Gabe79 410 Report post Posted September 13, 2017 https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/bmw/auction-1417088957.htm Carjam here. It ticks all my boxes for my unicorn, even if it is a bit of a damaged specimen. If the starting point is that it needs shocks, I can only imagine what else it needs... It even has isofix! What's with the non-Facelift headlights? Anyone in Rotorua who could look at it for me? VINWBADS62070GL81796 Type Code DS62 E Series E39 (2) Series 5 Type TOUR Steering RL Doors 5 Engine M54 Displacement 3.00 Power 170 Drive HECK Transmission AUT Colour TOLEDOBLAU METALLIC (482) Upholstery STANDARDLEDER/BEIGE E36 SANDBEIGE E (N6SN) Prod. Date 2002-12-09 Vehicle options L807ANATIONAL VERSION JAPAN S202ASteptronic S204ADrive layout, export S220ASelf-levelling suspension S249AMultifunction f steering wheel S261ASide airbags for rear passengers S354AGreen windscreen, green shade band S361ABMW LA wheel, parallel spoke 82 S386ARoof railing S403AGlass roof, electrical S423AFloor mats, velours S428AWarning triangle and first aid kit S430AInterior/outside mirror with auto dip S431AInterior mirror with automatic-dip S441ASmoker package S459ASeat adjuster, electric, with memory S470AIsofix-System S473AArmrest front S494ASeat heating driver/passenger S500AHeadlight wipe/wash/Intensive cleaning S520AFog lights S521ARain sensor S522AXenon Light S534AAutomatic air conditioning S548AKilometer-calibrated speedometer S555AOn-board computer V with remote control S601ATV function S609ANavigation system Professional S646APreparation f teleph.installation Japan S676AHiFi speaker system S694AProvisions for BMW 6 CD changer S773AFine wood trim S818ABattery master switch S823AHot-climate version S845AAcoustic belt warning S853ALanguage version English S876ARadio frequency 315 MHz S925ADummy-SALAPA S992AControl of number-plate attachment Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
allan 295 Report post Posted September 13, 2017 The could have been swapped out as a production date of 12/2002 would have though it would be a face lift. The usual pre look,a drive,PPI cost of the repairs needed etc etc. If the front struts are due then a whole suspension rebuild is likely although didn't some tourings have self leveling rear suspension? and that could be even worse If the touring is as bad for visibility when backing as the sedan a rear camera of PDC would be a must but it is reasonable cheap. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eliongater 718 Report post Posted September 13, 2017 What unicorn boxes does it tick? Because to me non msport e39's on standard wheels are a bit too pedestrian. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gabe79 410 Report post Posted September 13, 2017 31 minutes ago, eliongater said: What unicorn boxes does it tick? Because to me non msport e39's on standard wheels are a bit too pedestrian. Blue, 2003, 530i, touring. I ended up with msport2 as a fluke and I resent it intensely. Parts cost more for no benefit to me. That said, wife now says "that's an ugly blue." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
aja540i 1906 Report post Posted September 13, 2017 2 hours ago, allan said: The could have been swapped out as a production date of 12/2002 would have though it would be a face lift. The usual pre look,a drive,PPI cost of the repairs needed etc etc. If the front struts are due then a whole suspension rebuild is likely although didn't some tourings have self leveling rear suspension? and that could be even worse If the touring is as bad for visibility when backing as the sedan a rear camera of PDC would be a must but it is reasonable cheap. All e39 tourings have self levelling rear suspension, still has shock absorbers though. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Olaf 3345 Report post Posted September 13, 2017 1 hour ago, Gabe79 said: Blue, 2003, 530i, touring. I ended up with msport2 as a fluke and I resent it intensely. Parts cost more for no benefit to me. That said, wife now says "that's an ugly blue." you're lucky. at the time, my wife said "those e39's are ugly. buy something else." and the e46 was later acquired. Toledo Blue is different. Not so keen on that leather interior, but its a *leather interior!*. Which for child-ferrying duties, is the bomb. It's so, soooooo much easier to clean vomit out of a leather interior than a cloth interior. Ask me how I know!! I reckon allowing for the usual M54 neglect, some brakes and shock work, it's pretty good buying at a shade under $3k, if you're looking for a wagon for family or utility duties. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gabe79 410 Report post Posted September 13, 2017 Just now, Olaf said: you're lucky. at the time, my wife said "those e39's are ugly. buy something else." and the e46 was later acquired. Toledo Blue is different. Not so keen on that leather interior, but its a *leather interior!*. Which for child-ferrying duties, is the bomb. It's so, soooooo much easier to clean vomit out of a leather interior than a cloth interior. Ask me how I know!! I reckon allowing for the usual M54 neglect, some brakes and shock work, it's pretty good buying at a shade under $3k, if you're looking for a wagon for family or utility duties. I agree completely. The problem is I need wife buy-in for these things. She feels like she got the raw end on the silver saloon and I can't blame her. I rushed in. I've learned a lot since then though and whilst I'd be happy getting this, if she wouldn't, I'll pass. At $3k it'd probably be a good buy and I like that is isn't Msport! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Olaf 3345 Report post Posted September 13, 2017 Just now, Gabe79 said: I need wife buy-in for these things. She feels like she got the raw end on the silver saloon and I can't blame her. ....whilst I'd be happy getting this, if she wouldn't, I'll pass. you're a wise man! 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BreakMyWindow 1878 Report post Posted September 13, 2017 It has got facelift lights, just that the indicators aren't clear like on msport versions. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gabe79 410 Report post Posted September 13, 2017 44 minutes ago, BreakMyWindow said: It has got facelift lights, just that the indicators aren't clear like on msport versions. Wow, I never noticed that. You are obviously right. I thought clear sides were facelift, but that is msport facelift, isn't it? Lame. That's about the only mod I'd want on one of these then! