502MS | Project e39 540i (UPDATED) - Page 5

Black Type II · 01-20-08, 09:15 PM

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Originally Posted by 502 MotorSports

10/4 sir....

Good argument. No 6 speeds, but 5 speeds did with the 528iT

did they ever do a 6spd swap? would it be worth it?

ive looked on autotrader and seems noone is selling any 528it all results were 540it

what would be the value of a 5spd 528it with lets say 100k+ and M package

**502 MotorSports** · 01-20-08, 10:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Black Type II

did they ever do a 6spd swap? would it be worth it?

ive looked on autotrader and seems noone is selling any 528it all results were 540it

what would be the value of a 5spd 528it with lets say 100k+ and M package

1- no need to do a 6 speed swap. Most swaps are done on A/T cars, not to mention the swap is not for the faint at heart (on the 540i Performing Imports gave me a quote of ~$15k!!!)

2 - Expand your area of search. 540iT may be out there for those who want to get a Prius.

3 - I cannot tell you that. a) depends on your area; b) BMW owners are one that you cannot come around with KBB numbers. Dinan mods will make the KBB null and void. So, it really depends on the owner

Black Type II · 01-20-08, 10:16 PM

i put my search for anywhere and found a 540it 2600 miles from me but didnt see any 528s i will search again when i have free time i will be leaving for work shortly

**502 MotorSports** · 01-20-08, 10:27 PM

http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...0&cardist=1820

http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/search...sfyc=&systime=

Black Type II · 01-20-08, 10:37 PM

i think i know what happened i searched 01+ models only i want the M package and the halos gotta have the OEM halos

**502 MotorSports** · 01-21-08, 07:22 PM

for the price of the Halos [~400.00], you can save a few thousand dollars and get a pre-2001.

drewLegend · 01-21-08, 07:28 PM

E39T's are so nice. We have an '01 528iT, I think it is, in the shop right now. Very nice looking car, very comfortable, and even the 528's have enough get up n' go to get you around town.

The 540's coming along very nicely though, Leon. It's come a long way since how it looked when you first got it (based on those pics). Keep it up, man.

Black Type II · 01-21-08, 08:47 PM

there was one i seen locally its a 99 with about 110k for 9G but its salvaged and i dont think that was a good price.

so if i buy some OEM halos is it a direct bolt on/plug n play? i do want the M or sport package as well

drewLegend · 01-21-08, 09:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Black Type II

there was one i seen locally its a 99 with about 110k for 9G but its salvaged and i dont think that was a good price.

so if i buy some OEM halos is it a direct bolt on/plug n play? i do want the M or sport package as well

Do not EVER buy a salvaged BMW (unless you're turning into strictly a track car). You will almost no doubt have too many problems to count.

It'd be a little more dificult than simple plug n' play to add angel eyes to headlights that didn't come with them. You'd have to splice them into your corner lights (or wire a seperate switch), and you'd have to glue them to the low and high beam lense. IMO, you'd be better off buying a set of OEM or aftermarket headlights for the car that do include the angel eyes, and the projectors. If nothing else, I'd want the HID projectors over the angel eyes.

**502 MotorSports** · 01-21-08, 10:27 PM

Thanks Drew!

As for the Angel Eye/Projector setup - they are not exactly plug-n-play, but installation is about 30 minutes/per side. I can help with wiring. I guess I have done it all, so no problems. Just get the Hella (OEM) or Depo (aftermarket). In fact, I can help you with the M parts and Lights.

Drew - is that 528iT for sale? I agree, they are zippy. Thanks again for the love...

Black Type II · 01-22-08, 11:49 AM

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Originally Posted by drewLegend

Do not EVER buy a salvaged BMW (unless you're turning into strictly a track car). You will almost no doubt have too many problems to count.

It'd be a little more dificult than simple plug n' play to add angel eyes to headlights that didn't come with them. You'd have to splice them into your corner lights (or wire a seperate switch), and you'd have to glue them to the low and high beam lense. IMO, you'd be better off buying a set of OEM or aftermarket headlights for the car that do include the angel eyes, and the projectors. If nothing else, I'd want the HID projectors over the angel eyes.

ok no salvage car then. dont the 03 have both angel eyes and HID projectors

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Originally Posted by 502 MotorSports

Thanks Drew!

