Some help and info regarding e39 525i touring

[abharoochi]

Hi guys.....

Can anyone tell me the model of this motor? And is it reliable? It's from a 2002 e39 525i touring.

Oh, and are there any seasoned e39's who would be able to check out this car with me? Please pm me. Thanks

 

[Coisman]

I think a VIN number would help allot, as the guys can then be sure what engine it is

 

[Gizmo]

M54B25. Super reliable if maintained.

 

[abharoochi]

M54B25. Super reliable if maintained.

Thanks Gizmo

 

[samman325]

M54B25. Super reliable if maintained.

+1000
More like virtually indestructible if maintained (based on experience of currently owning one with over 470k km's all original)


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[abharoochi]

Okay cool... so the feedback is good thus far.

Anyone out there interested in having a look at the vehicle before i purchase??

:rollsmile:

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M54B25. Super reliable if maintained.

+1000
More like virtually indestructible if maintained (based on experience of currently owning one with over 470k km's all original)


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The pic attached is the actual motor in the car - so should i assume that it is well maintained... :slow:

 

[samman325]

Okay cool... so the feedback is good thus far.

Anyone out there interested in having a look at the vehicle before i purchase??

:rollsmile:

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M54B25. Super reliable if maintained.

+1000
More like virtually indestructible if maintained (based on experience of currently owning one with over 470k km's all original)


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The pic attached is the actual motor in the car - so should i assume that it is well maintained... :slow:

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It's impossible to tell from the external looks. A good engine wash will wash away oil and coolant residue and can be deceiving.

Best to get someone knowledgeable to look at it, get it onto a lift if possible.

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[Gizmo]

The insulation tape on the maf wiring and the oxygen sensor plugs cable tied together and dangling down over the exhaust are the only things standing out in the pic.

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I thought E39 had the washer bottle in the fender behind the front right tire?

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Oh and the missing L shape rubber bonnet seal on the rhs.

 

[RAArmstrong]

The insulation tape on the maf wiring and the oxygen sensor plugs cable tied together and dangling down over the exhaust are the only things standing out in the pic.

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I thought E39 had the washer bottle in the fender behind the front right tire?

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That positioning for the water bottle is fine. My 530d had it in exactly the same spot...


Where is the car located?

 

[abharoochi]

The insulation tape on the maf wiring and the oxygen sensor plugs cable tied together and dangling down over the exhaust are the only things standing out in the pic.

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I thought E39 had the washer bottle in the fender behind the front right tire?

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That positioning for the water bottle is fine. My 530d had it in exactly the same spot...


Where is the car located?

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Cape Town... Woodstock