Highlights
- Low documented mileage of under 47,000 miles
- Only four registered keepers from new
- Very smart Oxford Green over rare English Green velour
- Well preserved car in timewarp condition
- Engine and gearbox service May 2024
- Current MOT to March 2026
The Appeal
In the 1990s, BMW was on a roll. The E39 quite simply knocked it out of the park. It proved that you could reach the dizzy heights of senior management and still find a dynamic, engaging saloon on the executive car list.
The E39's qualities mean that these cars still make excellent daily drivers even 30 years after the first cars hit showrooms. This facelift 195bhp M54-engined 525i would do that job perfectly. It has clearly got has much life left in it having covered less than 47,000 miles from new. The condition is best described as ‘timewarp’ - the smart Oxford Green paintwork and rare English Green velour interior, accented with walnut, look barely used.
Then there is the specification. That highly regarded engine needs little introduction, here it is mated to the firm’s relaxing 5spd auto box, making this comfortable car a proper cruiser.
The service records back up the sense of a well-cared-for car. Its four keepers have kept on top of regular servicing, most recently in May 2024. The MOT runs to March 2026. Unassuming and yet utterly capable, this handsome E39 looks like a proper find.
History and Paperwork
- First registered 20th March 2001
- Four registered keepers
- Current keeper since March 2023
- 2 keys plus grey key and emergency key - 4 total
- V5C shows 4 owners however one of the previous owners didn't drive the car for two years as it sat in the garage
- Factory handbook and wallet
- Stamped service book to May 2024 at 39,045 miles
- Gearbox serviced at last service
- Specification list shown in photos
- MOT valid to 25th March 2026 with one advisory to note
The Condition
- Well-preserved Oxford Green metallic paintwork in very good condition
- Some light marks and frontal stone chips to note in photos
- Scuff to note to edge of nearside front bumper as it meets the arch
- Multispoke factory alloys in very good condition as shown with matching spare
- Hankook tyres fitted showing recent remaining tread
- No structural advisories on MOT
- English Green velour interior in very well preserved condition
- Factory standard and unmodified interior including BMW Business radio cassette
- Walnut ‘fine wood’ veneers to dashboard, console and doors
- Original BMW torch in the glove box in its charging port and it is in working order
The Mechanics
- 2,494cc 195bhp M54 straight six engine
- 5spd automatic gearbox
- Well maintained as shown in photos
- Last engine and gearbox service in May 2024 as shown
- Factory tool kit
- Minor advisory to note on current MOT
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