1997 BMW 5-Series

4.4 LITER V8

WBADE5329VBV91032

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THE OVERVIEW Offered for an appreciating new owner is this 1997 BMW E39 540i With 6 SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION! THIS IS A 7 DAY NO-RESERVE AUCTION ENDING TUESDAY JANUARY 26TH, 2016 AT 7;00PM PST [OR USE THE BUY-IT NOW FEATURE BEFORE THE FIRST BID IS PLACED.] Finished in all original Schwarz black over black leather, this TWO-OWNER E39 was purchased right here at BMW of San Francisco nearly 20 years ago as has been driven just over 182,500 miles since. It sports a great running 282 horsepower V8 engine mated to the desirable 6 speed stick, four wheel disc brakes with anti-lock, factory 17" alloy wheels, cold air conditioning, unique MANUAL sport seats, electric windows and glass moonroof, front and side airbags, rear sunscree, fog lamps, on-board computer, electric tilt and telescoping steering wheel, ASC traction control and more. This accident-free BMW sedan is being sold with clear and clean title, two keys, manual, clean and clear California title and current registration. This semi-classic E39 is a great value here for the Bimmerphile for LESS THAN the price of the sales tax alone on a new, quickly-depreciating five series sedan. PLEASE CALL 650-350-8828 FOR QUESTIONS, TEST DRIVES AND/OR MECHANICAL INSPECTIONS. THE BODY AND TRIM The exterior of this 1997 540i is in very good to excellent, all original gleaming black finish free of any rust. As one would expect from a nearly 20 year-old car, there is typical peppering of rock nicks on the nose and bumper along with miscellaneous, scratches and other minor cosmetic blemishes. The two front tires are near new and the rears are in fair condition with about 30% tread remaining. THE INTERIOR The interior of this 1997 540i is in quite good original condition throughout with cool and rare manual sport seats, all controls and systems in excellent working order. Imperfections inside the car include but not limited to: rear sunshade stuck, pixels for odometer illegible, left rear window regulator needs replacement, small tear on center console leather, missing driver door coin holder and some light expected wear on the leather upholstery and one splitting seam on bottom cushion. Overall this is still a comfortable, clean and stylish cockpit. THE DRIVING EXPERIENCE This 1997 BMW starts perfectly with super strong and smooth running engine with buttery mid-range torque, excellent braking, good but slightly gummy transmission and good clutch feel. The suspension is all factory original and freshening of the components would definitely enhance the driving pleasure. THE DETAILS AND $$$$$ 1. This 19897 BMW will be sold with clean and clear California certificate of title.and current registration. It will be smogged if purchased by a California resident. It will be sold "AS IS" with no written or verbal warranties expressed or implied. I welcome prospective new owners to come see, drive, feel and inspect this car in person. NOTE: There will be no post-sale inspections to determine whether you actually want to purchase this car. So, PLEASE bid thoughtfully! 2. Zero feedback bidders please contact me prior to bidding or bids will be cancelled immediately. This car is also being advertised in other venues and I reserve the right to end auction at any time at my discretion. 3. I will assist with shipping arrangements [buyer pays costs]. I recommend Chris at Kelly's Auto Transport at 951-845-6224 4. Winning bidder please call 650-350-8828 and/or email me thru ebay within 24 hours of auction close. 5. A $500 non-refundable down payment via Paypal w/in 2 days of auction close. [Buy-it-now requires immediate $500 payment] 6. Balance of purchase due via CASH in person, bank wire transfer or certified funds within 5 days of auction close thank you.