Buying E53 X5

[Billy Greenbush]

I'm thinking of buying an E53 X5 . I'll have around €12,000 to spend max... so looking at cars with north of 100,000 miles

What are the issues to look out for with these cars with this type of mileage ? What should I expect to have been done if it's been looked after properly?

Thanks

[Dave]

Are you going to part with the E39?

[Billy Greenbush]

Yes Dave I'm going to put it on the market the UK. I spoke to a couple of specialist dealers over there . I have it booked into to get some body work done tomorrow then she's ready for pics

[Dave]

That's a shame after all the effort!

[JohnH]

Marc,
We've 170k Kms on our e53.
Heres what we've had to do and is what I'd look for in a replacement
Replaced all the shocks
Changed gearbox oil
Regular servicing (more than the prescribed amount)
Replaced steering wheel trim (the original will be worn by now)
Replace cv boots
Fit hid bulbs
I'd want decent tyres on the car too, preferably original spec tyres
And some tax

I think that's about it...

[Billy Greenbush]

That's a shame after all the effort!

If I can make a few bob on her I'll let her go- if not more than happy to keep her.



http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/bmw/e39-5-series-96-04/bmw-530i-m-sport-e39-just-12-500-miles-from-new/3853375

Mine has 22,000 miles. I don't believe that car above is worth £20k but I do know what that dealer paid for it and it's good money

[Billy Greenbush]

Marc,
We've 170k Kms on our e53.
Heres what we've had to do and is what I'd look for in a replacement
Replaced all the shocks
Changed gearbox oil
Regular servicing (more than the prescribed amount)
Replaced steering wheel trim (the original will be worn by now)
Replace cv boots
Fit hid bulbs
I'd want decent tyres on the car too, preferably original spec tyres
And some tax

I think that's about it...

Great thanks John . Bushings have been mentioned elsewhere also. I'm on the look out for a well kept commercial one but if a nice one comes up..this one has been well looked after


http://cars.donedeal.ie/view/9580552
BMW X5 3.0d M Sport - One Owner - 123,397KMS

[JohnH]

Marc,
We've 170k Kms on our e53.
Heres what we've had to do and is what I'd look for in a replacement
Replaced all the shocks
Changed gearbox oil
Regular servicing (more than the prescribed amount)
Replaced steering wheel trim (the original will be worn by now)
Replace cv boots
Fit hid bulbs
I'd want decent tyres on the car too, preferably original spec tyres
And some tax

I think that's about it...

Great thanks John . Bushings have been mentioned elsewhere also. I'm on the look out for a well kept commercial one but if a nice one comes up..this one has been well looked after


http://cars.donedeal.ie/view/9580552
BMW X5 3.0d M Sport - One Owner - 123,397KMS

Looks very well. I'd have a look at that.

[aland]

After owning one for a few years the only weak point is the gearbox.
Try and check if any work has been done, oil change is a must.
Avoid anything with budget tyres if you can.
I think JohnH has covered most of the wear and tear items that go!