1985 BMW 5-Series

Turbo Diesel Sedan

2.4L Inline-6 Turbo Diesel

Automatic

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Diesel

Please call John at 440-339-4341 with any questions about this car. This is a no reserve listing. This is my 1985 BMW 524td Turbo Diesel sedan. I have a detailed record of every service and maintenance done to the car from brand new to present. This car was bought new and has spent its service life in Portland, OR in the Pacific Northwest. I brought this car from Portland to Cleveland, OH by enclosed transport earlier this year. Road salt is not used in Oregon, so this car has never seen road salt and consequently it has ZERO rust. Portland also gets a lot of cloudy days, so the interior, paint and upholstery have not been sun-damaged like cars from other salt-free climates. I feel this car is probably the best-preserved, best-documented example for sale in the country. This car was built to compete with Mercedes-Benz diesel cars so of course it is extremely durable, dependable, well-built and long-lasting. It is economical, getting about 33 mpg highway. The important difference is that BMW engineers made sure this car drives like a BMW. When it was introduced, this was by far the sportiest, quickest, best-handling diesel car ever made. These cars are quick, tight and fun-to-drive. Mercedes-Benz diesels are slow, clattery, smoky and industrial. By comparison this car is buttery-smooth, quiet and clean-running. I have a complete record of all of the service and maintenance done since the car was brand new. Everything has been recorded and written down; a full history has been kept, from the original dealer Pre-Delivery inspection at 7 miles to the most recent service which was a full rebuild, regasket and reseal of the diesel injection pump (done last month). This rebuild is important- all these cars will leak fuel from the injection pump unless rebuilt like this one. New ultra low sulfur diesel fuel corrodes the fuel injection pump gaskets and o-rings originally used when these cars were built. Consequently, original pumps will leak if not rebuilt with upgraded gaskets. The job was just done at a cost of almost $2000. The pump was rebuilt and resealed and given a clean bill of health. This 524td looks, runs and drives like a car with 40,000 miles. The paint and body are superb. There is no body rust, no corrosion and no rot whatsoever. Even the underside is extraordinarily clean. The body is completely straight and clean and the panels line up perfectly. The paint quality is very good and the car has an excellent glossy shine. This exterior looks very, very clean. The interior of the car has no wear or damage. The upholstery is clean with no wear holes or problems. The carpets are clean and in good shape for the age. The car has never been smoked in and the entire interior has been well-kept and remains in superb condition. This BMW starts, runs and drives extremely well. There are no known mechanical problems or issues. I see no reason this car could not make a cross-country drive if someone wished. This car has great handling and balance, tight steering, tight suspension and a controlled ride. The engine is smooth, quiet and powerful. The transmission shifts crisply. This car will cruise at 80 mph on the highway with no issues. The tires have excellent treadlife. This car has working air conditioning, working power windows, working power sunroof, working power seats, working power mirrors, etc, etc. This car has the following equipment and options:2.4L turbocharged inline-6 diesel engine4-speed automatic transmissiondual power seatspower moonroofautomatic climate controlair conditioning (working)power windows and lockspower mirrorstelescoping steering wheelcruise controlfoglightsKenwood AM/FM CD player with remoteengine block heater with included power cordI also have the original owner's manual with the car as well as a factory service manual, a variety of extra filters, service tools and parts plus a full vehicle history of service and maintenance. You can fly in to Cleveland, OH (CLE) and drive this car home. Alternatively you can have the car shipped. Please call Angels Moving Autos at 530-245-0481 for a shipping quote. A summary of the history and maintenance is as follows. This list is not fully inclusive but gives a general idea of the meticulous attention given to the maintenance of this car since new:7 mi- Pre-Delivery inspection1200 mi- dealer inspection7479 mi- engine oil service11,015 mi- engine oil service18,185 mi- BMW Inspection I30,872 mi- BMW Inspection II, replaced battery, replaced water pump32,483 mi- replaced camshaft, replaced rockers and other parts48,979 mi- BMW Inspection I, transmission service, new brake fluid and coolant52,910 mi- New belts (3) and oil service55,037 mi- four new tires55,791 mi- new power steering pump, new wiper motor58,714 mi- replaced differential lube, replaced fuel filter, checked brakes, suspension, steering58,950 mi- replaced camshaft drive (timing) belt and set valves, replaced air filter59,785 mi- oil and filter service59,828 mi- re-timed injection pump60,451 mi- cleaned interior and installed front seat covers, waxed exterior63,190 mi- oil and filter service63,210 mi- replaced heater control switch65,225 mi- oil and filter service65,260 mi- exchanged brake fluid, rotated tires67,565 mi- replaced control arm bushings and thrust bushings67,900 mi- oil and filter service, topped off transmission and