2000 540iT Sport Wagon – Oxford Green over Sand Beige – Two Owners

[jake93854]

I've owned 2 540iT wagons so far and have since been scouring the country to find a clean example. After basically giving up on my search, this car fell in my lap. Before then, I instead pulled the trigger on an E39 M5. Since this wagon was too good to be true, I bought it too. I've since picked up another car on my list: a 2001 740i M-Sport, so I am strapped for garage space at the moment. I have only owned the car for about a month, and the more I drive it the more I wish I could keep it. Does anyone want my 740i instead? Hmmm. A little info:

2000 540iT Sport (M steering wheel, sport seats, sport automatic, 4:3 navigation)

• technically a one-owner car (a bought it from a woman, her father was the original owner. She didn't have the car long, and I could tell from the maintenance history that the car was very well maintained by an enthusiast)
• minor modifications (ST coilovers, exhaust resonator/barrel delete (it is open, I was planned on welding shut), M5 wheels, etc.
• maintenance records are consistent, the car is well kept
• 114k miles, no check engine lights
• tires, brakes are solid
• interior is clean, driver's sport seat has a small rip (I bought 740i M sport seats to replace these)
• paint is 7/10, interior is 8.5 to 9/10
• very minor accident reported in December 2020 (a driver was parallel parking and backed into the wagon with their Civic. Front bumper and headlights were replaced. I have pictures saved of the damage. This is the only accident the car has been involved in)
• very very minor rust spots on the tailgate and rocker panel near rear wheel well (typical spots)

Here's what I've done so far:

• my friend was parting out an Oxford Green E39 sedan, so I bought some parts off of that for the wagon to be pristine regarding paint (M front bumper, hood, aftermarket DEPO headlights, floor mats)
• 740i M sport seats (no rips, only cracks, but I am restoring anyway. I can include these in the sale at an additional (but cheap) price)
• new power steering lines

I have not registered the car yet but plan on doing so on Feb 22. I don't really want to sell the car considering how long its taken me to find, but for the right price I guess I could let it go. I was planning on having it detailed, but with all the snow we've been getting it has proven to be difficult. If I don't sell it, I will continue building it up and likely sell my M5, 740i, or my racecar instead. I am an indecisive person if you can't already tell.


$10,000 for everything (M bumper, hood, headlights, floor mats, 740i M sport seats)

Please call or text me at 908 917 8397 for photos/videos as well as maintenance records, Carfax, etc.

[jake93854]

Please do not reach out to me if you need to sell your car first, ask your wife, wait to get paid, etc.

[Brandon28]

I'm glad you're so far away or I'd be very tempted to grab this. Good luck with the sale.

[jake93854]

Does anyone want the 2001 740i M sport I just bought? I am considering selling that instead of the wagon.

[jake93854]

I'm glad you're so far away or I'd be very tempted to grab this. Good luck with the sale.

thank you sir

[TexasTouring]

This is a beautiful wagon. Does it have heated seats?

[rlordjr]

I have that same wagon! So what are the deets on the 740?

[Uber Sedan]

Bump for the ultimate grocery getter.

Sweet ride, and a perfect compliment of additional parts; already "hunted and gathered"! Well played.

[ndz]

Sharp touring. My favorite wheels, and possibly my favorite color combo.

[mrmontel]

2003 325i wagon auto
Blue on tan
91400 original miles
Sf Bay Area Ca
Montel2007@yahoo.com
$5685 asking
In case someone is looking for no rust Cali car
2 owner
Daily driver runs great

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[mateo8]

Mods please delete this spam

Also in the e39 touring subform under the "interesting wagons for sale" thread

[mateo8]

I've owned 2 540iT wagons so far and have since been scouring the country to find a clean example. After basically giving up on my search, this car fell in my lap. Before then, I instead pulled the trigger on an E39 M5. Since this wagon was too good to be true, I bought it too. I've since picked up another car on my list: a 2001 740i M-Sport, so I am strapped for garage space at the moment. I have only owned the car for about a month, and the more I drive it the more I wish I could keep it. Does anyone want my 740i instead? Hmmm. A little info:

