Description
Welcome to Track & Tour Cars. I might look like a business, but this is really where I sell my own cars, the ones I’ve lived with, loved, and maintained. Perhaps one day I’ll have the capital to rescue the hidden gems we all spot; for now, it’s my personal collection.
I’m a meticulous guy who fixes things before they squeak and, frankly, spends more than sense allows. Friends and family constantly send tempting finds; fellow petrolheads will know the feeling. I’ve learnt the hard way, from dodgy paint to low compression and a cut and shut once, so I am now very fussy when acquiring new vehicles.
What you’ll get here are honest, well-cared-for cars with clear histories and well-documented work. I price them fairly for the condition and preparation. Have a browse, and if one feels like your next long way home companion, let’s chat about motors and arrange a test drive.
Walk Around Video
- details above
One of the Best-Sorted BMW 535D Tourings Available – Enthusiast-Owned, Low Miles, All Major Work Done
** More Photos Pending 2-stage Polish and Detail on Friday the 26/ 09/ 25** - This has been completed and the car presents immaculately. Photos due for upload this coming Tuesday
For Sale: 2010 BMW 535D M-Sport Touring (E61 LCI)
Location: Northampton
Mileage: 108, 000 miles
Price: £8, 795
12 months MOT and private reg will be supplied only at the full asking price.
Automatic
3. 0L Twin-Turbo Diesel (M57D30TU2)
2 Keys
Full Service History
Extensive paperwork
An exceptionally well-sorted BMW 535D Touring (LCI facelift), offering the perfect blend of power, comfort, and practicality. I spent several months searching before purchasing this car in July 2024 — specifically seeking an example that hadn’t been used for towing, to safeguard gearbox longevity. (These ZF gearboxes are very strong and rarely fail, but I wanted the best of the best.)
Since then, a detachable tow bar has been professionally fitted, though I’ve only used it a handful of times.
Why This Model Over a Newer 5 Series?
When I was shopping for a 5 Series, I considered newer models but deliberately chose the E61 with the M57 engine. The reasons are simple:
The M57 engine is renowned for its strength, reliability, and torque.
Its successor, the N57, is notorious for timing chain failures and bottom-end issues. These problems are so common that BMW had to reduce the torque output to tune around the weakness.
The hydraulic steering on this E61 offers a more connected, natural driving feel than the later electric steering setups on newer cars.
In short, this car was chosen for its engineering integrity and long-term reliability — making it a better bet than many newer examples.
Factory Spec & Options
Soft-close bootlid – rare and desirable option
Professional audio system with subwoofers & tweeters (fantastic sound quality)
Lane Assist – added safety on long drives
Fully electric seats
CIC iDrive with HDD music storage (LCI upgrade – far more reliable than CCC)
M-Sport package – sharper looks and handling
Touring practicality – huge boot with split-opening tailgate
Recent Work & Preventative Maintenance (no expense spared)
Swirl flap delete & intake manifold cleaned
New thermostats + full coolant flush & change
Glow plugs & glow plug control module replaced
Complete new front suspension: control arms, springs & OEM Bilstein shocks
Rear air suspension bags replaced
New vacuum lines
New brakes all round
4x Michelin PS5 tyres fitted recently
Gearbox serviced (fluid & filter)
Brand new air-conditioning radiator (July 2024) + full system regas
Full service history with regular oil changes
Large, organised folder of paperwork with thousands in receipts
Professional four-wheel alignment by Northampton Motorsport – drives brilliantly
Detachable tow bar professionally fitted – used only a handful of times
Spare wheel and associated kit added
Recent two-stage polish & full interior detail – presents beautifully inside and out
Added Extras
12 months MOT included only at the full asking price (£8, 795)
Custom private plate (MM57 DTM) included
MM57 = tribute to BMW’s legendary M57 engine, famed for strength & reliability
DTM = nod to the iconic German Touring Car Championship
Why This 535D?
Low mileage (108k – below average for year)
All major preventative work already done – no big bills lurking
Rare options such as soft-close bootlid & Lane Assist
Non-towing example sourced deliberately for peace of mind
Hydraulic steering + M57 engine = more reliable & better to drive than newer models
Freshly aligned, detailed, and ready to enjoy
Private plate & MOT offer included at asking price
Serious enquiries only, please. Walk around video: - details above
