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Used 1998 BMW 540 for sale near Elizabeth, NJ

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1998 BMW 540 540i
1998 BMW 540 540i
1998 BMW 540 540i
1998 BMW 540 540i
1998 BMW 540 540i
1998 BMW 540 540i View all 35 photos

Used

1998 BMW 540 540i

130,618 mi.
Not Priced
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L.R.A. Enterprises
Not rated Dealerships need five reviews in the past 24 months before we can display a rating. (22 reviews)
Bristol, PA (53 mi.)
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Vehicle information

Ext. color: PEARL OREANGE AND BLACK
Int. color: Black
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
MPG: 15-24
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: 6 Speed Manual
Engine: 4.4L V-8 DOHC, premium unleaded, engine with 282HP
Stock #: P2184c
VIN: WBADE5322WBV93447

Features

Convenience: Keyless Entry
Exterior: Alloy Wheels, Sunroof/Moonroof
Seating: Leather Seats, Memory Seat

Reviews

L.R.A. Enterprises review

My experience was excellent and beautiful-Just like the

July 17, 2025
By Benito Aparicio from Rochelle Park,New Jersey

My experience was excellent and beautiful-Just like the beautiful 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air that I am interested to buy and own for my future!

1998 BMW 540 540i review

Powerful family car

May 14, 2021
By Warhorse from PA
Owns this car

Outside holds up nice roars like beast nice family car that turns into a fun fast sporty ride. Not many problems at the 100 k mark. Handles well for a v8.

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1999 BMW 540 iT
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1999 BMW 540 iT

142,095 mi.
$10,495
Est. $191/mo*
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Nick
Private seller
Ocala, FL (914 mi.)
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Vehicle information

Ext. color: Red
Int. color: Beige
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
MPG: 15-21
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: 5-Speed A/T
Engine: 282.0HP 4.4L 8 Cylinder Engine Gasoline Fuel
VIN: WBADR6334XGN90296

Features

Convenience: Keyless Entry
Entertainment: CD Player
Exterior: Alloy Wheels
Safety: Rain Sensing Wipers
Seating: Leather Seats, Memory Seat
1999 BMW 540 540iA
1999 BMW 540 540iA
1999 BMW 540 540iA
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1999 BMW 540 540iA

93,605 mi.
$5,000
Est. $91/mo*
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Spring Park Auto
Minnetonka, MN (1,018 mi.)
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Vehicle information

Ext. color: Jet Black
Int. color: Black
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
MPG: 18-21
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Engine: 4.4L V-8 DOHC, variable valve control, premium unleaded, engine
Stock #: 4015
VIN: WBADN6343XGM64015

Features

Convenience: Keyless Entry
Exterior: Alloy Wheels, Sunroof/Moonroof
Seating: Leather Seats, Memory Seat
2000 BMW 540 i
2000 BMW 540 i
2000 BMW 540 i
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2000 BMW 540 i

86,322 mi.
$14,990
Est. $272/mo*
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Twin Cities Motors
Plymouth, MN (1,019 mi.)
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Vehicle information

Ext. color: Anthracite Metallic
Int. color: Black Leather
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
MPG: 18-24
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Engine: 4.4L V-8 DOHC, VANOS variable valve control, premium unleaded, e
Stock #: 267
VIN: WBADN6343YGM65795

Features

Convenience: Heated Steering Wheel, Keyless Entry, Navigation System
Entertainment: Premium Sound System
Exterior: Alloy Wheels, Sunroof/Moonroof
Safety: Automatic Emergency Braking, Brake Assist, Stability Control
Seating: Leather Seats, Memory Seat
2000 BMW 540 i
2000 BMW 540 i
2000 BMW 540 i
2000 BMW 540 i
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Used

2000 BMW 540 i

105,177 mi.
$12,995 $1,000 price drop
Est. $236/mo*
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Luxury Car Outlet
West Chicago, IL (733 mi.)
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Vehicle information

Ext. color: Smoke Silver
Int. color: Sand
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
MPG: 15-23
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: 6-Speed Manual
Engine: 4.4L V8 32V MPFI DOHC
Stock #: 4434
VIN: WBADN5347YGC95504

Features

Exterior: Alloy Wheels, Sunroof/Moonroof
Safety: Brake Assist, Stability Control
Seating: Leather Seats, Memory Seat
1997 BMW 540 540i 4dr Sedan
1997 BMW 540 540i 4dr Sedan
1997 BMW 540 540i 4dr Sedan
1997 BMW 540 540i 4dr Sedan
1997 BMW 540 540i 4dr Sedan
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1997 BMW 540 540i 4dr Sedan

135,338 mi.
$5,995
Est. $109/mo*
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Excel Motors
Sacramento, CA (2,484 mi.)
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Vehicle information

Ext. color: Gray
Int. color: Gray
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
MPG: 18-22
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Engine: 4.4L V-8 DOHC, premium unleaded, engine with 282HP
Stock #: VBW50379STK
VIN: WBADE6326VBW50379

Features

Convenience: Keyless Entry
Entertainment: Premium Sound System
Exterior: Alloy Wheels, Sunroof/Moonroof
Seating: Leather Seats, Memory Seat
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BMW 540 prices by year

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2026 BMW 540 $77,957 1 Good deal
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2018 BMW 540 $25,388 3 Good deals

About the 1998 BMW 540

Basics

i shown (base trim).

Seating
5
Door count
4
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive
Combined MPG
0
Transmission
A/T
Engine
282.0-hp, 4.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
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(15 reviews)
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.7
  • Interior 4.6
  • Performance 4.8
  • Value 4.7
  • Exterior 4.7
  • Reliability 4.6
Ratings (15 reviews)

100% of drivers recommend this car

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.7
  • Interior 4.6
  • Performance 4.8
  • Value 4.7
  • Exterior 4.7
  • Reliability 4.6
Trims

540i (1 style)

Style
540I 4dr Sdn 6-Spd Manual
Inventory price
Starting at $53,300
Combined MPG
0
Engine
282.0-hp, 4.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)

540iA (1 style)

Style
540IA 4dr Sdn 5-Spd Auto
Inventory price
Starting at $50,500
Combined MPG
0
Engine
282.0-hp, 4.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)

540ip (1 style)

Style
540IP 4dr Protection Sdn 5-Spd Auto
Inventory price
Starting at $88,900
Combined MPG
0
Engine
282.0-hp, 4.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
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