1997 BMW (E39) 528I

KEY FACTS

• A smart example of the E39 5 Series, with a discerning specification, and ready to enjoy as an everyday modern classic.
• It is powered by the 2.8-litre straight-six, producing around 190bhp and 207lb-ft of torque, coupled to the five-speed manual gearbox.
• It has been serviced regularly, and is offered in good running order.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• Its considerate factory specification includes automatic dual-zone air conditioning, xenon headlights, wood trims, heated front seats, lumbar support, and the BMW Business stereo with cassette storage.
• The wiper blade housings have been modified to accommodate Bosch Aerotwin blades, while the xenon headlight ECU from the facelifted E39 model has been installed.
• Its original owner’s manuals, service book and spare wheel will be included, along with three keys (two main keys, one of which is unused, plus the third ‘valet’ key) and various maintenance documents from 2012 onwards.

Specification:

• 240 Leather steering wheel
• 260 Side airbag driver/front passenger
• 283 Light alloy wheels
• 411 Electric windows
• 438 Wood trim
• 488 Lumbar support driver/front passenger
• 494 Seat heating front driver/front passenger
• 500 Headlight washer system
• 520 Fog lights
• 522 Xenon lights
• 534 Automatic air conditioning
• 548 Speedometer with kilometre reading
• 550 On-board computer
• 665 Radio BMW Business
• 690 Cassette holder
• 801 Germany version

CONDITION

• No known bodywork damage.
• Its original Oxford Green paintwork is in good shape, with just a few blemishes in the finish as you would expect given the mileage.
• There is a scratch measuring around 5cm near the middle of the rear bumper, which the vendor notes was inflicted during storage.
• The driver’s door handle has been scratched by the key, and an early spot of rust has been indicated on the left-side skirt. There are a couple of blemishes on the passenger door sill and front left bumper, which have been touched in.
• Its Sand Beige leather upholstery is in good condition, with some surface creasing and slightly more wear on the driver’s seat.
• The headlining is in very good condition, as is the trim around the doors and dashboard, as well as the carpets. There are no odd odours and no evidence that the car has ever been smoked in.
• The windscreen washer pump is currently broken.
• The air conditioning temperature control buttons are cracked, but the system is still fully functional.

SERVICE HISTORY

• The engine oil and air filter have recently been changed.
• In summer 2020, Braun + Boris GbR in Munich, Germany replaced the crankshaft sensor, rear left electric window motor, and the electric boot release.

SUMMARY

This BMW (E39) 528i is a well-presented example of the modern classic executive saloon, which is in good mechanical and cosmetic condition for its age and mileage. It would now make a refined cruiser for any BMW enthusiast, not to mention a brisk and involving sports saloon with its five-speed manual transmission, and could be a dependable daily driver.

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