differential69,180 mi- transmission serviced69,435 mi- oil and filter service, replaced fuel injector lines71,709 mi- replaced coolant, set valves, tightened cam belt, checked differential, misc greasing72,917 mi- oil and filter service, replaced oil filter washers and o-ring74,674 mi- oil and filter service75,100 mi- replaced front brake pads and rotors75,200 mi- replaced rear brake pads and rotors, replaced battery76,646 mi- oil and filter service, replaced fuel filter, replaced air filter79,696 mi- oil service82,450 mi- oil and filter service84,395 mi- oil and filter service87,277 mi- oil and filter service, replaced all washers and o-ring, lubricated door latches87,540 mi- exterior wax job88,585 mi- reset service indicator89,205 mi- oil and filter service92,165 mi- exchanged brake fluid, drained and refilled differential, greased latches, replaced coolant, set valves92,711 mi- oil and filter service95,706 mi- oil and filter service96,075 mi- transmission serviced98,900 mi- oil and filter service100,000 mi- mileage celebrated at rest area near Corvallis102,420 mi- oil and filter service, fuel and air filters replaced, refreshed power steering fluid105,000 mi- oil and filter service105,782 mi- tires replaced107,727 mi- oil and filter service108,491 mi- vehicle cleaned and waxed108,540 mi- replaced rear muffler109,389 mi- replaced rear tires110,241 mi- oil and filter service113,677 mi- oil and filter service114,330 mi- cleaned battery tray and replaced fuel filter, replaced heater valve parts117,000 mi- oil service119,269 mi- oil and filter service, replaced coolant120,420 mi- installed new timing belt, tension roller and bushing. Set valves, replaced valve cover gasket. Replaced A/C, alternator and power steering belts122,550 mi- oil and filter service122,845 mi- replaced headlight122,845 mi- replaced battery124,762 mi- oil service, cleaned heat sensor under dash124,881 mi- transmission service127,600 mi- oil and filter service131,234 mi- oil service, replaced brake fluid, drained and refilled differential133,863 mi- oil and filter service136,150 mi- oil service, replaced right rear brake sensor137,000 mi- cleaned and waxed exterior138,975 mi- oil and filter service142,324 mi- retentioned cam drive (timing) belt, replaced all three V-belts, oil service144,203 mi- transmission serviced and added Lube Gard, replaced fuel filter145,035 mi- replaced fuel injector lines, checked valve clearances146,219 mi- oil and filter service146,930 mi- replaced battery147,544 mi- replaced battery again (faulty)148,721 mi- wheel alignment and balance149,214 mi- changed left output seal on differential, oil service, changed fuel injector lines149,214 mi- replaced gear position indicator, replaced thermostat and coolant, replaced air filter149,522 mi- oil and filter service, oil sending unit loose connection repaired150,000 mi- mileage celebrated on Route 184 returning from convention152,172 mi- oil service153,345 mi- replaced all heater and radiator hoses156,718 mi- oil and filter service161,600 mi- glow plugs replaced161,650 mi- oil and filter service162,355 mi- replaced tires164,423 mi- oil service166,000 mi- cleaned and waxed exterior, replaced fuel filter167,972 mi- oil and filter service, top off coolant170,000 mi- replaced center track rod and left control arm assembly171,058 mi- oil service171,126 mi- set valves171,140 mi- serviced transmission172,161 mi- wheel alignment174,175 mi- oil and filter service177,670 mi- replaced glow plugs, replaced trunk badge179,840 mi- removed and overhauled turbocharger179,555 mi- replaced timing belt, replaced 3 large cooling hoses, replaced 3 drive belts and misc gaskets, checked valve lash, replaced coolant180,016 mi- oil service, replaced hood struts181,011 mi- replaced 2 headlamps and 2 marker lights plus right front turn indicator lamp181,195 mi- replaced alternator brushes, replaced coolant level sensor181,344 mi- replaced brake fluid185,000 mi- oil and filter service188,944 mi- replaced radiator and coolant, replaced glow plugs, oil and filter service188,946 mi- replace tires188,948 mi- replaced glow plug controller, replaced fuel filter189,166 mi- head bolts torqued190,000 mi- cylinder head gasket replaced at LaGrande Auto Repair190,444 mi- differential oil replaced, air filter replaced, transmission fluid replaced190,931 mi- battery replaced, refilled and checked190,941 mi- A/C system checked and refilled, alternator rebuilt195,000 mi- oil and filter service202,800 mi- starter replaced202,995 mi- diesel injection pump removed and rebuilt by Ohio Diesel Injection; all gaskets and seals replaced203,000 mi- battery replacedThe above service history was kept in a log. I have various receipts and papers that go along with this written history. This is a nearly 30-year-old car and as such it is not brand new. Please expect normal issues of wear and tear consistent with the age and mileage. However this car is FAR above average condition. As I mentioned earlier, I believe this is the best-condition, best-documented example for sale in the country. Here is a full list of every known problem or issue with the car: the cruise control works, but seems to drop speed slowly. There is a crack in the black rubber bumper surround at the left front corner. There are a couple minor dings and small exterior flaws. The coolant temp gauge doesn't appear to be working. The power door lock mechanism on the right rear door will lock but doesn't seem to automatically unlock the door.