Selling my 2002 BMW 540i E39 with the 4.4L V8 and 6-speed manual transmission. I've owned this car for approximately 10 years.
The car is not cosmetically perfect but drives great and recently received a new clutch. It's been maintained throughout my ownership, with several major repairs and maintenance items completed over the years.
Recent repairs (within the last 1,000 miles):
New clutch
Rear main seal
Rear coolant plate
Starter
Fuel pump
Battery
Driver's window regulator
Rear passenger window regulator
New wiper blades
Other recent maintenance:
Water-cooled alternator
Radiator
Coolant expansion tank
Clutch fan and fan shroud
Upper and lower coolant hoses
Valve cover gasket
Valley pan gasket
Crankcase ventilation valve (CCV)
Clutch slave cylinder
LCM
Features:
4.4L V8
6-speed manual transmission
Rear window sunshades
Functional sunroof
Rear sunshade button works
Additional information:
Clean California title in hand
Passed California smog on November 2, 2026
Approximately 10 years of ownership
Clutch repair documentation available from Adams Autoworks in Castro Valley, an independent European auto repair shop
Owner's manual included
Asking $7,000 OBO.
Located in the Emeryville / Oakland area. Viewings by appointment.