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£7,010

1999 BMW 540i SE Sport Pack

Bonhams Cars Online • UK • 17 May 2023

Market Position:

Lowest 20% of Past Sales

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£7,010

1999 BMW 540i SE Sport Pack

UK • 17 May 2023

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Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1999 BMW 540i SE Sport Pack is a well-preserved example of the E39 generation, boasting a Velvet Blue Metallic exterior and Cream Nappa leather interior. With only 58,800 miles and a comprehensive service history, this V8-powered saloon offers a blend of performance and comfort for the discerning enthusiast.

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Condition 

7

The car is in very good condition for its age, with only minor cosmetic imperfections. The interior is also well-maintained, with only light wear visible. The car has been well-maintained mechanically, with recent service history. The car also retains its original book pack and toolkit.

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58,800 miles

WBADN62060GF10508

RHD

United Kingdom

Automatic

S677 BBV

1999

Auction

£7,010

1999 BMW 540i SE Sport Pack

Bonhams Cars Online • UK • 17 May 2023

Market Position:

Lowest 20% of Past Sales

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Description

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Price Analysis vs Other 5 Series (E39) 540is

£2,484

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£11,368

Median Price (Since 2020)

£49,929

Highest Price (Since 2020)

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Previous 5 Series (E39) 540i Sales

MOT Information

Valid

Expires on 14th Sept 2027

Latest MOT mileage:

73,636 miles

MOT History

Passed

On 15th Sept 2026, 73,636 miles

There were 13 defects noted.

Minor:
- Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))


Advisory:
- Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output water ingress (4.1.4 (b))
- Rear exhaust heat shield inscure
- front under tray damaged
- Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- o/s/r and n/s/r sill ends corroded @ jacking points
- Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- parking brake Requirements only just met.
It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Passed

On 2nd Sept 2025, 70,109 miles

There were 3 defects noted.

Advisory:
- Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both faded (4.4.3 (a))
- Rear exhaust heat shield insecure
- Nearside rear jacking point corroded

Passed

On 29th Aug 2024, 66,149 miles


Failed

On 26th Jul 2024, 66,135 miles

There were 2 defects noted.

Major:
- Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

MOT Mileage Trend

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Auction House Headquarters

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101 New Bond Street, London, Greater London, W1S 1SR, England

Based in London, Bonhams Cars Online is an online auction platform dealing in classic, performance, and collector vehicles. They operate timed online auctions and provide vehicle consignment services.

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