1995 BMW 5-Series

540I Sedan

8 Cylinder 4.0 Liter

Automatic

WBAHE6322SGF31070

Clear

Gasoline

Power Windows

Hello and thanks for looking at my listing. I'm going to be completely honest with you in this transaction. I am a 23 year old college student who bought this car not even a month ago and I've been completely shocked with the cost of maintaing a BMW. An oil change alone cost me $45!! When I purchased the car, I was told it had problem but the dealer didnt tell me they were problems I couldnt handle on my own. I will NEVER buy a car from a used car dealer again. This is my first car purchase and worst situation I have ever put myself in. I am selling this car to regain as much as I can from the purchase. I will also clearly let you know all the problem with it and provide as many detailed pictures as I can. THIS IS A BEAUTIFUL CAR INTERIOR IS PRISTINE NO CUTS, RIPS ANYWHERE ALL THE GADGETS BESIDES THE DRIVERS PASSENGER WINDOW WORKS. SUNROOF AND HEATED SEATS WORKS COLD AC (Takes a min) AND HEAT NO CRACKS IN GLASS TRANSMISSION IS NICE AND RESPONSIVE SRS LIGHT IS ON BUT NO HISTORY OF ACCIDENTS ON CAR FAX CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS AVAILABLE BUT NOT LIT WHEN DRIVING NO LEAKS NO OIL BURNING STARTS UP EVERYTIME THIS CAR HAS BEEN SITTING AND IT IDLES POORLY BUT NEVER STALLS. O2 SENSOR IS BAD. THROTTLE RESPONSE IS POOR AND SLOW. THROTTLE BODY?? BMW SUGGEST REPLACING. REGARDLESS, I AM SELLING IT AS A MECHANICS SPECIAL. PAINT JOB IS SOLID. ENGINE BAY AND TRUCK ARE SUPER CLEAN THEN AGAIN SO IS THE ENTIRE INTERIOR. ORIGINAL HONEYCOMB WHEELS WITH FULL SIZE SPARE. I HAVE REPAIR RECEIPTS FROM NEW AND EVEN CONTACT INFORMATION FROM PREVIOUS BUYERS. ------------------------------- Sharpe BMW in Grand Rapids,Michigan quoted me $1318 to restore the car to good running condition. I cant even come close to that amount of money in my life right now. I'm hoping to sell the car to someone who knows how to work on cars or is looking for parts. Please dont convince yourself you can restore this car if you dont have deep pockets and you cant repair things yourself. I have provided as much detail as I can with the time I've had with it. If you have any SERIOUS QUESTIONS about things I have not answered, please contact me at 989-493-5216. Respect me and do not contact me after 9. I do have a job so if i dont answer leave a message. THE CAR IS LOCATED AT SAGINAW VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY IN SAGINAW, MI NOT MOUNT PLEASANT, MI On May-05-10 at 20:32:14 PDT, seller added the following information: Can you ship it to me? I'm broke as a joke. Are you making payments? No, the car was paid in full and I own the title free and clear. Where is the car idling at? It is idling at 600rpm. When I turn on the AC it goes to 800. It idles better with the AC on. Does it overheat? No, the needle heats up and stays in the middle. How are the gauges? They are good. The mpg is fishy. Below 25 mpg it says I'm getting 44mpg when I accelerate over 80mph it says Im getting 12mpg Im told it should be at least 15. I think the O2 sensor has something to do with that. What got you to buy it? The dealer had this on his lot for over a year. He's old fashioned and is not on craigslist, autotrader nothin! So when a buddy went to buy a Ford probe, I went along and saw the BMW. I fell in love. It was a young dumb decision. I've learned a real lesson. I haven't even put new gas in it. The gas in it is over a year old as well. Is anything Included with the Car? Well, I have all the manuals. I also have new front and rear brake pads that will go with the car. It does need new brakes. How is the power steering? Coming from a 94 taurus, i feel like i want to say the steering is a bit tough. It wont wear you out but its definitely overly sensitive at high speed then slow at below 30mph. Are you interested in a trade? I'll take any running 4 or 6 cylinder, toyota or honda post 1989 with a good body and in daily driver condition. Manual transmission. On May-07-10 at 17:32:54 PDT, seller added the following information: Im from Arizona, can I drive the car home? No, I would drive any 15 year old car through the Desert. No matter where you're from I'd prefer you to tow it. Is this car the Sport Model? I dont believe this is a M3 model if thats what you are referring to. Is there some rust and is that a new paint job? Yes but nothing to write home about. A paint job was done in 2005. I got receipts on that. What was the last big job done on the car? I have receipts from 2008 on a new fuel pump. Are there tools in the trunk? Yes, there are tools there. What type of rim is on the full size spare? A honey comb. Same as on the car right now. Why type of battery is in the Car? I dont even know where the battery is. On May-07-10 at 21:15:52 PDT, seller added the following information: IF COMING IN PERSON..CASH ONLY..NO EXCEPTIONS!! On May-09-10 at 01:26:05 PDT, seller added the following information: IF YOU DONT HAVE THE CASH IN FULL AT THIS TIME PLEASE DO NOT BID. AS A STUDENT, I DO NOT HAVE THE TIME TO WAIT FOR ANY EXPECTED INCOME. I TIRED OF GETTING EMAIL EXCUSES ABOUT.."I'M IN THE MARINES, I WORK ON AN OIL RIG, I CAN PAY YOU $100 A WEEK, MY WIFE IS PREGNANT RIGHT NOW..BS BS BS. REMEMBER...THIS AUCTION IS FOR SERIOUS BUYERS WITH CASH IN FULL ON HAND. Where will the deal take place? For my security and yours, it will take place at the SVSU Campus Police Station. Its quiet, monitored and convenient. On May-10-10 at 08:10:37 PDT, seller added the following information: On May-11-10 at 14:16:44 PDT, seller added the following information: I AM NO LONGER ACCEPTING TRADES OR BUY NOW OFFERS. HIGHEST BIDDER TAKES IT. SERIOUS BIDDERS ONLY. GOOD LUCKOn May-13-10 at 16:36:38 PDT, seller added the following information: WHERE CAN I FIND INEXPENSIVE PARTS FOR THIS CAR? CAR-PART.COM is the best place for any car parts. Getting someone to do the work cheap though is a different story.