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An E60 Triumph?or tragedy in the making?

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genuine interest in this car Have had a vin number decode too.For those that have actually bought,owned,repaired ,and lived with a n E60 what do you think?

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blind.gif VIN long  WBANC92000B893271 
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blind.gif Type code  NC92 
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blind.gif Type  535D (EUR) 
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blind.gif Dev. series  E60 () 
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blind.gif Body type  LIM 
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blind.gif Steering  RL 
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blind.gif Engine  M57X 
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blind.gif Cubical capacity  3.00 
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blind.gif Power  200 
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blind.gif Transmision  HECK 
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blind.gif Gearbox  AUT 
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blind.gif Colour  SILBERGRAU METALLIC (A08) 
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blind.gif Upholstery  LEDER NASCA SCHWARZ (U6SW) 
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blind.gif   9300 
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blind.gif Prod. date  2006-09-08 
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blind.gif 205  AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 
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blind.gif 217  ACTIVE STEERING 
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blind.gif 229  DYNAMIC DRIVE 
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blind.gif 255  SPORTS LEATHER STEERING WHEEL 
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blind.gif 261  SIDE AIRBAG FOR REAR PASSENGERS 
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blind.gif 300  EMERGENCY WHEEL 
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blind.gif 415  SUNBLIND FOR REAR WINDOW 
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blind.gif 430  INT/EXT RR VW MIRROR W AUT ANTI-DAZZLE 
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blind.gif 431  INTERIOR RR VW MIRROR W AUT ANTI-D 
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blind.gif 438  WOOD TRIM 
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blind.gif 453  ACTIVE SEAT VENTILATION, FRONT 
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blind.gif 456  COMFORT SEATS, ELECTRIC. ADJUSTABLE 
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blind.gif 524  ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHTS 
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blind.gif 548  SPEEDOMETER WITH KILOMETER READING 
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blind.gif 563  LIGHTS PACKAGE 
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blind.gif 591  LT/ALY WHEELS/STAR SP. 124 RUNFLAT/MIXED 
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blind.gif 644  PREP. FOR. MOB. PH. BLUET. INTERF. 
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blind.gif 672  CD CHANGER BMW FOR 6 CDS 
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blind.gif 864  OVERSEAS/DEALER DIRECTORY 
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blind.gif 874  RADIO FREQUENCY 434 MHZ 
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blind.gif 880  ENGLISH / ON-BOARD DOCUMENTATION 
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blind.gif 9AA  EXTERNAL SKIN PROTECTION 
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blind.gif 925  SHIPPING PROTECTION PACKAGE 
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blind.gif 534  AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONING 
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blind.gif 540  CRUISE CONTROL 
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blind.gif 853  LANGUAGE VERSION ENGLISH 

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Unless I'm completely out of touch with e60's, you could buy an m5 or two petrol ones for that price. But then again it is a 535d

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I think it's a little pricey, has been on the market for a while.  Looks tidy, autosure extreme is a good thing.... providing the maintenance is up to date it should be transferred.

There was an LCI NZ New 535D sedan approved used very early this year for $23k from memory.  It was red.

I think it'd be a pretty cool car.  If you could get it for $21k it could be reasonable buying.

Or just buy a 545i with low mileage and autosure extreme and take your wife on an overseas holiday.

EDIT:  PS - I've spent quite a bit on mine since buying (tyres, shocks & all bushes, coils, transmission service, diff service, oil service; to continue the good work done under Pete's stewarship, and ensure good service life ahead); every single time I get in it and drive it, it puts a smile on my face.   IMHO the e60 is a really good drive.  Quiet, comfortable, capable, and brisk. 

Edited by Olaf
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PS - it's not a motorsport, is it?  The red one I mentioned was a motorsport.  I think Msport is worth 1.5 or 2 grand.  NZ navigation nice.  It's got the good fruit; dynamic drive, adaptive headlights, sports seats and steering wheel.

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2 hours ago, Olaf said:

PS - it's not a motorsport, is it?  The red one I mentioned was a motorsport.  I think Msport is worth 1.5 or 2 grand.  NZ navigation nice.  It's got the good fruit; dynamic drive, adaptive headlights, sports seats and steering wheel.

i think it actually has comfort seats .I do think its a little pricey and i would prefer a LCi but 535d are rare.

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You could get a 530i LCI for between 12 and 20.  That's what I am looking at.

$25k for a non M E60 is too rich.  For $25k you would be better of going 328i, or even an F10 528i.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/bmw/auction-1317794100.htm

 

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hmmm.

But I can see the appeal of this one. 535D is indeed rare and the pick of the diesels- the car has lowish kms, excellent specs and Autosure included. At this price a LCI MotorSport would be more compelling, but this still looks damned good with M5 feet :) - and Dynamic Drive is goodness. If you're doing a lot of kms and you're sold on the diesel then I don't think anyone could fault you for buying this.

The alternative I'd look at would be something like this: http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/bmw/auction-1350246006.htm - 550i MSport LCI w/HUD :D for $18K - or this one for $20k : http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/bmw/auction-1364326094.htm

Interestingly there's a 530D F10 with lower kms for a little more - http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/bmw/auction-1312791406.htm - and you can put a MBI on it for not a lot. Very modern interior but I just think it looks a bit 'sensible' ....

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19 hours ago, TermiPeteNZ said:

hmmm.

But I can see the appeal of this one. 535D is indeed rare and the pick of the diesels- the car has lowish kms, excellent specs and Autosure included. At this price a LCI MotorSport would be more compelling, but this still looks damned good with M5 feet :) - and Dynamic Drive is goodness. If you're doing a lot of kms and you're sold on the diesel then I don't think anyone could fault you for buying this.

The alternative I'd look at would be something like this: http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/bmw/auction-1350246006.htm - 550i MSport LCI w/HUD :D for $18K - or this one for $20k : http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/bmw/auction-1364326094.htm

Interestingly there's a 530D F10 with lower kms for a little more - http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/bmw/auction-1312791406.htm - and you can put a MBI on it for not a lot. Very modern interior but I just think it looks a bit 'sensible' ....

youve sprung me Pete.I like to have a car thats just a bit special.Your two alternatives are interesting too..E60 dont look good in white do they?.Ouch that tow bar. I would pay to conceal that!

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24 minutes ago, kiwi535 said:

youve sprung me Pete.I like to have a car thats just a bit special.Your two alternatives are interesting too..E60 dont look good in white do they?.Ouch that tow bar. I would pay to conceal that!

Hmm I quite like E60 MSport in white but I know it's not to everyone's liking. But I def do prefer the silver interior trim in the black one. 

Whatever you get it will be awesome :D Keep us posted!

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Hi guys, Nathan here. I can see this is an older thread, but thought I should share for those interested.

This is our E60 535d and it is a good one.  Closing tonight at 9pm at $1 no reserve, currently only up to $11 and I am running out of fingernails!

https://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=1464791721

Thanks

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Go get it Paul, they are awesome.

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Damn - Kerry of Thames :\ Sorry Paul - hoped you were going to get it ....

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