Description
BMW E60 520i 170PK – A car for enthusiasts
It is with a heavy heart that I am putting my 2003 BMW 520i E60 up for sale.
I have driven this BMW with immense pleasure and love over the past 5 to 6 years. The reason I’m letting it go is that I’m short of space
It’s a car into which a great deal of time, attention and money has been invested over the years. Servicing has never been postponed to save money: whatever was needed was replaced.
The car looks exceptionally well-maintained, both inside and out, for its age.
Maintenance
The BMW has been properly serviced every year and has undergone the following annually:
MOT
Minor and major servicing
Annual fault code reading
Parts replaced where necessary
There is no damage to the rear bumper!!!!! Any dirt you can see in the photo is just a bit of grime!!!!!!!
I’ve done so much work on the car over the past few years that I certainly can’t remember every single part off the top of my head, but below is a good overview of the maintenance and investments made.
Recently carried out:
Front upper control arms replaced
Brake discs replaced
Brake pads replaced
Front brake calipers replaced
Recent minor service
I’ve tried to keep as many invoices and maintenance records as possible.
Unfortunately, the original service booklet was lost by a previous owner. That’s why I had a comprehensive pre-purchase inspection carried out before buying it. Thanks in part to that solid foundation, I’ve subsequently enjoyed driving this BMW for many years.
Specs & extras
Digital speedometer; a digital instrument cluster with various layouts has been fitted.
The original analogue instrument cluster is included.
Android / Apple CarPlay
Bluetooth
Navigation
Heated seats
Sliding/ tilting sunroof
Original radio is included
Comfort seats (electrically adjustable with memory)
Cruise control
Reversing camera
Custom steering wheel: The original BMW steering wheel is, of course, included.
Exhaust flap: With the flap closed, the sound remains refined and you can hear the beautiful 6-cylinder note just as it should be. With the flap open, it can sound a bit sportier.
Tinted windows. A certificate is provided.
The car has been well maintained over the years and is polished annually.
I also have: Side skirts included. You’ll get these as well, plus extra tinted rear lights.
Interior
The interior is in very good condition for its age.
Non-smoker’s car
Neat leather interior
The leather is treated every year
No damaged or heavily worn interior
Always looked after with care
It’s a 2003 BMW, so don’t expect a new car. However, for its age, it’s in exceptionally good condition.
Key points:
A small amount of stone chips on the front bumper
Some stone chips on the bonnet
Some corrosion on the sides of the wing mirrors
The front parking sensors do not work properly; currently, only the front right one is working. The rear parking sensors do work, however. I have never found the front parking sensors to be a problem myself, so I have never had them repaired.
The car has a relatively low bumper, so it’s advisable to approach speed bumps at an angle and gently.
Occasionally, the cruise control sensor displays an error message (not a fault; the sensor is not faulty)
I have driven, maintained and gradually customised this BMW to my own taste myself for about 5 to 6 years.
As a result, I’ve put a fair amount of time, money and care into it.
It’s therefore really a car that I’d prefer to sell to someone who understands what an E60 520i of this age is like and who will treat it with care.
The car regularly turns heads and I’ve always taken great pleasure in driving it.
