Model: BMW E39 540i
Year: 2000 (W reg)
Mileage: 145k
MOT: Apr 2017
Location: Southampton
I bought this on a whim a few months back, but I've now come to the realisation that I really shouldn't have (damn you Ebay!). I've got a 205 GTI that needs TLC, so that's where I should be concentrating my efforts.
Since its a W reg with a big ol' V8, I'm hoping this is the right section for it!
So, the car is a 540i with a 4.4 litre V8, auto box and RWD. Being a top of the range exec-mobile it's well spec'd with electric everything (including headrests and rear sun blind!), xenons, S-EDC (adjustable dampers), integrated Nokia phone (just needs SIM), tape/radio/6CD/sat nav/TV in car entertainment, parking sensors, etc.
Good bits: engine is slikly smooth, auto box shifts as it should, just had £600 spent on rear brakes (new pipes, hoses and a caliper), long MOT, comes with service history, all manuals and 2 keys.
Bad bits: needs a service, radio screen blank (radio still works though), dash display pixelated (common problem, easy fix), a/c not cold, ABS light on intermittently, bodywork tatty in places. Basically needs some TLC (unless you're not bothered and just want to cruise around in a cheap V8!)
Pictures:
Update 29/08/16: after sorting out the paperwork for the car today I've discovered the previous owner has been less than honest regarding the cars history. Turns out it was written off back in 2008 due to it being an uneconomic repair. Totally my fault for not checking properly, but I want to make sure the next owner is aware! I've not come across any evidence of damage/repairs and based on the fact it was 8 years ago I don't think this poses any particular problem, except on the resale value. I've therefore reduced the price accordingly.
Price is£1600£1200.
May consider a deal for some sort of estate or large hatch though.
Give me a shout if you need any more info or photos.
Cheers
Year: 2000 (W reg)
Mileage: 145k
MOT: Apr 2017
Location: Southampton
I bought this on a whim a few months back, but I've now come to the realisation that I really shouldn't have (damn you Ebay!). I've got a 205 GTI that needs TLC, so that's where I should be concentrating my efforts.
Since its a W reg with a big ol' V8, I'm hoping this is the right section for it!
So, the car is a 540i with a 4.4 litre V8, auto box and RWD. Being a top of the range exec-mobile it's well spec'd with electric everything (including headrests and rear sun blind!), xenons, S-EDC (adjustable dampers), integrated Nokia phone (just needs SIM), tape/radio/6CD/sat nav/TV in car entertainment, parking sensors, etc.
Good bits: engine is slikly smooth, auto box shifts as it should, just had £600 spent on rear brakes (new pipes, hoses and a caliper), long MOT, comes with service history, all manuals and 2 keys.
Bad bits: needs a service, radio screen blank (radio still works though), dash display pixelated (common problem, easy fix), a/c not cold, ABS light on intermittently, bodywork tatty in places. Basically needs some TLC (unless you're not bothered and just want to cruise around in a cheap V8!)
Pictures:
Update 29/08/16: after sorting out the paperwork for the car today I've discovered the previous owner has been less than honest regarding the cars history. Turns out it was written off back in 2008 due to it being an uneconomic repair. Totally my fault for not checking properly, but I want to make sure the next owner is aware! I've not come across any evidence of damage/repairs and based on the fact it was 8 years ago I don't think this poses any particular problem, except on the resale value. I've therefore reduced the price accordingly.
Price is
May consider a deal for some sort of estate or large hatch though.
Give me a shout if you need any more info or photos.
Cheers
