One of only 9,600 BMW E34 525iX saloons produced - of which only around half had manual gearboxes
Originally supplied to Switzerland, with a fully documented service history from new
Highly original, with features such as its factory stereo, tool kit, and spare wheel - all in very good condition
Extensive restoration and maintenance carried out over the years, with the most recent significant service in February 2024
The Appeal
The BMW E34 525iX saloon is a rare find, particularly with a manual gearbox. This model was the first all-wheel-drive 5 series, marking a significant milestone in BMW's history.
This rare manual saloon has been meticulously maintained, with a fully documented service history from new. It's in very smart condition for its age, inside and out, belying its age.
The car is exceedingly original, even down to the rare original stereo, the full original tool kit, and the unused spare wheel. It has undergone extensive restoration and maintenance over the years, with the most recent significant service carried out in 2024. This is a unique opportunity to own a piece of BMW history, in a condition that's rare to find.
The History and Paperwork
Brought to Lithuania this year
Purchased from the first registered keeper, complete with a full folder of service summaries and books
Current odometer reading stands at 205,138 kms
Last major service carried out in February 2024
Full service history since new as evidenced by the original maintenance booklet
Original book pack including the stereo manual, maps of BMW services and other period literature
Significant collection of servicing invoices
The vendor informs us the car passed it's technical inspection on 21/04/2024
The Condition
The highly original bodywork appears in smart condition for its age with no obvious signs of corrosion or damage
Repainted in 2015, matching the original Alpine White according to the VIN spec
The bottom of the car is very clean, covered with special wax for rust protection, as are all the door bottoms and front strut mounting locations which are also covered with rust protection wax
The sills, front and rear fenders are reportedly in rust-free condition
Original BOSCH headlamps and Hella tail lights are in perfect order
Comes with only original Styling 6 wheels
Interior in dark blue cloth and very well-preserved with only minor wear
The roof headliner is freshly redone in a dark grey alcantara
We're informed that the AC is blowing cold air and all four power windows are going up and down correctly
Original BMW Bavaria Electronic CD II stereo is reportedly working well, as are the other cabin electrics
Dash is in great condition. All the electronics work just fine
Retains original features including the tool kit and jack stand
Original spare wheel with original Continental tyre is also present and not showing of any signs of use
The Mechanics
2.5-litre straight-six petrol engine
Five-speed manual gearbox
The vendor reports that it drives very well indeed with no apparent faults
Well-presented engine compartment
Vendor informs us all-wheel drive system is working fine and the transfer case is also working with no issues
Original Styling 6 wheels are painted black.
During the February 2024 service:
Engine oil, filter, air filter, front and rear diff oil, and transfer case oil were changed
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1993 BMW 525iX E34
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