I drive an '03 540i with 168,000 miles. I do not believe any of the previous owners did the timing chain guides. After searching the forums and not finding anything about this, I'm creating my own thread with a few questions: 1 - What could these be? My original thought were timing chain...

I am test driving this car tomorrow and, if everything goes well, I am thinking about buying it. Here's the link to the car: http://www.thecarfinder.us/inventory/2003_BMW_540i/25345 Pros: 2003 540i with Sport and Premium Pkg New Brakes New Tires New Cooling System ^These were all done by the...

Hey everyone - new here, since this is our first potential BMW purchase. We're thinking about replacing my wife's '05 Accord (145K) with a 2003 540i. Just starting the process, but found what appears to be a good option from a private seller. Here are the details I have now: - 65K miles - 2...

I have recently moved to Seattle from Kansas City. Last year I bought an '03 540i M sport from Bavarian Auto Group (will endorse all day, excellent used buying experience). I had developed a relationship with the owner and he plugged me into a great local garage that would allow me to supply my...

WTB: Looking to buy a super clean 2003 540i a m-sport with low mileage (80k or less). It must have maintenance records. Should be accident free with clean title. Navigation a plus. Willing to pay finders fee. Thanks.

I have a 2003 540 Touring with 69,000 miles on it. I made the mistake of buying Sumitomo tires (they suck) and after a whopping 10,000 miles on them. They have feathered and I have bad steering wheel vibration between 45-65 mph. I've been told I need new tires and am due to replace the struts...

I am looking to buy a 2003 540i M Sport, automatic, in good condition. I owned one and foolishly sold it to buy a new benz. Now I want it back! I'm in CA, but willing to buy out of state so long as I can bring it in state easily. Thanks.

Just got a nice 03 540i Sport, should be here next week. Going to downsize to a 17" for the Utah winter wheather and thinking of the Blizzak LM-25. Tirerack's options are somewhat limited in 17" but it recommends staggered 235/45 and 255/45. Wouldn't I be better off going with 235/45R17 LM-25...