As for the Angel Eye/Projector setup - they are not exactly plug-n-play, but installation is about 30 minutes/per side. I can help with wiring. I guess I have done it all, so no problems. Just get the Hella (OEM) or Depo (aftermarket). In fact, I can help you with the M parts and Lights.

Drew - is that 528iT for sale? I agree, they are zippy. Thanks again for the love...

cool for the help

528it for sale? where? how much?

brahtw8 · 01-22-08, 05:59 PM

I have been considering a high-powered BMW wagon for a few years.

E39 528 production ended with the 2000 MY. 2001-2003 E39 wagons were available in the US as the 525iT and 540iT. You can get a manual 525iT.

You can supercharge the 528s to 310 hp/260 ft/lbs pretty easily. See Active Autowerke or VF. 525s make a little less power. With serious FI builds, the 2.8 liter engine can make 600 hp or more

Koala Motorsports used to offer a 6-speed swap on the E39 and E38 V8 models for $9000 parts and labor. I can't find it on their new website.

You may want to look at the E46 323i (MY 2000) and 325i (MY 2001-2005) tourings as well. A few hundred pounds lighter than the five, better handling, and more common with a manual.

Black Type II · 01-23-08, 06:25 AM

yea i dont like 3 wagons and if i were to get any 3 it would be the coupe. but power is that big of a concern to me. but its cool to have big balls when u pull down ur pants once in a while in front of others (no homo)

but i want a 5 wagon with sport package and HALOS....lol blk/blk or dark color (maybe red also) on blck

Black Type II · 01-23-08, 07:30 AM

hey where can i find an old magazine article about a 5 series wagon Sport version. whether it be just an article on the car or a comparison. id be interested in reading any version 525it, 528it, or 540it all sport e39 models of course whether it be car and driver motor trend etc

**502 MotorSports** · 01-23-08, 10:24 AM

this thread is waaaay off topic.
to find the info you are asking about, please check out Bimmerforums.com or DTMpower.net

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Black Type II Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Jamaica, Queens Posts: 3,661 Car 1: 1995 Blk on Blk LS Coupe Car 2: 94 Honda Accord-4/S Car 3: 1986 Buick Regal iTrader: (2)	i put my search for anywhere and found a 540it 2600 miles from me but didnt see any 528s i will search again when i have free time i will be leaving for work shortly __________________ Plans: Repaint car Granada Black, Custom interior (not that kinda custom), Navi unit, red or glow gauge needles, Hrant floor mats, remote starter Whats done: IS300 wheels, JDM headlights with 6000k HIDs, JDM navi console, LED backlit gauges

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502 MotorSports 502MotorSports.com Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: ATLVILLE Posts: 9,445 Car 1: e39 540i Car 2: e46 325xi \| e46 330i Car 3: S430 iTrader: (0)	take your pic...1st one is one link, 2nd one is 130 across the country http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...0&cardist=1820 http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/search...sfyc=&systime= __________________ The Hotness! Elevate Your Standards.... Legend Mod Money! Jasmyn \| Final e39 Pics \| 502MotorSports MySpace

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Black Type II Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Jamaica, Queens Posts: 3,661 Car 1: 1995 Blk on Blk LS Coupe Car 2: 94 Honda Accord-4/S Car 3: 1986 Buick Regal iTrader: (2)	i think i know what happened i searched 01+ models only i want the M package and the halos gotta have the OEM halos __________________ Plans: Repaint car Granada Black, Custom interior (not that kinda custom), Navi unit, red or glow gauge needles, Hrant floor mats, remote starter Whats done: IS300 wheels, JDM headlights with 6000k HIDs, JDM navi console, LED backlit gauges

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502 MotorSports 502MotorSports.com Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: ATLVILLE Posts: 9,445 Car 1: e39 540i Car 2: e46 325xi \| e46 330i Car 3: S430 iTrader: (0)	for the price of the Halos [~400.00], you can save a few thousand dollars and get a pre-2001. __________________ The Hotness! Elevate Your Standards.... Legend Mod Money! Jasmyn \| Final e39 Pics \| 502MotorSports MySpace

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Black Type II Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Jamaica, Queens Posts: 3,661 Car 1: 1995 Blk on Blk LS Coupe Car 2: 94 Honda Accord-4/S Car 3: 1986 Buick Regal iTrader: (2)	there was one i seen locally its a 99 with about 110k for 9G but its salvaged and i dont think that was a good price. so if i buy some OEM halos is it a direct bolt on/plug n play? i do want the M or sport package as well __________________ Plans: Repaint car Granada Black, Custom interior (not that kinda custom), Navi unit, red or glow gauge needles, Hrant floor mats, remote starter Whats done: IS300 wheels, JDM headlights with 6000k HIDs, JDM navi console, LED backlit gauges

