2003 BMW 540i6 Sport

RPM Photography · January 7th, 2007, 7:51 PM

Here is my 2003 540i 6-Speed M-Sport.

Titanium Silver over Black. Sport Package, Premium Package, Cold Weather Package.

Few modifications with a lot more to come:

http://rpm-photography.com/540/LN3F2266.jpg

http://rpm-photography.com/540/IMG_7420.jpg

And here is a quick, crappy video of an Auto Cross in it before any mods:

http://rpm-photography.com/540/540iAutoX1.wmv

ryosuke · January 7th, 2007, 8:30 PM

i'm usually not such a fan of silver cars, but thats extremely hot, especially with those wheels.8)

VR6 · January 7th, 2007, 8:50 PM

That is basically a perfect car.

mautzel · January 7th, 2007, 9:31 PM

Such a lovely car! I had the pleasure of driving a 740i once, I absolutely loved its engine. I cannot imagine that it'd be much different with the 540, so I basically can say anything but to enjoy it every time you turn the keys!

GraemeH · January 7th, 2007, 9:38 PM

What are the silver circles in the lower front grill, pardon my ignorance. More fogs? Whatever they are, it'd be spot-on without them.

bartboy9891 · January 7th, 2007, 9:47 PM

i like it alot except for that black molding on the doors and below the headlights. They shoulda made that match the body color

RPM Photography · January 7th, 2007, 9:50 PM

Thanks for the comments guys.

The "Silver Circles" in the lower grille are inlets for the brake ducts. I like the way they look.

http://rpm-photography.com/540/NewGrill2.jpg

I have been considering getting the trim painted body color. There is another one around town that has them painted. I am going to see if its worth it.

humbo · January 7th, 2007, 9:50 PM

Holy hell that is sexy. I actually looked into these things at one point, somehow I like this better than the E39 M5 even, because the M5 would be the obvious top of the line choice. I've seen a bunch that come with kind of CSL style wheels though, and I like those better than the ones you have on your car, which are already awesome.

otispunkmeyer · January 7th, 2007, 11:00 PM

i would like to personally shower you with much praise for purchasing an E39 5-series...it is by far the best looking 5 series and is a car i'd gladly chose over the current 5 series anyday. infact as soon as i can afford it (ie graduate and get a good job) i'd love to purchase just such a car.

i believe Tiff Needel (i think, not sure), who is a M5 nutter, said the 540i is just as good as the m5 above it only its even more stealth and saves you more money. the engine 4.4 liter so its not like its far off the m5 anyway

and yes i would take the E39 M5 with its 5 liter V8 over the E60(?) M5 with its 5 liter V10

probably the best looking BMW in my book.

does yours have HID's/LED's? i know the later 5 series got HID headlamps (which look the mutts nuts) and i think LED rear brake lights

RPM Photography · January 7th, 2007, 11:05 PM

Yes, I still prefer the look of the E39 much more than the E60. I like the E60, but I just don't think it should have had a BMW badge.

I had the option of buying a E60 545i, but I still preferred the E39, so I found a low mileage last year 540i.

otispunkmeyer · January 7th, 2007, 11:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RPM Photography

Yes, I still prefer the look of the E39 much more than the E60. I like the E60, but I just don't think it should have had a BMW badge.

I had the option of buying a E60 545i, but I still preferred the E39, so I found a low mileage last year 540i.

your car looks so badass, i can just imagine it barrelling down the motorway houding people in the outside lane with its bad-ass dreadnaught looks.

do you have hi-res shots of that car? would love to have them

the Interceptor · January 7th, 2007, 11:09 PM

I always thought the 540i is a V8?!?!?! images/smilies/blink.gif

mautzel · January 7th, 2007, 11:22 PM

It is a V8 - why are you wondering?

RPM Photography · January 7th, 2007, 11:24 PM

otispunkmeyer- Yup, mine has the HID Headlights, factory angel eyes, but I am not sure about the LED tails. I know it has the updated tail lights, but I am unsure what it used to light them. I will try to find out.

Sure, I have some high res shots of the car, I also have some from a group photoshoot with two of my friend. Both are Titanium Silver M-tech E39s. One is an M5.

the Interceptor- the 540i indeed does have a 4.4L V8 Engine. Designation M62.

fbc · January 7th, 2007, 11:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RPM Photography

I had the option of buying a E60 545i, but I still preferred the E39, so I found a low mileage last year 540i.

You made a great choice images/smilies/thumbsup.gif

(Oh, great shots too)

SL65 · January 8th, 2007, 9:14 AM

Now that car was Bimmers design studio at its very best! Nice ride, looks clean and a great choice of motor images/smilies/smile.gif

Any interior shots??

/OT - Will you be hosting any Top/Fifth Gear in 2007? Did you overcome the hosting problems you had earlier this year?