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Young Thrash Driver 1020 Report post Posted September 13, 2017 I replaced the front struts, spring pads, shock mounts etc on my 03 non M Touring for about $500, so it's not a deal breaker if you get it cheap enough. The beige interior might take some getting used to... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gabe79 410 Report post Posted September 13, 2017 Just now, Young Thrash Driver said: I replaced the front struts, spring pads, shock mounts etc on my 03 non M Touring for about $500, so it's not a deal breaker if you get it cheap enough. The beige interior might take some getting used to... I don't mind the mechanicals at all. The deal breaker is that my wife says the colour reminds her of Kiruna, in Sweden which is the dreariest, most depressing place we've ever been. I can't buy this. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BreakMyWindow 1878 Report post Posted September 14, 2017 21 hours ago, Gabe79 said: Wow, I never noticed that. You are obviously right. I thought clear sides were facelift, but that is msport facelift, isn't it? Lame. That's about the only mod I'd want on one of these then! I think if you were really particular you could order clear indicator lenses, unless it was restricted by law. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gabe79 410 Report post Posted September 14, 2017 1 hour ago, BreakMyWindow said: I think if you were really particular you could order clear indicator lenses, unless it was restricted by law. I would. Alas, this car is off the table for me anyway. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gabe79 410 Report post Posted September 25, 2017 Under $2500. Someone snap this up. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gjm 3258 Report post Posted September 26, 2017 1 hour ago, Gabe79 said: Under $2500. Someone snap this up. Didn't sell. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gabe79 410 Report post Posted September 26, 2017 31 minutes ago, gjm said: Didn't sell. It's on offer now for $2495. I would love to get this, if the wife wouldn't kill me at the other end. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
qube 3570 Report post Posted September 26, 2017 I dont see the appeal myself tbh It is quite cheap and if I was able to live with the cosmetics of a non msport with tan interior it might be alright but if I wanted it nice with msport kit etc and the maintenance side of things etc, i could spend $6000 on this car and still wont be happy with the outcome.. If it was really a bargain I reckon it would have been sold long ago, the fact that its still available shows its not that desirable imo. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gabe79 410 Report post Posted September 26, 2017 Just now, qube said: I dont see the appeal myself tbh It is quite cheap and if I was able to live with the cosmetics of a non msport with tan interior it might be alright but if I wanted it nice with msport kit etc and the maintenance side of things etc, i could spend $6000 on this car and still wont be happy with the outcome.. If it was really a bargain I reckon it would have been sold long ago, the fact that its still available shows its not that desirable imo. For a daily driver, even if you have to replace the engine and transmission, you wouldn't spend another $3k on it. I understand the appeal of Msport, even if it isn't for me... But it has only been for sale for a couple of weeks now, and it's quite out of the way, so I wouldn't judge it on how long it's been for sale alone, at least not yet. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Young Thrash Driver 1020 Report post Posted September 26, 2017 I'm not that far away from him and will soon be selling an 03 non-M 530 touring... watching the offered price plummet concerns me a little! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hotwire 352 Report post Posted September 26, 2017 It certainly doesn't look like a well loved car, condition described as "average" which looks to be that at best. Gabe - whats the issue with the Msport? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Eagle 1680 Report post Posted September 26, 2017 5 hours ago, Gabe79 said: For a daily driver, even if you have to replace the engine and transmission, you wouldn't spend another $3k on it. I understand the appeal of Msport, even if it isn't for me... But it has only been for sale for a couple of weeks now, and it's quite out of the way, so I wouldn't judge it on how long it's been for sale alone, at least not yet. You'd easy sink 3k into it you going to bring it up to a decent standard. He states it needs new front shocks so you'd can assume its going to need a good suspension overhaul and no doubt other bits and pieces (they all do at around those k's\age) I've probably dropped around 4k on parts to get mine driving as it should along with some preventive maintenance.. Mine being the sedan brother of this car but with a motor sport kit and steering wheel, 4k would be the asking price if i sell it. I don't think wagons have as much of an appeal as the sedans myself hence the pricing. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hotwire 352 Report post Posted September 26, 2017 Dunno on the Tourings having less appeal or being priced cheaper than the sedan, Decent examples that i have seen have had a premium over a sedan. Even though having a sedan, I think the touring has better lines & is more practical. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gabe79 410 Report post Posted September 26, 2017 1 hour ago, hotwire said: Dunno on the Tourings having less appeal or being priced cheaper than the sedan, Decent examples that i have seen have had a premium over a sedan. Even though having a sedan, I think the touring has better lines & is more practical. I fully agree that the wagon is more practical, and that's my goal at some stage to end up with a pretty-blue (wife requirements, I can't argue too much...) e39 wagon. 3 hours ago, hotwire said: It certainly doesn't look like a well loved car, condition described as "average" which looks to be that at best. Gabe - whats the issue with the Msport? No real issue with Msport. Just not something that makes that much of a difference to me and my driving, but it does make parts more expensive. The positives are nice to have, the negatives are too expensive. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gabe79 410 Report post Posted September 26, 2017 $1500 is blown head gasket territory. https://www.trademe.co.nz/1427953777 Now it’s suspicious. ? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
