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Used
2003 BMW 540
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- Down Payment
- $0
- Net trade-in value
- $0
- Months
- 72
- APR
- 7.0%
- Sales tax
- 0.0%
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2003 BMW 540 540i M-Sport
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2003 BMW 540 M Sport - Excellent Design
2003 was the last year for this series, and the 540 M Sport was probably the best balanced option of this series. The 4.4 ltr motor is powerful and bullet proof from this Era. 220,000 miles on these engines before work needs to be done on timing chain guides, then good to go again... they just run great and pull hard. Much more reliable and fun than the "twin power turbo" BMWs that have come and gone from my garage (while the 540 M Sport has stayed.) The 6 speed stick is the way to go. Awesome match up with the motor, and with the performance and solid handling of the M Sport suspension there is no comparison even on the market today. Classic lines... always compliments from other drivers. These cars are fun and are just going up in value. Strongly recommend. More fun than an 80's Porsche 911 stick shift and WAY less maintenance.






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Amazing car! Upkeep is constant, but worth it.
BMW did it right with this one. Perfectly balanced between a luxury and sport sedan...have to get the 6 speed manual though. Looks are timeless and on the aggressive side.






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The dealership was great.
The dealership was great. Jack, Aurora and the rest of the staff were very nice and helpful
My 3rd E39 wagon, this 540iT has been my favorite
Legendary 540iT M-Sport Wagon, this BMW 4.4litre V-8 wagon has sport suspension, beefy front brakes, sport steering wheel, the coveted anthracite-colored headliner, shortened rear end and tuned transmission for sporty response, special aerodynamic front bumper cover and rear skirt, plus the super-rare factory rear spoiler. The E39 is a special car recognized by BMW fans world-wide as one of the finest series they ever produced. Less than 200 of the custom V-8 M-Sport Wagons were imported to the US in 2003 and very few have survived in this condition. If you know what it is, then you know what it is.
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2001 BMW 540 540i 4dr Sedan
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BMW 540 prices by year
Model year | Prices from | Deals |
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2026 BMW 540 | $67,980 | |
2025 BMW 540 | $56,950 | 13 Great deals |
2024 BMW 540 | $51,400 | 28 Good deals |
2023 BMW 540 | $32,826 | 15 Great deals |
2022 BMW 540 | $28,980 | 12 Great deals |
2021 BMW 540 | $24,500 | 9 Great deals |
2020 BMW 540 | $18,500 | 13 Good deals |
2019 BMW 540 | $17,500 | 21 Great deals |
2018 BMW 540 | $14,995 | 10 Great deals |
2017 BMW 540 | $10,995 | 11 Great deals |
About the 2003 BMW 540
i shown (base trim).
- Seating
- 5
- Door count
- 4
- Drivetrain
- Rear-wheel drive
- Combined MPG
- 0
- Transmission
- A/T
- Engine
- 290.0-hp, 4.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)

How much does the 2003 BMW 540 cost?
The 2003 BMW 540 price depends on several factors, including the trim level, optional features, mileage, vehicle history and location. The nationwide average price for a 2003 540 is $18,663, with pricing starting at $15,000.
What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2003 BMW 540?
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Is the 2003 BMW 540 reliable?
The 2003 BMW 540 has an average reliability rating of 4.3 out of 5 according to Cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2003 540 owners.
Is the 2003 BMW 540 a good sedan?
Below are the Cars.com consumer ratings for the 2003 BMW 540.
- Comfort 4.8
- Interior 4.6
- Performance 4.9
- Value 4.7
- Exterior 4.9
- Reliability 4.3
94% of drivers recommend this car
- Comfort 4.8
- Interior 4.6
- Performance 4.9
- Value 4.7
- Exterior 4.9
- Reliability 4.3
540i (1 style)
Style |
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540i 4dr Sdn 6-Spd Manual |
Inventory price |
Starting at $55,800 |
Combined MPG |
0 |
Engine |
290.0-hp, 4.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
540iA (1 style)
Style |
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540iA 4dr Sdn 5-Spd Auto |
Inventory price |
Starting at $51,800 |
Combined MPG |
0 |
Engine |
290.0-hp, 4.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
540iTA (1 style)
Style |
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540iTA 4dr Sport Wgn 5-Spd Auto |
Inventory price |
Starting at $54,100 |
Combined MPG |
0 |
Engine |
290.0-hp, 4.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
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