diff between sport package (540/530) and non-sport?

[Ultimatespine]

Is there a diff between the sport package (540/530) and non-sport only appearance/styling or is it performance as well? thank you!

[Ultimatespine]

2000 540i 6 speed manual, is this a sport package? or not necessarily.

[waapples]

I would say performance as well, since the sports package offers the better suspension deal.

[Ultimatespine]

I would say performance as well, since the sports package offers the better suspension deal.

thank you.

2000 540i, 6 speed, 72,625 miles for $16,495. is this a good deal, and what are the chances of that being the sports package? doesn't say anything about it in the ad.

[00BMW540i6]

thank you.

2000 540i, 6 speed, 72,625 miles for $16,495. is this a good deal, and what are the chances of that being the sports package? doesn't say anything about it in the ad.

It's a 6speed so it automatically came with the sports package. Lowered sport suspension, 17in wheels, shadowline trim, ///M shifter and steering wheel, etc.

Link us to the ad so we can check it out too! Thats exactly the same mileage and price they were asking for my '00 540 6speed when I bought it in June.

[Ultimatespine]

It's a 6speed so it automatically came with the sports package. Lowered sport suspension, 17in wheels, shadowline trim, ///M shifter and steering wheel, etc.

Link us to the ad so we can check it out too! Thats exactly the same mileage and price they were asking for my '00 540 6speed when I bought it in June.

sorry, i'm not allowed to post links. go to cars.com and search for a 2000 540 in shrewsburry, ma.

[Ultimatespine]

It's a 6speed so it automatically came with the sports package. Lowered sport suspension, 17in wheels, shadowline trim, ///M shifter and steering wheel, etc.

Link us to the ad so we can check it out too! Thats exactly the same mileage and price they were asking for my '00 540 6speed when I bought it in June.

so what did you end up getting it for?

[Qsilver7]

Is there a diff between the sport package (540/530) and non-sport only appearance/styling or is it performance as well? thank you!

If you click on the PARKED FAQ (its like the 3rd link down on the e39 home page)...there is a link in that thread that has ALL of the standard & optional features for every e39 model from 1997-2002. I think it titled "model information" and is about the 6th link down once you open the FAQ thread.

Its not hard to find...just scroll down the FAQ page.

[Ultimatespine]

If you click on the PARKED FAQ (its like the 3rd link down on the e39 home page)...there is a link in that thread that has ALL of the standard & optional features for every e39 model from 1997-2002. I think it titled "model information" and is about the 6th link down once you open the FAQ thread.

Its not hard to find...just scroll down the FAQ page.

thanx.

also, which would you guys pick?

the 2000 540 i described above or a 2003 530i/5 speed manual with similar miles and price.

[zombie990]

thanx.

also, which would you guys pick?

the 2000 540 i described above or a 2003 530i/5 speed manual with similar miles and price.

Ive driven both and I ended up with the 540/6. Mine also has the sport package. I love it so much more than the 530. Nothing like having a six speed. The 540 was also a lot more thrilling of a driving experience for me.

[00BMW540i6]

Drive them both, the question will be answered VERY quickly. The 540 is such a blast to drive. I bought mine for $15k just outside of Boston at a Herb Chambers Mercedes dealer.

[00BMW540i6]

Read up on the FAQs about these cars and what you need to check when buying (cooling system, etc). This site has just about everything you'll ever need to know about these cars. I cant tell what wheels those are, but you could have a twin to me. It'll be good to have another 540 BF.c member in New England!

Here's the link: http://www.cars.com/go/search/detail...eadExists=true

[Ultimatespine]

again, thanx for the replies. yeah i figure the 540 will be more of a thrill to drive.

[Ultimatespine]

Read up on the FAQs about these cars and what you need to check when buying (cooling system, etc). This site has just about everything you'll ever need to know about these cars. I cant tell what wheels those are, but you could have a twin to me. It'll be good to have another 540 BF.c member in New England!

so, from the looks of it, does it look like it has the sports pkg?

[zombie990]

so, from the looks of it, does it look like it has the sports pkg?

I can't tell from the angle of the pic. But its really easy to tell once you go check it out. It'll have the ///M wheels, shifter, and steering wheel. And I'm not sure, but I believe all 6sps are sport??? Somebody correct me if I'm wrong. Anyways like ppl are saying, go check it out and drive it. But before you commit to it, check into the systems that like to fail on this car. Do some research and you'll easily find out what they are.

[00BMW540i6]

I can't tell from the angle of the pic. But its really easy to tell once you go check it out. It'll have the ///M wheels, shifter, and steering wheel. And I'm not sure, but I believe all 6sps are sport??? Somebody correct me if I'm wrong. Anyways like ppl are saying, go check it out and drive it. But before you commit to it, check into the systems that like to fail on this car. Do some research and you'll easily find out what they are.

Yes, it is a sport if it has a 6speed. You'll also notice ///M on the steering wheel and shift knob.

[Ultimatespine]

I heard the 540 manuals are harder to sell than the autos. how credible is this, in case i buy and want to re-sell later?

[zombie990]

I heard the 540 manuals are harder to sell than the autos. how credible is this, in case i buy and want to re-sell later?

I'm just guessing that its because ALOT of people today don't know how to drive a standard shift car, or they just want to be able to talk on phone, put on makeup, eat etc. Maybe they just don't want to deal with the hassle of shifting in their daily commute. But there are still people out there that will buy your car if you decide to resell. I know when I was shopping for a car I wouldn't even look at the car if it was an auto tranny. So i say don't even worry about when it comes time to resell. Just go with the 6/5 speed if thats what you prefer to drive.