PDA

View Full Version : DC FS/FT: 1997 Dinan Supercharged 540i "DINAN5"


omg_miiiike
08-21-2012, 11:41 PM
Name: Mike
Contact: PM me, please include your phone number because I will text if interested
Location: Maryland

Edited 09 AUG 2012

I would also entertain interest for the following:
Supra
E36 M3 / E46 M3 - E46 can be higher miles and I could possibly add cash on top depending
RHD
R32 Skyline
Silvia
Legit Championship White ITR
S2000
STI / EVO

Trying to see if there would be any interest in this, if not I will keep it and it'll only get better from here.. I'm in no hurry, the car needs nothing and there are no secrets other than it's the perfect highway sleeper ;)

1997 BMW 540i
4.4 V8
NO RUST
COLD AC!
126,xxx miles
Automatic - has Dinan Transmission software
Dinan rated 414hp, haven't dynoed it yet myself. I was side by side with a 2009 M3 6speed with AE exhaust, X pipe, intake, software as well as pulling a C6 Vette just to give an idea of power this car makes.

I may be forgetting somethings, so I will update if I remember more.

List of all the parts, direct from Dinan (I have spoke to the dealer who did these mods, as well as Dinan)

$19,125 in parts alone.

Engine:


Dinan supercharger (Vortech SQ2)
Upgraded Pulley
Vortech MAXflow bypass valve
Dinan freeflow exhaust
Dinan high flow air mass meter
Dinan front upper strut bar, Dinan rear upper strut bar
Dinan software (for SC)
Dinan transmission software
Dinan 3.15 rear differential



Suspension:


Dinan Brembo brakes
Dinan Stage 3 Suspension - Includes below:
28mm front anti-roll bar
17mm adjustable rear bar
Front camber plates
Eibach Pro Coilover Kit
15mm HR spacers on front



Exterior:


EURO CELIS taillights with smoked upper turn signals
OEM E39 M-Tech front bumper (Basically M5 front bumper, except it HAS functional air ducts)
OEM staggered E39 M5 wheels (hard to find, no dings etc)
OEM E39 M5 trunk lip
Smoked headlights with LED angel eyes
6K HID, 3K HID fog lights



Sound:
It has a JLW7 subwoofer and a bunch of other stereo **** but I honestly have no knowledge of stereo systems other than this one sounds very nice and when I took it to an audio place they were amazed at the work and time it took to do everything, stating that it must of been upwards of 3K for the work; so I am just going by what they said.

As I have stated, I'm in no hurry.. I love this car, I love the power and for me I love the fact that it's an automatic because I personally drive in the city quite often (no city parking bumps!) and it's just a smooth enjoyable ride but if you want the power; it's definitely there.

The waterpump was done at 113K, the radiator is brand new as well however the shroud was cracked so it is no longer on the car. I have done both just because I am unaware if the previous owner had completed this, and my knowledge with these vehicles is that the cooling system is usually the first to give me issues so to me this was a preventive maintenance cause. The supercharger also has a brand new pulley, as well as new belts from Dinan.

The 'cons' listed below in detail:
Drivers side fog light has a crack, its glass - they are around $20 for a replacement online
Front bumper on the bottom has a crack where most M series bumpers crack, its about 3 inches long and can be covered by a lip
Thrust arm bushings in the front should be attended to eventually (DIY, part: $85) Turner Motorsports
Center support bearing is making a click, its common and will occur eventually on all 540, (DIY, part: $60) Turner Motorsports which I may address
During install of the Eibach Coilovers, I removed the ABS/Traction sensors on the passenger side because they were frayed, they are roughly $25 each and a 5 minute install

Exterior wise the car has NO rust what so ever, it is black so there are a few small surface only scratches that can be buffed out with no problem.

Interior wise the car doesn't show 15 years of wear in my opinion, the seats have no stains and are still nice and hold you tight. The carpet could probably use a cleaning but I'll get around to that anyway.. The biggest thing in my opinion is that just like most German cars, they have coated pieces that is like plastidip and just peels off so where you pull the door to close; it has some scratches.

That's about it, mechanically the car is sound and I would encourage whoever would be interested to take a few hours and let's go for a ride.

These are the only pictures I have at the moment, any other ones will be available anytime requested.. My camera is my phone for the time being, I can receive text and send any picture anyone request.

http://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/418665_10151351554378508_788412421_n.jpg
http://oi48.tinypic.com/dw9grk.jpg
http://oi49.tinypic.com/34nl24y.jpg
http://oi47.tinypic.com/s5zkt5.jpg
http://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/420074_10151351553818508_1321888788_n.jpg
http://oi45.tinypic.com/2e3srhc.jpg
http://oi48.tinypic.com/f0n75t.jpg
http://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/557305_10151351554188508_31574296_n.jpg
http://oi50.tinypic.com/20i6xch.jpg

nfrjames
08-21-2012, 11:51 PM
really again dude

omg_miiiike
08-22-2012, 12:06 AM
Yep, it's weird how I have been on here since 2008 and didn't even remember - I feel like if I type my username and the same password I've used for years, I've been a member to every forum for the past 3+ years lol

omg_miiiike
08-22-2012, 03:49 PM
Taking this up top, a few good trade offers so far.

omg_miiiike
08-23-2012, 09:16 AM
Better detailed pictures to be up tonight, gives me a reason to try out my new camera.

Keep the offers coming, lots of good offers so far -- I just can't travel all too far at the moment.

omg_miiiike
08-24-2012, 11:26 AM
Up top please, slowly adding new photos.

P-Funk alot
08-24-2012, 05:49 PM
nice... my cars twin almost except i have alot of acs parts. i didnt know the dinan s/c kit used a vortech s/c. im digging your tail lights. what was your price. zilvians dont show any love for cars like ours at least not mine. imma bump my thread check it out.

omg_miiiike
08-24-2012, 08:28 PM
Haha someone else sent me your thread awhile back and said the same twin comment!

I've gotten quite a bit of interest on here, it kind of surprised me.. Hopefully something comes along, everytime I drive the car it just makes me want to keep it.

Dinan uses Vortech, its the SQ so it's very quiet.. In lower gears you can hear the whine a little, other than that she doesn't make a bunch of ruckus like most would.

For pricing, I'm not sure.. I was going to start at 14k as is but I was hoping to more so trade.

omg_miiiike
08-26-2012, 09:05 AM
Up toppp. Go rape M5's and E90 M3's without paying the insurance of an M..

omg_miiiike
08-27-2012, 07:36 AM
Uppidyupupupupupup.

omg_miiiike
08-28-2012, 10:06 AM
Take to top.

omg_miiiike
08-30-2012, 01:28 PM
Upupup please

chaseb
08-30-2012, 05:34 PM
very nice car

omg_miiiike
08-30-2012, 05:36 PM
Thanks, it's up for trade ;);)

WanganNastyMachine
08-31-2012, 07:31 AM
Bump for a legit dude! I love this car.

omg_miiiike
08-31-2012, 10:25 AM
Thanks man, I'm still having doubts about getting rid of it and I won't unless the right offer comes along.

youradumb1
08-31-2012, 10:28 AM
looks fun as hell...gl buddy

omg_miiiike
08-31-2012, 05:07 PM
Thank you sir.

omg_miiiike
09-02-2012, 05:12 PM
Up top please.