An E60 Triumph?or tragedy in the making?

[kiwi535 538]

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?

Vehicle information
	VIN long	WBANC92000B893271
	Type code	NC92
	Type	535D (EUR)
	Dev. series	E60 ()
	Line	5
	Body type	LIM
	Steering	RL
	Door count	4
	Engine	M57X
	Cubical capacity	3.00
	Power	200
	Transmision	HECK
	Gearbox	AUT
	Colour	SILBERGRAU METALLIC (A08)
	Upholstery	LEDER NASCA SCHWARZ (U6SW)
		9300
	Prod. date	2006-09-08

	Order options
	No.	Description
	205	AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
	217	ACTIVE STEERING
	229	DYNAMIC DRIVE
	255	SPORTS LEATHER STEERING WHEEL
	261	SIDE AIRBAG FOR REAR PASSENGERS
	300	EMERGENCY WHEEL
	302	ALARM SYSTEM
	415	SUNBLIND FOR REAR WINDOW
	430	INT/EXT RR VW MIRROR W AUT ANTI-DAZZLE
	431	INTERIOR RR VW MIRROR W AUT ANTI-D
	438	WOOD TRIM
	453	ACTIVE SEAT VENTILATION, FRONT
	456	COMFORT SEATS, ELECTRIC. ADJUSTABLE
	465	THROUGH-LOAD SYSTEM
	502	HEADLIGHT WASHER SYSTEM
	508	PARK DISTANCE CONTROL (PDC)
	522	XENON LIGHT
	524	ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHTS
	548	SPEEDOMETER WITH KILOMETER READING
	563	LIGHTS PACKAGE
	591	LT/ALY WHEELS/STAR SP. 124 RUNFLAT/MIXED
	6FA	DVD SYSTEM AT REAR, PREPARATION
	601	TV FUNCTION
	609	NAVIGATION SYSTEM PROFESSIONAL
	620	VOICE INPUT SYSTEM
	644	PREP. FOR. MOB. PH. BLUET. INTERF.
	672	CD CHANGER BMW FOR 6 CDS
	677	HIFI SYSTEM PROFESSIONAL
	700	AREA-CODE 4
	818	MAIN BATTERY SWITCH
	825	RADIO CONTROL OCEANIA
	864	OVERSEAS/DEALER DIRECTORY
	874	RADIO FREQUENCY 434 MHZ
	880	ENGLISH / ON-BOARD DOCUMENTATION
	9AA	EXTERNAL SKIN PROTECTION
	925	SHIPPING PROTECTION PACKAGE

	Series options
	No.	Description
	442	CUPHOLDER
	534	AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONING
	540	CRUISE CONTROL
	853	LANGUAGE VERSION ENGLISH

[eliongater 718]

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

[Olaf 3308]

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 July 8, 2017 by Olaf
PS design

[Olaf 3308]

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.

[Olaf 3308]

545i:  83k, NZ New, $16, 995  http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/bmw/auction-1351844180.htm

545i:  90k, import, $12,000 http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/bmw/auction-1366810919.htm 

[kiwi535 538]

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.

[GorGasm 563]

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

 

Edited July 8, 2017 by GorGasm

[TermiPeteNZ 1316]

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 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' ....

[kiwi535 538]

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 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!

[TermiPeteNZ 1316]

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 Keep us posted!

[NJC 1]

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

[TermiPeteNZ 1316]

Good luck to @kiwi535 on this one!!!

[TermiPeteNZ 1316]

It really is a fantastic spec - and NZ new. All good.

[kiwi535 538]

dont talk it up pete!

[ashmill 68]

Go get it Paul, they are awesome.

[kiwi535 538]

i am leading with i minute to go

 

[GorGasm 563]

tiiiiiiiime extended!

[TermiPeteNZ 1316]

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

[kiwi535 538]

past my estimated value