Like many BMWs that have come and gone, the 1989 BMW 525i is now considered a classic and is gaining notice from an increasing number of enthusiasts and collectors. Sporting its original body panels and Alpine White paint, complete with its gold pinstripe, this E34 has just 140,498 actual miles on its odometer.
Inside, we find a vintage tan leather BMW interior. A center console separates a pair of plush power bucket seats. A four-spoke, power-assisted steering wheel featuring the BMW logo sits just ahead of a traditional analog gauge cluster. Power windows, locks, and mirrors, along with a power moonroof, provide numerous modern amenities. An original AM/FM/cassette player and easy-to-use HVAC controls complement this luxurious interior.
Under the hood, this 525i's front-hinged hood conceals a SOHC 2.5-liter straight-six-cylinder engine. Featuring a cast-iron block and a lightweight aluminum head, this M20 motor produced approximately 168 horsepower and 164 pound-feet of torque when it rolled off the assembly line. That power is routed through a ZF four-speed automatic transmission before being sent out to a 4.10-geared factory rear end, which transfers those ponies to the pavement via a set of 15-inch aluminum alloy 'basketweave' wheels shod in 225/60R-15 Jinyu tires.
*E34
*Believed Original Body
*Believed Original Alpine White Paint
*Believed Original Gold Pinstripe
*140K Actual Miles
*M20 Inline Six
*Fuel Injection
*Four Speed Auto
*Independent Suspension
*Four Wheel Power Disc Brakes
*Power Steering
*Power Moonroof
*Tan Leather Interior
*Power Bucket Seats
*Power Windows
*Power Locks
*Power Mirrors
*Cruise Control
The 1989 BMW 525i is equipped with a fully independent suspension, featuring double-pivot MacPherson struts up front and semi-trailing arms in the rear, with coil springs integrated into the strut assembly. Four-wheel power disc brakes, highlighted by vented rotors measuring approximately 12.8 inches up front and solid discs measuring about 11.8 inches in the rear, scrub off speed at a moment's notice. This throwback E34 is a consummate example of BMW's iconic ability to combine luxury and performance. If you have been looking for a sporty sedan that is as exciting to drive as it is comfortable, then don't wait another minute. Call today!
