1998 BMW 5 Series 540i E39 Auto
VIC • Private
22
Odometer290,334km
Body typeSedan
FuelPetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Key highlights
*Two owners
Full service history
Sunroof
Parking sensors
Traction and/or Stability control
Cruise control
Generated with AI from seller comments and car specifications.*
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Comments from the seller
Nice example of an original E39 540i with full books and service history, that I bought about 5 years ago to freshen up for my son (was going to put the M5 front and rear bumpers, exhaust, and fix a couple of things).
We never got around to it and he's gone to live in QLD now, so unfortunately it's time to let it go.
The Good:
- V8 4.4L, rear wheel drive, stylish, luxury.
- Original, clean and solid car. No leaks, no lights on dash. Still has the original phone in the centre console (could be retro fitted which would be cool)
- Starts, runs and drives. All electrics work. Interior in great condition for age.
- Bought from 2nd owner who maintained it religiously - got all the books and full service history up to it's last service at 269,000kms in 2016 - it had 290k when I picked it up and it's got 290k now. I serviced it a few years ago.
- Ready for Club Rego.
The Bad:
- Got some clunks coming from the front end - needs new bushings and possibly new shocks.
- The above would be an easy fix for a home mechanic with a press or shouldn't be too expensive to get done at a shop, but it does mean the car isn't really drivable at the moment and would need to be picked up on a trailer.
- Some dints and some scratches - close ups of the worst bits, but overall the car presents really well.
- Needs a new battery. Got my Landcruiser battery in it at the moment that can be used to start it and test it.
The car does have a few things that need fixing in order to get it back in top shape, but it has been priced accordingly.
Car details
øVehicle description
E39 540i Sedan 4dr Steptronic 5sp 4.4i
Powerplant type
Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)
Cost to insureSponsored
Exterior colour
White
Interior colour
Grey
Body type
Sedan, 4 doors, 5 seats
Transmission
5 speed Automatic
Engine
8 cylinders, Petrol Aspirated, 4.4L
Registration plate
Check with seller
Cost of financeSponsored
Build date
August 1998
Cost to transport
Compliance date
August 1998
Roadworthy certificate
carsales Network ID
SSE-AD-20420359
Audio, Visual & Communication
CD / DVD
CD stacker - 10 disc
Speakers
6 speaker stereo
Radio
Radio cassette
Antenna
Power antenna
Safety & Security
Airbags
DriverPassenger
Vehicle control
TractionElectronic stability
Driver assistance
Park distance - rear
Security
Central locking - remote/keylessEngine immobiliserIntegrated security systemAlarm
Comfort & Convenience
Climate
Climate control
Driving
Cruise control
Lights & Windows
Lights
Fog lamps - front
Interior
Leather
Trim (incl. seats, inserts)
Seating
Electric seats
DriversPassenger
Instruments & Controls
Display
On-board computer
Exterior
Mirrors
Electric
Sunroof
Electric
Transmission & Drivetrain
Gearbox
Semi-automatic
Steering
Power steering
Power steering
Steering column
Tilt and reach
Wheels & Tyres
Rims
16" alloy wheels
Fuel
E10
Fuel Type
Petrol - Unleaded ULP
Fuel Capacity
70L
RON Rating
91
Fuel Delivery
Multi-Point Injection
Method of Delivery
Electronic Sequential
Fuel Consumption Highway‡
8.2L/100km
Fuel Consumption City‡
13L/100km
Fuel Maximum Distance
854km
Fuel Minimum Distance
538km
Safety & Security
Number of Airbags
8
Engine
Engine type
Piston
Engine Location
Front
Engine Size (cc)
4398cc
Engine Size (L)
4.4L
Induction
Aspirated
Engine Configuration
V90
Cylinders
8
Camshaft
Double Overhead Cam
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
4
Compression ratio
10
Generic Engine Type
Piston
Power
210.0kW @ 5700rpm
Torque
420Nm @ 3900rpm
Power to Weight Ratio
122.4kW/t
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.7s
Transmission & Drivetrain
Gears
5
Gear Type
Steptronic (Sports Automatic)
Gear Location
Floor
Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Steering
Steering
Recirculating Ball
Wheels & Tyres
Rim Material
Alloy
Front Rim Description
16x7.0
Rear Rim Description
16x7.0
Front Tyre Description
225/55 R16
Rear Tyre Description
225/55 R16
Dimensions & Weights
Length
4775mm
Width
1800mm
Height
1435mm
Wheelbase
2830mm
Track Front
1512mm
Track Rear
1526mm
Kerb Weight
1715kg
Gross Vehicle Mass
2165kg
Payload
450kg
Towing Capacity (braked)
1800kg
Towing Capacity (Unbraked)
750kg
Warranty & Service
Warranty in Years from First Registration
2yr
Other
Country of Origin
GERMANY
Launch Year
1998
Launch Month
1
Generation Name
E39
Series
E39
Badge
540i
Doors
4
Seat Capacity
5
Body Style
Sedan
Probationary plate status +
New South Wales
Allowed
Victoria
Approved
Australian Capital Territory
Approved
Western Australia
Approved
Northern Territory
Approved
Tasmania
Approved
Queensland
Banned
South Australia
Banned
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Paulo is the sellerLocation
Greendale, VIC 3341
Member since
2011
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