Lucan 196 Report post Posted November 12, 2009 Hey guys, There may be a thread somewere about common problems of the E39. But couldnt find anything too specific. I'm considering upgrading my lil 316i and will be checking out a couple of reasonably priced 540i's over the weekend. What are the common problem area's i should be looking for? It would be nice to have them all checked out by my mechanic but before that... So after doing a visual and test drive what else should i be concentrating on and looking for?? Cheers Lucan Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
*Glenn* 854 Report post Posted November 12, 2009 Check its service history and check out any driveability issues. Cooling systems are prone for failing, however there is so much that could be wrong or in needing repair depending on whether the car has been maintained properly. I suggest you get any car that you may consider purchasing checked out by either a dealer or a BMW specialist. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lucan 196 Report post Posted November 12, 2009 Cheers Glenn, Yeah i was def going to get the car checked out beofre purchasing. But before getting to that stage the common problems i can look for to rule out any lemons? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
e30ftw 396 Report post Posted November 12, 2009 http://www.google.co.nz/search?q=540+e39+p...lient=firefox-a Google is your Friend. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lucan 196 Report post Posted November 12, 2009 (edited) "Buying a BMW? Talk to the Gurus! NZ's largest online BMW community" Hence this thread, thanks anyway guys Edit: Google has too much rubbish Edited November 12, 2009 by Blackie Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
martyyn 2 Report post Posted November 12, 2009 Bimmersport on the other hand has everything you need.... e39 v8 buyers guide Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lucan 196 Report post Posted November 13, 2009 Ahh exactly what im after, cheers Penry Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
