Description
Classic E39 525d Diesel—Smooth, Powerful, and Economical
Rare M57 6-Cylinder Diesel E39—Your chance to own an enthusiast's favourite
This is a brilliant example of what many consider to be one of the finest 5-Series generations ever made.
Engine: Powered by the legendary M57 straight-six diesel engine, renowned for its smoothness, power, and surprising fuel efficiency.
Service history: Some service history. Regularly serviced, with oil and filter changes performed diligently.
Condition and key features:
The car drives beautifully, offering the perfect blend of luxury and handling the E39 is famous for. It provides a smooth, quiet ride on motorways and is still engaging on a winding country road.
Exterior condition: The bodywork is in good condition for its age, with some age related marks and slight rust on the wheel arch as can be seen in the photos. Some damage to front bumper too.
This has been kept under a car port and hardly used over the last 5 years as can be seen from the mileage history.
Has original cassette player and a 6 CD changer in the boot.
Car battery was replaced about a year ago.
Had a fresh MOT till Jan 2027.
Front and rear discs and pads replaced. All tyres replaced.
Current mileage 100250, car is being used on and off so mileage will increase slightly. This is an excellent runner, the ultimate driving machine. It purrs on the motorway and handles very well. Solid gearbox and looks very graceful on the road. I've had this for 9 years but rarely driven it over the last 5 years and have kept it serviced throughout. Any test drive welcome.
Last 5 years mileage:
2020 - 97, 859 miles
2021 - 98, 277 miles
2022 - 98, 519 miles
2023 - 99, 801 miles
2024 - 99, 887 miles
2025 - 99, 909 miles
