Need Input

[astigracing]

I'm looking at a 1995 540i a/t w/ 200K miles, clean title, original motor. The sellers best offer is $1900. What do I need to look out for? Please advise.

[BoldUlysses]

Either it's not a '92, or it's not a 540. 540s were only offered for the '94 and '95 model years here in the US. I'd be more worried about it being on the original trans than the original engine; the life expectancy of the typical BMW slushbox is somewhere around 200K.

[astigracing]

Either it's not a '92, or it's not a 540. 540s were only offered for the '94 and '95 model years here in the US. I'd be more worried about it being on the original trans than the original engine; the life expectancy of the typical BMW slushbox is somewhere around 200K.It's a '95. Taken it still has the original tranny. What's the average rebuild cost?

[Shoomakan]

It's generally a better idea to source another transmission from the junkyard.

It's also common practice to swap out the auto for a 5 or 6 speed transmission, which is a process that has been discussed and shown many times before.

[astigracing]

I would definitely consider if it was just up to me but my wife does not want to drive stick shift.
It's generally a better idea to source another transmission from the junkyard.

It's also common practice to swap out the auto for a 5 or 6 speed transmission, which is a process that has been discussed and shown many times before.

[ShapeShifter]

Have you read the FAQ sticky?

[Sparke34]

My v8's trans is at 240k and starting to make noise. My wife can drive and my daughter will learn.

Parts cost here, if you're inclined.
http://www.autoshoppingcenter.com/transmissions/Kits/bmw.html

Not a bad price for the car if it's been kept.?

[astigracing]

My v8's trans is at 240k and starting to make noise. My wife can drive and my daughter will learn.

Parts cost here, if you're inclined.
http://www.autoshoppingcenter.com/transmissions/Kits/bmw.html

Not a bad price for the car if it's been kept.?It's very clean. Brand new paint. All electrical works properly. No body damage.

[richinvan]

Post the last 7 of the VIN and I'll pull the build sheet for you.