RPM Photography · January 8th, 2007, 10:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SL65

Now that car was Bimmers design studio at its very best! Nice ride, looks clean and a great choice of motor images/smilies/smile.gif

Any interior shots??

/OT - Will you be hosting any Top/Fifth Gear in 2007? Did you overcome the hosting problems you had earlier this year?

I have a few interior shots, I will have to upload those this afternoon.

/OT - I am going to try hosting the first episode of Top Gear this year. See how it goes. Hopefully I got the problems worked out.

the Interceptor · January 8th, 2007, 12:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mautzel

It is a V8 - why are you wondering?

Quote:

Originally Posted by RPM Photography

the Interceptor- the 540i indeed does have a 4.4L V8 Engine. Designation M62.

Ah, now I got it. I was confused by the thread title, which says "540i6". I misinterpretated that as "540 inline 6", where it actually means "540i 6-Speed".

Sorry! images/smilies/wacko.gif

bone · January 8th, 2007, 4:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RPM Photography

The "Silver Circles" in the lower grille are inlets for the brake ducts. I like the way they look.

i don't...

....but since they have a proper function, i like them images/smilies/thumbsup.gif

Benson · January 8th, 2007, 6:00 PM

my god you're pictures are amazing!!
pleeaaase post more of them images/smilies/smile.gif

especially your signature pictures looks beautiful!

January 7th, 2007, 7:51 PM	#1
RPM Photography Joined: Jun 17th, 2005 Last Online: December 27th, 2009 Location: Tampa, FL Posts: 190 Car: Too Many - See Sig Rep Power: 20	2003 BMW 540i6 Sport Here is my 2003 540i 6-Speed M-Sport. Titanium Silver over Black. Sport Package, Premium Package, Cold Weather Package. Few modifications with a lot more to come: And here is a quick, crappy video of an Auto Cross in it before any mods: http://rpm-photography.com/540/540iAutoX1.wmv __________________ -Jack Miles 2001 740i Sport 2003 540i M-Sport Six Speed 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190e 2.3-16 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190e 2.3-16 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190e 2.6 5 Speed 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500SE AMG #126 1965 Mercedes-Benz Unimog 404 TLF-8 Kaiser-Jeep M109A3 "Deuce And A Half" 1963 Mercedes-Benz Unimog 404 Doka / TurboDiesel

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ryosuke Joined: Jul 28th, 2005 Last Online: 3:09 AM Location: franconofurd, germsmany Age: 24 Posts: 1,623 Car: car of today: dbag class 143 Rep Power: 20	i'm usually not such a fan of silver cars, but thats extremely hot, especially with those wheels.8) __________________ med jävla fart tills fartsmonster sprack!

January 7th, 2007, 9:38 PM	#5
GraemeH Joined: Apr 19th, 2005 Last Online: Yesterday Location: Scotland, UK Posts: 2,093 Car: Toyota Corolla. Rawrr. LFS Status: Rep Power: 37	What are the silver circles in the lower front grill, pardon my ignorance. More fogs? Whatever they are, it'd be spot-on without them. __________________

January 7th, 2007, 9:47 PM	#6
bartboy9891 I'm not Moe Joined: Dec 1st, 2004 Last Online: March 5th, 2010 Location: University of Michigan Age: 20 Posts: 8,925 Car: 1996 Grand Am SE sedan, and dad's 2006 S60 2.5T Rep Power: 83	i like it alot except for that black molding on the doors and below the headlights. They shoulda made that match the body color __________________

January 7th, 2007, 9:50 PM	#7
RPM Photography Joined: Jun 17th, 2005 Last Online: December 27th, 2009 Location: Tampa, FL Posts: 190 Car: Too Many - See Sig Rep Power: 20	Thanks for the comments guys. The "Silver Circles" in the lower grille are inlets for the brake ducts. I like the way they look. I have been considering getting the trim painted body color. There is another one around town that has them painted. I am going to see if its worth it. __________________ -Jack Miles 2001 740i Sport 2003 540i M-Sport Six Speed 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190e 2.3-16 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190e 2.3-16 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190e 2.6 5 Speed 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500SE AMG #126 1965 Mercedes-Benz Unimog 404 TLF-8 Kaiser-Jeep M109A3 "Deuce And A Half" 1963 Mercedes-Benz Unimog 404 Doka / TurboDiesel

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VR6 Joined: Aug 8th, 2006 Last Online: March 5th, 2010 Location: Calgary Alberta Canada Posts: 639 Car: 04 Sentra Spec-V LFS Status: Rep Power: 19	That is basically a perfect car.

January 7th, 2007, 9:31 PM	#4
mautzel Joined: Jan 28th, 2005 Last Online: January 4th, 2010 Location: Frankfurt/M, Deutschland Age: 29 Posts: 2,461 Car: Golf IV TDI Rep Power: 26	Such a lovely car! I had the pleasure of driving a 740i once, I absolutely loved its engine. I cannot imagine that it'd be much different with the 540, so I basically can say anything but to enjoy it every time you turn the keys!