2000 540iT Sport (M steering wheel, sport seats, sport automatic, 4:3 navigation)

• technically a one-owner car (a bought it from a woman, her father was the original owner. She didn't have the car long, and I could tell from the maintenance history that the car was very well maintained by an enthusiast)
• minor modifications (ST coilovers, exhaust resonator/barrel delete (it is open, I was planned on welding shut), M5 wheels, etc.
• maintenance records are consistent, the car is well kept
• 114k miles, no check engine lights
• tires, brakes are solid
• interior is clean, driver's sport seat has a small rip (I bought 740i M sport seats to replace these)
• paint is 7/10, interior is 8.5 to 9/10
• very minor accident reported in December 2020 (a driver was parallel parking and backed into the wagon with their Civic. Front bumper and headlights were replaced. I have pictures saved of the damage. This is the only accident the car has been involved in)
• very very minor rust spots on the tailgate and rocker panel near rear wheel well (typical spots)

Here's what I've done so far:

• my friend was parting out an Oxford Green E39 sedan, so I bought some parts off of that for the wagon to be pristine regarding paint (M front bumper, hood, aftermarket DEPO headlights, floor mats)
• 740i M sport seats (no rips, only cracks, but I am restoring anyway. I can include these in the sale at an additional (but cheap) price)
• new power steering lines

I have not registered the car yet but plan on doing so on Feb 22. I don't really want to sell the car considering how long its taken me to find, but for the right price I guess I could let it go. I was planning on having it detailed, but with all the snow we've been getting it has proven to be difficult. If I don't sell it, I will continue building it up and likely sell my M5, 740i, or my racecar instead. I am an indecisive person if you can't already tell.


$10,000 for everything (M bumper, hood, headlights, floor mats, 740i M sport seats)

Please call or text me at 908 917 8397 for photos/videos as well as maintenance records, Carfax, etc.

Was this for sale a couple of years ago? I saw one similar spec (Central NJ craigslist), but with M-Pars on it for a price I could afford, but bringing 2 e39 540 wagons to store in my parents garage (as I don't have one myself), especially within a 2 week span, would've been a big no-no. Looks great, happy I got my Glacier Green one, but this color is stunning

[jake93854]

I doubt it as the previous owner had the car for a very long time. When it was posted I jumped on it immediately.

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Also the car is still for sale. I know I said earlier that I plan on keeping it, but I’ve run into an unexpected living situation. I won’t have enough garage space at my next place.

Feel free to come take a look whenever you like.

[mattysnkrs]

Beautiful car!

[jake93854]

BUMP this car is still for sale. Just did valve cover gasket, fluids, alignment, new fog lights, used M bumper. Runs and drives great. Fast car. Need to sell before June 1 or I will keep it
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[mbonder]

Did you install the e38 seats too?

[jake93854]

Did you install the e38 seats too?

Not yet, I just moved so I havent had time. I am taking my RV on the road soon, so they will probably come uninstalled

[jake93854]

http://ebay.us/xmPGeh?cmpnId=5338273189

[benbenbenben]

hi Jake.. can i get some info on the 740i you want to sell? Thanks! Also really beaut wagon.

[jake93854]

hi Jake.. can i get some info on the 740i you want to sell? Thanks! Also really beaut wagon.

Sold, sorry the original post is a bit outdated

[drivingimpaired]

Might have missed it, but are the timing chain guides done?

[rjb2968]

Curious if you've decided to sell the M5 rather than this

[jake93854]

Curious if you've decided to sell the M5 rather than this

Yes! I sold it. Great car, but this wagon is super cool.

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Might have missed it, but are the timing chain guides done?

Timing chain guides have not been done but the car drives great with no issues. Engine runs well, I am always very careful with it and regularly change out oil with what is recommended to keep the timing chain guides intact. I plan on eventually doing a S62 swap at some point if I keep the car.

[rjmo]

I just found this thread....looking for a clean wagon for an LS swap. Is it still for sale or is it not for sale now, since you ended up selling the 7-series?

[jake93854]

I just found this thread....looking for a clean wagon for an LS swap. Is it still for sale or is it not for sale now, since you ended up selling the 7-series?

Yes still for sale.