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E39 (1997 - 2003)
The BMW 5-Series (E39 chassis) was introduced in the United States as a 1997 model year car and lasted until the 2004 when the E60 chassis was released. The United States saw several variations including the 525i, 528i, 530i and 540i. -- View the E39 Wiki

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Old 05-03-2013, 09:43 PM
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Hello all.. just picked up a E39 for 2800$.. will post pictures later on. just wanted to share the good news with all my fellow owners....... i call her the silver enforcer....
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Old 05-04-2013, 09:50 AM
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Good Luck. If you are an automotive DIYer, get a copy of the Bentley E39 manual and a good scan tool. If not, find a good mechanic who knows BMWs.

First up, replace the VANOS seals.

Second, look for a date sticker on the radiator. If it's the same as the date of manufacture, get ready to overhaul it.
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Old 05-04-2013, 09:53 AM
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Welcome to the FEST I also have a name for my E39 "Bessie"
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Hello all.. just picked up a E39 for 2800$.. will post pictures later on. just wanted to share the good news with all my fellow owners....... i call her the silver enforcer....
Welcome to the fest!! Glad to have you aboard! You'll be blown away with the knowledge here on bimmerfest. Btw, what year/model/package e39 did you purchase?
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Old 05-04-2013, 03:02 PM
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thank you every one . bought a 1998 528i . i think i got a good deal. i paid 2500 . car currently has 120000k .... one of my clients took it away from his kid, drunk driving. not sure what package . silver with black interior. just bled the coolant, due do to overheating. car has a pioneer head unit.. right now just reading up . this site is awesome
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Old 05-04-2013, 03:06 PM
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sorry for the typo . meant 2800
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