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This 2001 BMW 540ia type e39 of French origin has 210,000 km, justified by a Histovec report. The seller states that the car is in good general condition, has a valid Technical Inspection and has had recent and regular service.
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On the outside, the car is in good condition. The paint in its black color (Cosmos schwarz - 303) has visible defects in the gallery. The front bumper will be replaced for the sale. The exterior plastics and seals are in good condition, as are the headlights. The seller indicates that this e39 is free of corrosion.

The interior is in very good condition and completely original. The black leather upholstery has no tears or holes but shows very slight traces of wear. The steering wheel and the dashboard are in very good condition. The on-board instrumentation and the electrical equipment are working normally. This 540 has the following equipment:
-Steptronic
-Dynamic Stab. Control (dsc)
-Servotronic
-Multifunction steering wheel M
-Alarm system
-Electric sunroof
-Power seats with memory
-Automatic air conditioning
-CD player
-Radio Bmw Business

The 4.4 liter V8 developed 286 hp when it left the factory. The engine has been reprogrammed to run on ethanol and now develops 315hp (see dyno report gallery). The seller indicates that the mechanics work normally as well as the 5 speed automatic transmission. The engine is fully original. The seller has numerous invoices. Recently, it has benefited from the following charges:
-Sealing on top of the motor
-Engine and BVA oil change
-Manifold gasket (for sale)

The seller specifies that the yellow engine light (see video) will be removed for sale. This last one appeared following the revision of the top engine.

The car has its 4 original rims in good condition. The car brakes normally. The front discs and pads are new (Bosch).

The seller is a professional located in France at La Chapelle en Serval (60) and accepts visits during the sale. The car will be sold with its French registration, invoices and a favorable CT of less than 6 months.

The seller wished to define a reserve price.

Auction information

Dates

Auction opening date: Thursday April 8th 2021 00:00
Auction end date: Saturday April 17th 2021 21:45

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