bmw 525i e34 (1989)
Sale price: US $2,400.00 Make an Offer
| Condition: | Used | Year: | 1989 |
| VIN : | wbahc2309kbe19344 | Mileage: | 53000 |
| Number of Cylinders: | 6 | Fuel Type: | Gasoline |
| Exterior Color: | Gold | Model: | 5-Series |
| Body Type: | Sedan | Drive Type: | RWD |
| Transmission: | Automatic | Make: | BMW |
| Vehicle Title: | Clean |
Clearwater, Florida, United States
Vehicle description
First and foremost, I believe that transparency is KEY when dealing with an online sale. Please read FULL description.
For sale is an E34 1989 BMW 525i with 53,000 original miles! Automatic - m20b25 engine. I bought this car from a family friend whose mother originally owned the car. She passed away years ago, and the mother"s son wanted to keep the car as a memento. This car was not driven very often, hence the low mileage.
When I took possession of the car (a little over a year ago), there was some work that needed to be done. Please see below: Bilstein Sport struts and shocks with proper alignment (aligned at 50k miles) 17 inch BMW rims (no curb rash) and staggered tires (mounted and balanced at 50k miles). I bought these wheels freshly refurbished for $1500. They are perfectly balanced and true (could use a nice polish). Timing belt, water pump, cam seal, front crank seal and intermediate shaft seal, spark plugs, air filter, battery, cap & rotor, brake fluid flush all done at 50k miles Front sway bar bushings and end links done at 50k like everything else. Hood and Trunk shocks recently replaced. Aftermarket speakers and radio All windows/ moonroof open and close as expected * The above work was all performed by myself, the owner. I do not have documentation for the completed work. This was my personal "weekend" car, and I treated it as such, meaning, there has been a lot of hard/ honest effort put into this vehicle.
Issues with the car (again, going for complete transparency)
Door panel upholstery inserts need work, common issue with these models. A DIY job, or a trip to upholstery shop will be in store A/C does NOT blow cold. Everything functions (blower motor, switches, etc.), just does not blow cold. I initially charged the car with Freon when I purchased it over a year ago. At the time, it blew ICE COLD, but that only lasted for a week or so. I since have not had the time/ interest/ money to pursue repairs. Heat blows HOT Back left quarter panel has some damage (can see in pictures) Back right quarter bumper will need the side marker. The hole where the marker goes is currently covered by black tape. There are also a few scratches around this area. Moonroof trim panel has broken clips, therefore, the moonroof switch hangs. The switch sits in the center console (as pictured) and I plug it in when I want to open/close moonroof. I have the piece that is supposed to go up there, but the plastic pieces that hold it in place have broken. Roof paint is a bit hazy. The whole car could use a polish job, or even a paint job to go above and beyond. Right rear suspension has a tiny squeak. I believe this is the "Dogbone" joint - $50 dollar part. Never bothered me enough to replace. Overall: Car mechanically functions like you would expect a 50k original mile car to. Starts with no hesitation, idles perfect, doesn"t overheat, handles like a charm, and just an absolute blast to drive. Shifts are firm and sporty. Car suspension is TIGHT. Brakes feel nice and firm. Overall a rust-free car. The leather seats and dashboard condition are to me, the most redeeming qualities. I also have the original wheels and tires I will throw in with the sale. Make it a drift car, turbo motor m20b25, manual transmission swap, Mass Air Flow swap, restore to former glory, the sky is the limit with potential. I expect that whomever is interested in this car has a huge interest in older BMW"s, with some sort of basic mechanical abilities. NO, this car is not perfect, but there is NO REPLACEMENT for a low mileage vehicle that is over 30 years old!
I love this car, but unfortunately, have to let her go due to money constraints. This is an "as-is" sale, meaning no return, and once you purchase, I am not responsible for anything that goes wrong/ is needed with the car as it is now approaching 32 years old!
Honesty is key with me, I"ve been as straight-forward as I can so there are no surprises for the new owner. I am willing to offer any additional information/ pictures that I can, but have mentioned everything I can think of.
For sale is an E34 1989 BMW 525i with 53,000 original miles! Automatic - m20b25 engine. I bought this car from a family friend whose mother originally owned the car. She passed away years ago, and the mother"s son wanted to keep the car as a memento. This car was not driven very often, hence the low mileage.
When I took possession of the car (a little over a year ago), there was some work that needed to be done. Please see below: Bilstein Sport struts and shocks with proper alignment (aligned at 50k miles) 17 inch BMW rims (no curb rash) and staggered tires (mounted and balanced at 50k miles). I bought these wheels freshly refurbished for $1500. They are perfectly balanced and true (could use a nice polish). Timing belt, water pump, cam seal, front crank seal and intermediate shaft seal, spark plugs, air filter, battery, cap & rotor, brake fluid flush all done at 50k miles Front sway bar bushings and end links done at 50k like everything else. Hood and Trunk shocks recently replaced. Aftermarket speakers and radio All windows/ moonroof open and close as expected * The above work was all performed by myself, the owner. I do not have documentation for the completed work. This was my personal "weekend" car, and I treated it as such, meaning, there has been a lot of hard/ honest effort put into this vehicle.
Issues with the car (again, going for complete transparency)
Door panel upholstery inserts need work, common issue with these models. A DIY job, or a trip to upholstery shop will be in store A/C does NOT blow cold. Everything functions (blower motor, switches, etc.), just does not blow cold. I initially charged the car with Freon when I purchased it over a year ago. At the time, it blew ICE COLD, but that only lasted for a week or so. I since have not had the time/ interest/ money to pursue repairs. Heat blows HOT Back left quarter panel has some damage (can see in pictures) Back right quarter bumper will need the side marker. The hole where the marker goes is currently covered by black tape. There are also a few scratches around this area. Moonroof trim panel has broken clips, therefore, the moonroof switch hangs. The switch sits in the center console (as pictured) and I plug it in when I want to open/close moonroof. I have the piece that is supposed to go up there, but the plastic pieces that hold it in place have broken. Roof paint is a bit hazy. The whole car could use a polish job, or even a paint job to go above and beyond. Right rear suspension has a tiny squeak. I believe this is the "Dogbone" joint - $50 dollar part. Never bothered me enough to replace. Overall: Car mechanically functions like you would expect a 50k original mile car to. Starts with no hesitation, idles perfect, doesn"t overheat, handles like a charm, and just an absolute blast to drive. Shifts are firm and sporty. Car suspension is TIGHT. Brakes feel nice and firm. Overall a rust-free car. The leather seats and dashboard condition are to me, the most redeeming qualities. I also have the original wheels and tires I will throw in with the sale. Make it a drift car, turbo motor m20b25, manual transmission swap, Mass Air Flow swap, restore to former glory, the sky is the limit with potential. I expect that whomever is interested in this car has a huge interest in older BMW"s, with some sort of basic mechanical abilities. NO, this car is not perfect, but there is NO REPLACEMENT for a low mileage vehicle that is over 30 years old!
I love this car, but unfortunately, have to let her go due to money constraints. This is an "as-is" sale, meaning no return, and once you purchase, I am not responsible for anything that goes wrong/ is needed with the car as it is now approaching 32 years old!
Honesty is key with me, I"ve been as straight-forward as I can so there are no surprises for the new owner. I am willing to offer any additional information/ pictures that I can, but have mentioned everything I can think of.