January 7th, 2007, 9:50 PM	#8
humbo Joined: Aug 23rd, 2005 Last Online: July 5th, 2009 Posts: 38 Rep Power: 0	Holy hell that is sexy. I actually looked into these things at one point, somehow I like this better than the E39 M5 even, because the M5 would be the obvious top of the line choice. I've seen a bunch that come with kind of CSL style wheels though, and I like those better than the ones you have on your car, which are already awesome.

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otispunkmeyer Joined: May 15th, 2006 Last Online: Yesterday Location: Loughborough UK Age: 23 Posts: 3,530 Car: '03 Skoda Superb (Comfort) 160HP Rep Power: 45	i would like to personally shower you with much praise for purchasing an E39 5-series...it is by far the best looking 5 series and is a car i'd gladly chose over the current 5 series anyday. infact as soon as i can afford it (ie graduate and get a good job) i'd love to purchase just such a car. i believe Tiff Needel (i think, not sure), who is a M5 nutter, said the 540i is just as good as the m5 above it only its even more stealth and saves you more money. the engine 4.4 liter so its not like its far off the m5 anyway and yes i would take the E39 M5 with its 5 liter V8 over the E60(?) M5 with its 5 liter V10 probably the best looking BMW in my book. does yours have HID's/LED's? i know the later 5 series got HID headlamps (which look the mutts nuts) and i think LED rear brake lights Last edited by otispunkmeyer; January 7th, 2007 at 11:05 PM.

January 7th, 2007, 11:05 PM	#10
RPM Photography Joined: Jun 17th, 2005 Last Online: December 27th, 2009 Location: Tampa, FL Posts: 190 Car: Too Many - See Sig Rep Power: 20	Yes, I still prefer the look of the E39 much more than the E60. I like the E60, but I just don't think it should have had a BMW badge. I had the option of buying a E60 545i, but I still preferred the E39, so I found a low mileage last year 540i. __________________ -Jack Miles 2001 740i Sport 2003 540i M-Sport Six Speed 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190e 2.3-16 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190e 2.3-16 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190e 2.6 5 Speed 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500SE AMG #126 1965 Mercedes-Benz Unimog 404 TLF-8 Kaiser-Jeep M109A3 "Deuce And A Half" 1963 Mercedes-Benz Unimog 404 Doka / TurboDiesel

January 7th, 2007, 11:09 PM	#12
the Interceptor I LUV MY PRIUS!!! Joined: Feb 22nd, 2005 Last Online: Yesterday Location: Germany Age: 32 Posts: 4,022 Car: BMW E36 323i ultraleggera (-143 kg) Rep Power: 202	I always thought the 540i is a V8?!?!?! __________________ "We have to laugh at the Germans, because they're so riddled with guilt about their history, they can't laugh at themselves." - Jeremy Clarkson Got a question regarding Hi-Fi of any kind? Then check my general audio thread.

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mautzel Joined: Jan 28th, 2005 Last Online: January 4th, 2010 Location: Frankfurt/M, Deutschland Age: 29 Posts: 2,461 Car: Golf IV TDI Rep Power: 26	It is a V8 - why are you wondering?

January 7th, 2007, 11:24 PM	#14
RPM Photography Joined: Jun 17th, 2005 Last Online: December 27th, 2009 Location: Tampa, FL Posts: 190 Car: Too Many - See Sig Rep Power: 20	otispunkmeyer- Yup, mine has the HID Headlights, factory angel eyes, but I am not sure about the LED tails. I know it has the updated tail lights, but I am unsure what it used to light them. I will try to find out. Sure, I have some high res shots of the car, I also have some from a group photoshoot with two of my friend. Both are Titanium Silver M-tech E39s. One is an M5. the Interceptor- the 540i indeed does have a 4.4L V8 Engine. Designation M62. __________________ -Jack Miles 2001 740i Sport 2003 540i M-Sport Six Speed 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190e 2.3-16 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190e 2.3-16 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190e 2.6 5 Speed 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500SE AMG #126 1965 Mercedes-Benz Unimog 404 TLF-8 Kaiser-Jeep M109A3 "Deuce And A Half" 1963 Mercedes-Benz Unimog 404 Doka / TurboDiesel

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SL65 Ambitious but rubbish! Joined: Jul 12th, 2004 Last Online: January 25th, 2010 Location: Sydney, Australia Age: 20 Posts: 9,302 Car: 1998 Subaru Legacy 2.5L Rep Power: 49	Now that car was Bimmers design studio at its very best! Nice ride, looks clean and a great choice of motor Any interior shots?? /OT - Will you be hosting any Top/Fifth Gear in 2007? Did you overcome the hosting problems you had earlier this year?

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