[@customfreak81]

I don't think there has been a better looking bmw than that generation of 5 series, I love these barn finds, it doesn't matter to me whether it's something incredibly rare or something that was once very common, the stories and the process of digging them out and getting them running is the best part.

[@adamski101]

I'll raise you the E30 325i Sport and M3, and of course the 2002.

[@Pionirish]

Looking forward to the "first drive" follow-up video

[@richarddellbridge4764]

Wow guys!!!! what a treat. As a young South African I remember watching the incredible racing at Kyalami race track. The Beamers were always super awesome to watch from up on the grandstands at Wesbank Corner!!!! The M535's were incredible!!! Many years ago whilst driving in my seriously modified VW Jetta CSI I was driving along Rhodes drive in Constantia (Cape Town - South Africa) on the way to Constantia neck when a twin light grille vehicle with full brights on came up behind me! I thought it was a GTI! I tried to pul away from him as I had some serious power....well I could not drop this guy and he stuck to me like glue! As I got to the top of the hill I gave it full gas down the other side.....before I knew it this BMW M535i flew past me like he was doing 120km/h on a parking lot! WOW those beamers has some SERIOUS torque. Look after that Beamer guys, I can't wait to see it on the road and in its full splendour again. Awesome Video, thank you for an incredible trip to relive the memories from yesteryear!!

[@MarktheOddJob]

Peter's smile when it fired up! Brilliant!

[@charl_k]

Just hearing (and seeing) it's a ZA car gave me goosebumps. If possible, you should do a special on ZA homologation Beemers, the 333i, the 325iS (with Alpina bits to make it a 2.7 screamer and M-technic body kit), 745i (with, I think, either the M1 6 cylinder or a 3.5ltr turbo). Back in the 80s and 90s South African engineers were very creative in keeping us motorsport addicts entertained. Those cars were legends here in ZA, driven by legendary drivers, Tony Viana, Deon Joubett and co. I assume that some of those cars were imported to the UK. Coincidentally I regularly see 2 E12s in my neighbourhood, and though I'm a Mercedes driver, I still stare, they've always had a certain appeal.

[@jontymo]

Absolutely unbelievably fantastic!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Love this channel.

[@TheLateBrakeShow]

Thank you sir!

[@shaunwilson-seabrook]

These barn find videos are bloody brilliant . One of the best channels on you tube . Keep up the good work 👏🏻👏🏻👌🏻👍🏻😊

[@neilsjmcmahon]

Wow -that was cool. Great to see the joy in the faces. Such a treasured item holding so many memories.

[@MattEMaddock]

Great video as always. Do you offer the reverse service? I’ve a garage full of stuff that needs clearing out for my E34 M5 to be put inside! 😂

[@troubledtinkerer]

As a Saffer, this video had me tingling. The transvaal plate was the epic bonus too. I am not sure Perana that made the louvers were related to the tuner though. Basil Green developed the Capri Perana

[@TheLateBrakeShow]

Same Perana logo and font - must be!

[@Niracka1]

I love these videos even if it was just a boring old 1L fiesta or something just for the mechanical fault finding and startup section. Don't ever stop Jonny!

[@davidlittlewood1339]

That was a brilliant thing to see. What a stunning car. Really hope he gets it back on the road. Well done guys on a brilliant video. 👏

[@leeriddick7]

Amazing Jonny, your passion for motoring shines through in all your content. Thanks to you, the team, and of course Peter and Tony for this great content.