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1985 Bmw 524td 4-door Sedan 2.4liter 6 Cylinder Automatic Alpine White/black on 2040-cars

US $1,500.00
Year:1985 Mileage:256000 Color: White /
 Black
Location:

Berkeley, California, United States

Berkeley, California, United States
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:Sedan
Engine:2.4L 2443CC l6 DIESEL SOHC Turbocharged
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:Diesel
For Sale By:Private Seller
VIN: WBADB2401F0530744 Year: 1985
Number of Cylinders: 6
Make: BMW
Model: 524td
Trim: Base Sedan 4-Door
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Drive Type: RWD
Options: Sunroof, CD Player
Mileage: 256,000
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
Exterior Color: White
Interior Color: Black
Condition: UsedA vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections.Seller Notes:"This is a California car, purchased new in the Los Angeles Area, and later driven in the Monterey Bay region. It is in good to very good overall condition, with minor body imperfections. The interior is original except for the re-upholstered drivers seat, which is not genuine BMW vinyl. Almost all gauges and power accessories function as they should, including power windows, power mirrors, power seats, and power locks. The sun roof does not open, and the odometer ceased working last year at 256,000."

You are bidding on a 1985 BMW 524TD 4-door Sedan.

Although considered to be the first modern and relatively quiet diesel automobile,

only 1600 were sold in the United States when offered in 1985 & 1986.

The car is Alpine white with a black vinyl interior.

It has all of the standard power features of the E28 series,

and they all work except for the sunroof and the headrest adjustment (they never work).

The sunroof has some rust on the edge from being parked close to the ocean,

 and needs repair or replacement.

It is a 100% California car from Los Angeles, then Monterey Bay,

and recently the San Francisco Bay Area.

It recently overheated, and blew out the coolant.

It starts and runs, but cannot be driven any distance.

My mechanic and others diagnose it as a common head gasket failure.

Since I have owned it, I have had the following repairs and maintenance performed,

 and have most of the service records:

Valve adjustment, replace cracked valve cover, replace cooling hoses and connectors,

 rebuild entire air conditioning system including compressor and condenser,

replace all belts, drain and refill transmission fluid,repair door locks and windows as needed,

and install custom carpeted floor mats.

This is a car that is worth restoring, it has been a pleasure to drive,

 but like any 28 year old car, it needs continued repairs and maintenance.

In good running condition, I estimate it to be worth at least $3000.

Needing major engine work, I am offering it for $1500 or best offer.

 

 

 

 

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