FS: 1995 540iT - Factory Original / Grey Market Import - Already Federalized, etc.

[AquilaBMW]

So... I am finally doing it, my Touring is up for sale. Heidi has to go . I don't even get to drive it much anymore.

HISTORY

This is a 1995 BMW 540i T (Touring). It’s a Grey Market car that was imported to the US and was Federalized. It is an ALL original E34 540iT from the factory. BMW did not bring the E34 540 Touring to the USA. While the car is not an ///M5 Touring, it is still unique on its own merit, particularly here in the United States. Other than converted cars, it is near impossible to find a factory BMW 540iT of this era.

I acquired the car with 103,000 miles in March of 2010. I acquired it as a restoration project. There have been many updates and modifications along the way as well as maintenance work and repairs carried out. It is not quite where I want it to be, but it has been a great project and the car is 100 times better than it used to be.

To date, the car now has 132,000 miles on it. While not entirely a garage Queen, it is not a Daily Driver as I live in the City. Most of the mileage is from open road drives – to Las Vegas NV, Phoenix AZ, Los Angeles CA, San Diego CA, Portland OR, and Seattle WA. The car has never let me down, never left me stranded – from the insane summer heat of AZ to the wet balmy weather of the Pacific North West, its been a very reliable traveler and interstate runner.

Things like brakes, suspension, interior, exterior and such have been upgraded or updated. It is now a very good looking car which has added to its uniqueness and appeal. It still has some quirks and fix-it items, so I hope I can find the car a good new home and someone who will appreciate it for what it is and do a little more work on her to make it perfect.

I have enjoyed my ownership of this car – with it’s ups and downs and getting through learning experiences. It will be tough to see her go, hope it goes to a good home. It has a clean California title.


SOLD!!!

[Steve547i]

looking great mike, sorry to see you are letting her go.

[AquilaBMW]

looking great mike, sorry to see you are letting her go.

Thanks Steve... it makes sad to do this. You were the very first person on this board to see that car.

[BeLiQ]

What a nice car and proper ad! Would love to buy it but that means I have to let mine go.

[Analog]

This looks great! Is that special european glass or tint?

[AquilaBMW]

What a nice car and proper ad! Would love to buy it but that means I have to let mine go.

Thank You! Funny thing is CL deleted the ad claiming it was "too professional" . I can't imagine you letting your car go man!

This looks great! Is that special european glass or tint?

Thanks! Much appreciated. Those are tints. We did the rear glass and I thought it looked so good, I went for the rest.

[Cheche]

seeing your car in the forum was one of the reason why I decided to a Touring, hopefully mine will look as good as yours, good luck with the sale.

[Sam Son]

Tempting...

[Analog]

Sorry to clutter your thread (free bump), but would you happen to know the brand or name of that tint? I always assumed it was the glass! I'd love to have that on my car.

[Mapearso]

PM sent

[AquilaBMW]

seeing your car in the forum was one of the reason why I decided to a Touring, hopefully mine will look as good as yours, good luck with the sale.

Thanks.... Good luck with your build. I am sure it will turn out just as nice or better.

Tempting...

Sometimes it is good to fall into temptation....

Sorry to clutter your thread (free bump), but would you happen to know the brand or name of that tint? I always assumed it was the glass! I'd love to have that on my car.

I will have to find out for you, I discovered it by accident to be honest.

PM sent

Got it and will respond.

[357]

Bump for a stand-up guy!

[AquilaBMW]

Bump for a stand-up guy!

Thanks Fred, was hoping not to compete with your's. LOL!

Offers? :-)

[demike535i]

So sad that she has to go. You and Heidi were the first of the e34 group I met! Hope the next owner takes as good of care as you did my friend! GLWS. I wish I had the cash so I can add another Touring to my driveway

[94 530it]

Why you have to be so far, great looking touring

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[AquilaBMW]

So sad that she has to go. You and Heidi were the first of the e34 group I met! Hope the next owner takes as good of care as you did my friend! GLWS. I wish I had the cash so I can add another Touring to my driveway

Hey Mike - I know, it's a shame that I am selling her. Hopefully, someone on here will acquire her and so it won't be too bad.

Why you have to be so far, great looking touring

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You are only in NY... not that far. Make a road trip

[540Greg]

Mike,

Good luck with the sale. Sleeper wagons are a lot of fun.

[AquilaBMW]

Mike,

Good luck with the sale. Sleeper wagons are a lot of fun.

Thanks Greg. Took a deposit on her today...

[KrisG85]

So im checking out your ad and im watching Top Gear....and just as I get to that pic you have of Clarkson...I read "In the world" at the same time He says it on the show..Creepy!

Great car Btw!

[AquilaBMW]

So im checking out your ad and im watching Top Gear....and just as I get to that pic you have of Clarkson...I read "In the world" at the same time He says it on the show..Creepy!

Great car Btw!

HA HA! Okay, that would be creepy. Thank for the compliment on the car.

[esto]

amazing

[AquilaBMW]

Sold! End of an era for me. Kind of a sad day to see her go, but she went to a VERY GOOD home.

[darrenforeal]

whoa!!!!!!!!!!!!! I don't come on here much anymore and then this is what I see?!?? :/

[Aradaiel]

OMG, someone on the board get it?

[Steve547i]

Sold! End of an era for me. Kind of a sad day to see her go, but she went to a VERY GOOD home.

and then:


congrats on the sale, i guess