1998 BMW 5 Series 523i E39 Auto
WA • Private
21
Odometer208,000km
Body typeSedan
FuelPetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Comments from the seller
Selling my BMW E39 523i — enthusiast‑owned, self‑serviced, and properly sorted. I have a RS 265 Mégane for sale as well, cannot afford both, which ever goes first will define the other car being kept.
Running the legendary M52 straight‑six: smooth, durable and completely dry underneath with no oil leaks, which is rare for these.
Front fender has been repainted, and it has a few honest age‑related scratches, but nothing that takes away from the car.
Factory cream leather interior in great shape, paired with genuine M Sport 18" wheels that really complete the look and give it the stance an E39 deserves.
Drives tight, planted and exactly how a well‑kept E39 should. A genuine, honest example for someone who appreciates BMW’s golden era.
FOR THAT ADDED PEACE OF MIND
6 airbags to protect you and your family. This 1998 BMW 5 Series 523i E39 Auto has passenger airbag, side airbags and driver airbag. Keep yourself at a safe distance with ABS brakes.
EXCITING FEATURES
It has remote central locking, front & rear power windows, power steering, leather steering wheel and integrated security system. Fog lights. Finally this bmw 5 series 523i has climate control air conditioning.
Car details
øVehicle description
E39 523i Sedan 4dr Steptronic 5sp 2.5i
Powerplant type
Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)
Cost to insureSponsored
Exterior colour
Blue
Interior colour
Cream
Body type
Sedan, 4 doors, 5 seats
Transmission
5 speed Automatic
Engine
6 cylinders, Petrol Aspirated, 2.5L
Cost of finance
Registration plate
Registration expiry
1 month/December 2026
Build date
Check with seller
Compliance date
June 1998
Cost to transportSponsored
Roadworthy certificate
carsales Network ID
SSE-AD-20939908
After market
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Controls
Smart device integration - Android AutoSmart device integration - Apple CarPlay
Entertainment
Colour display screen - front
Driver assistance
Camera - rear
Camera
Dash Cam
Security
Central locking
Air conditioning
Air conditioning
Driving
Cruise control
Leather
Seats
Rims
18" alloy wheels
Factory fitted
Option pack
Headlamps - Xenon & Headlamp washers
- Headlamps - Xenon (Low beam only)
- Headlamp Washers
- Cruise Control
- Steering Wheel - Illuminated
Phone
Car Phone - Integrated
Windows
Double Glazed Glass
Display
On-board Computer - Advanced
Paint
Paint - Metallic
Power steering
Servotronic Power Steering - Speed Sensitive
Audio, Visual & Communication
CD / DVD
CD stacker - 6 disc
Speakers
6 speaker stereo
Radio
Radio cassette
Antenna
Power antenna
Safety & Security
Airbags
DriverPassengerHead for 1st row seats (front)Head for 2nd row seatsSide for 1st row occupants (front)
Seatbelts
Lap/sash for 5 seatsPretensioners 1st row (front)
Emergency
First aid kit
Vehicle control
ABS (antilock brakes)TractionElectronic stability
Security
Central locking - remote/keylessEngine immobiliserIntegrated security system
Comfort & Convenience
Climate
Climate control
Armrests
Rear centre (shared)
Sunvisor
Illuminated vanity mirror for driverIlluminated vanity mirror for passenger
Lights & Windows
Headlights
Electric level adjustment
Lights
Fog lamps - front
Power windows
Front & rear
Rear view mirror
Electric anti glare
Wipers
Intermittent wipers
Interior
Leather
Steering wheelTrim (incl. seats, inserts)
Woodgrain
Burr walnut trim
Seating
Headrests
Adjustable 2nd row x3
Exterior
Body coloured
BumpersDoor handlesExterior mirrors partial
Mirrors
Electric - auto dipping (reversing)
Moulding
Body side
Steering
Power steering
Power steering
Brakes
Front
Ventilated
Rear
Solid
Suspension
Type
Independent rear suspension
Fuel
E10
Fuel Type
Petrol - Unleaded ULP
Fuel Capacity
70L
RON Rating
91
Fuel Delivery
Multi-Point Injection
Method of Delivery
Electronic Sequential
Fuel Consumption Highway‡
7.5L/100km
Fuel Consumption City‡
11L/100km
Fuel Maximum Distance
933km
Fuel Minimum Distance
636km
Safety & Security
Number of Airbags
6
Engine
Engine type
Piston
Engine Location
Front
Engine Size (cc)
2494cc
Engine Size (L)
2.5L
Induction
Aspirated
Engine Configuration
In-line
Cylinders
6
Camshaft
DOHC with VVT
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
4
Compression ratio
10.5
Generic Engine Type
Piston
Power
125.0kW
Power rpm To
5500rpm
Torque
245Nm
Torque rpm To
3950rpm
Power to Weight Ratio
80.1kW/t
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9s
Transmission & Drivetrain
Gears
5
Gear Type
Steptronic (Sports Automatic)
Gear Location
Floor
Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Steering
Steering
Rack and Pinion
Wheels & Tyres
Rim Material
Steel
Front Rim Description
15x6.5
Rear Rim Description
15x6.5
Front Tyre Description
205/65 R15
Rear Tyre Description
205/65 R15
Dimensions & Weights
Length
4775mm
Width
1800mm
Height
1435mm
Wheelbase
2830mm
Track Front
1516mm
Track Rear
1530mm
Kerb Weight
1560kg
Gross Vehicle Mass
2015kg
Payload
455kg
Towing Capacity (braked)
1800kg
Towing Capacity (Unbraked)
750kg
Warranty & Service
Warranty in Years from First Registration
2yr
Other
Country of Origin
GERMANY
Launch Year
1998
Launch Month
1
Generation Name
E39
Series
E39
Badge
523i
Doors
4
Seat Capacity
5
Body Style
Sedan
Probationary plate status +
New South Wales
Allowed
Victoria
Approved
Queensland
Approved
South Australia
Approved
Australian Capital Territory
Approved
Western Australia
Approved
Northern Territory
Approved
Tasmania
Approved
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