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01-21-08, 07:28 PM	#67 (permalink)
drewLegend Banned Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Atlanta Posts: 3,282 Car 1: LegendBashing///Mobile iTrader: (14)	E39T's are so nice. We have an '01 528iT, I think it is, in the shop right now. Very nice looking car, very comfortable, and even the 528's have enough get up n' go to get you around town. The 540's coming along very nicely though, Leon. It's come a long way since how it looked when you first got it (based on those pics). Keep it up, man.

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502 MotorSports 502MotorSports.com Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: ATLVILLE Posts: 9,445 Car 1: e39 540i Car 2: e46 325xi \| e46 330i Car 3: S430 iTrader: (0)	Thanks Drew! As for the Angel Eye/Projector setup - they are not exactly plug-n-play, but installation is about 30 minutes/per side. I can help with wiring. I guess I have done it all, so no problems. Just get the Hella (OEM) or Depo (aftermarket). In fact, I can help you with the M parts and Lights. Drew - is that 528iT for sale? I agree, they are zippy. Thanks again for the love... __________________ The Hotness! Elevate Your Standards.... Legend Mod Money! Jasmyn \| Final e39 Pics \| 502MotorSports MySpace

01-22-08, 05:59 PM	#72 (permalink)
brahtw8 Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin Posts: 154 iTrader: (0)	I have been considering a high-powered BMW wagon for a few years. E39 528 production ended with the 2000 MY. 2001-2003 E39 wagons were available in the US as the 525iT and 540iT. You can get a manual 525iT. You can supercharge the 528s to 310 hp/260 ft/lbs pretty easily. See Active Autowerke or VF. 525s make a little less power. With serious FI builds, the 2.8 liter engine can make 600 hp or more Koala Motorsports used to offer a 6-speed swap on the E39 and E38 V8 models for $9000 parts and labor. I can't find it on their new website. You may want to look at the E46 323i (MY 2000) and 325i (MY 2001-2005) tourings as well. A few hundred pounds lighter than the five, better handling, and more common with a manual. __________________ 1991 NSX 1988 M5 2005 Outback XT

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Black Type II Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Jamaica, Queens Posts: 3,661 Car 1: 1995 Blk on Blk LS Coupe Car 2: 94 Honda Accord-4/S Car 3: 1986 Buick Regal iTrader: (2)	yea i dont like 3 wagons and if i were to get any 3 it would be the coupe. but power is that big of a concern to me. but its cool to have big balls when u pull down ur pants once in a while in front of others (no homo) but i want a 5 wagon with sport package and HALOS....lol blk/blk or dark color (maybe red also) on blck __________________ Plans: Repaint car Granada Black, Custom interior (not that kinda custom), Navi unit, red or glow gauge needles, Hrant floor mats, remote starter Whats done: IS300 wheels, JDM headlights with 6000k HIDs, JDM navi console, LED backlit gauges

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Black Type II Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Jamaica, Queens Posts: 3,661 Car 1: 1995 Blk on Blk LS Coupe Car 2: 94 Honda Accord-4/S Car 3: 1986 Buick Regal iTrader: (2)	hey where can i find an old magazine article about a 5 series wagon Sport version. whether it be just an article on the car or a comparison. id be interested in reading any version 525it, 528it, or 540it all sport e39 models of course whether it be car and driver motor trend etc __________________ Plans: Repaint car Granada Black, Custom interior (not that kinda custom), Navi unit, red or glow gauge needles, Hrant floor mats, remote starter Whats done: IS300 wheels, JDM headlights with 6000k HIDs, JDM navi console, LED backlit gauges

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502 MotorSports 502MotorSports.com Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: ATLVILLE Posts: 9,445 Car 1: e39 540i Car 2: e46 325xi \| e46 330i Car 3: S430 iTrader: (0)	this thread is waaaay off topic. to find the info you are asking about, please check out Bimmerforums.com or DTMpower.net __________________ The Hotness! Elevate Your Standards.... Legend Mod Money! Jasmyn \| Final e39 Pics \| 502MotorSports MySpace

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