Basic information and history

BMW 130i from 2007 with straight six from the N52 family, a 3.0-liter naturally aspirated engine with Valvetronic and Double-VANOS, known for its revving character and fine response. Rear-wheel drive, nearly even weight distribution and hydraulic power steering provide an engaging driving experience. Factory-specified power output is 265 horsepower.

This Swedish-sold example has an odometer reading of approximately 236560km. The interior is original according to the seller. Chassis number: WBAUB11000VB79305

The body has an aftermarket 1M style front. The car has previously suffered minor fire damage caused by nearby vehicles according to the seller. The left rear side was repainted in connection with this and the hood was repainted at the same time. The rear bumper was replaced. Documentation in the form of pictures should be available according to the seller.

Equipment and options

• S337 M Sports package
• S704 M Sports suspension
• S710 M leather steering wheel
• S715 M Aerodynamics package S7AZ Advantage + Comfort + Sport Package M
• S473 Front armrest
• S481 Sports seat
• S493 Storage compartment package
• S494 Seat heating driver/passenger S4MG Int. moldings aluminum glacier-silver
• S4UK 5-seater
• S502 Headlight cleaning system
• S507 Park Distance Control (PDC), rear
• S520 Fog lights
• S521 Rain sensor
• S522 Xenon Light
• S534 Automatic air conditioning
• S540 Cruise control
• Electric windows all around (right front has problems with auto-up)
• M door sills
• M Performance rims, style 313 M
• Aftermarket 1M style front
• Stereo with screen (pixel error). Left tweeter in door out of order
• Tires: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 front, Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 rear

Modifications and improvements

1M style front is fitted. After the fire damage, the rear bumper was replaced and paint work was carried out on the left rear and hood. All brake calipers were replaced about two years ago when a new starter motor was also installed. Front wishbones were replaced about two years ago. Rear brake discs and pads were replaced about a year ago.

Condition

Body and exterior Overall good impression in relation to the stated mileage according to the seller. Stone chips are present. The aftermarket 1M-style front has areas with paint peeling. The left rear has been repainted and the hood has been repainted in connection with previous light fire damage to a neighboring vehicle. New rear bumper installed in connection with this. Glass surfaces in good condition. Emblems, moldings and chrome are described as good. Headlights are dull and need polishing. The M-door molding frames have come loose at the ends.

Interior Good but used condition. The steering wheel has dry cracks and the rubber surfaces on the decor are partially worn. The driver's seat's left thigh support has cracks from the in and out steps. The headliner is flawless. Electric windows work, but the right front can stop at auto-up and need to be operated past this position manually. Multi-function buttons, turn signals, cruise control and wiper lever controls work according to the seller.

Tires and rims Front tires Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 with good tread depth. Rear tires Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5, legal but with limited remaining rubber. M Performance rims style 313 M with paint release.

Mechanics and function Engine in good condition according to the seller. Valve cover gasket has been damp for a long time, which is common for N52. At the last service in December 2025, it was pointed out that the valve cover gasket should be replaced. Occasional coughing during cold starts has occurred since the last service, probably linked to oil that can reach the ignition coils. The engine has not stalled and runs normally after the revs are increased slightly according to the seller. New starter motor installed two years ago. Brakes: rear discs and pads about a year old. Rear wear indicator is out of order and the ends are twisted to avoid a warning light, which should be fixed. Front discs and pads in working condition with a small edge. All brake calipers were replaced about two years ago. Gearbox and driveline are in good working order according to the seller, but the bushings in the rear axle are tired. Front wishbones were replaced about two years ago. Stereo has dead pixels that increase when hot and return when it cools down. The left door tweeter is out of order.

Service history

According to the seller, the service book is always stamped by an authorized workshop. The last documented service is stated to be in December 2025 and included engine oil, filter and spark plugs. At the same time, the need to replace the valve cover gasket was noted. Previous measures include replacing all brake calipers about two years ago, replacing the front control arms about two years ago and replacing the rear discs and pads about a year ago. The rear wear indicator needs to be reset or replaced for proper function.

Summary

The 2007 BMW 130i offers a straight six from the N52 family and rear-wheel drive in a compact format. This example has the original interior, M Performance 313 M rims and an aftermarket 1M-style front. The body has undergone paint work after a slight fire damage to an adjacent vehicle, as well as a new rear bumper. Mechanically, there are notes about a valve cover gasket that should be replaced, tired bushings in the rear axle, a malfunctioning rear wear indicator, pixel errors in the stereo and a power lift behavior on the right front. The headlights need polishing and the rims have paint peeling.

For those looking for a driving engaging E87 with N52 and who accept to complete the known points, this 130i can be an interesting starting point. The odometer reading is stated at 236560 kilometers and is stated to be guaranteed by the seller. Chassis number: WBAUB11000VB79305. See M Decoder and accompanying documentation for specification and history.