BADVIN vehicle history report for
1997 BMW 5 SERIESVIN: WBADD5320VBV53059
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Historical Records
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Photos
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Sales History
1 records
Sale Prices
2 records
VIN Decoder
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Market report
Price analytics
Historical Records
Historical records may include service and maintenance records, title status (clean, junk, salvage), insurance records, number of owners, registration events and states, and other information.
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Available historical records for VIN WBADD5320VBV53059
Latest reported mileage: 257 mi
Below you can see some examples of what these records could look like.
2022-09-05
2 years ago
149,739 mi
Passed emissions inspection
2022-03-11
2 years ago
17,124 mi
NOT ACTUAL MILEAGE TITLE ISSUED
Titled or registered as lease vehicle
Titled or registered as lease vehicle
2019-07-31
5 years ago
41,515 mi
Odometer reading reported
1997 BMW 528I
sold
| Year | 1997 |
| Title | Hidden text (Hidden text) |
| ODO | 1032 mi (Hidden text) |
| Damage | Hidden text |
| Estimated Retail Value | $8183 |
| Estimated Repair Cost | $2112 (532%) |
| Seller | Hidden text (Hidden text) |
| Location | Hartford, CT, 06120 |
| Date | ended 9 years ago sold for $871 |
| Sale Website Type | salvage or insurance auction |
| Notes | |
| Hidden text | |
sale information provided by user #722313
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Tech Specs
| Body Style | SEDAN 4D |
| Color | BURGUNDY |
| Transmission | 5 SPEED MANUAL |
| Engine | 2.8L 6 |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Fuel Type | GAS |
Model Analytics & Market Report
We've analyzed more than 270 sales records of this model and here are some numbers.
The average price for new (MSRP) 1997 BMW 5 SERIES in 1997 was $60,900.
The average price for used 1997 BMW 5 SERIES nowadays in 2024 is $9,998 which is 16% from the original price.
Estimated mileage driven per year is 9,699 miles.
For this model we also have depreciation curve, photos, list of features and options, and other analytics.
Take a look at 1997 BMW 5 SERIES model page in BADVIN vehicles catalog.
Depreciation
The graph below is a depreciation curve for 1997 BMW 5 SERIES. It shows how much this model looses per year in price. This analytics is calculated using sales records from BADVIN database.
The table below shows average price for used 1997 BMW 5 SERIES in each year since the year of manufacturing, current year price and projected price in the future years.
You can scroll the table horizontally to see all columns.
| Year | Average Mileage | Average Price | % Left | % Lost | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 MSRP | 0 mi | $60,900 | — | — | 100% | 0% |
| 1997 | 9,699 mi | $61,590 | −$690 | −1.13% | 101.13% | -1.13% |
| 1998 | 19,398 mi | $48,999 | +$12,591 | +20.44% | 80.46% | 19.54% |
| 1999 | 29,097 mi | $39,925 | +$9,074 | +18.52% | 65.56% | 34.44% |
| 2000 | 38,796 mi | $36,359 | +$3,566 | +8.93% | 59.7% | 40.3% |
| 2001 | 48,495 mi | $30,499 | +$5,860 | +16.12% | 50.08% | 49.92% |
| → Visit 1997 BMW 5 SERIES depreciation page to see full data. | ||||||
Price vs Mileage
The graph below shows how mileage affects the price for 1997 BMW 5 SERIES. This data was calculated using sales records from BADVIN database.
The table below shows average price for used 1997 BMW 5 SERIES by mileage and number of sales.
You can scroll the table horizontally to see all columns.
| Mileage | Average Price | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|
| 70,000 mi | $16,995 | 15 sales |
| 175,000 mi | $9,998 | 20 sales |
| → Visit 1997 BMW 5 SERIES depreciation page to see full data. | ||
VIN Decoder — 15 records
Exterior / Body
Body Class
Body Class presents the body type based on 49 CFR 565.12(b): "Body type means the general configuration or shape of a vehicle distinguished by such characteristics as the number of doors or windows, cargo-carrying features and the roofline (e.g., sedan, fastback, hatchback)." Definitions are not provided for individual body types in the regulation.
Sedan/Saloon
General
BMW
Model
Per 49 CFR 565, Model means a name that a manufacturer applies to a family of vehicles of the same type, make, line, series and body type.
528i
Model Year
If the model year (MY) is supplied when the VIN is decoded, such as from a crash report or a vehicle registration record, the MY value will be the supplied MY, even if the MY decoded from the VIN differs from the supplied MY. If the MY is not supplied when the VIN is decoded, the MY value will be decoded from the 10th character in the VIN.
1997
Plant City
This data element captures the city of the manufacturing plant where the manufacturer affixes the VIN.
DINGOLFING
Plant Country
This data element captures the country of the manufacturing plant where the manufacturer affixes the VIN.
GERMANY
Internal
Passive Safety System
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Frequently asked questions
The 'country of origin' in a VIN, indicated by the first one to three characters, tells you where the vehicle was built, which could influence parts availability and design standards.
Yes, a VIN decoder can help identify if a 1997 BMW 5 SERIES was previously stolen by accessing a database that records theft and recovery history.
While not necessary, decoding a VIN for a routine service appointment can provide the mechanic with precise model information, facilitating accurate service and parts replacement.
Our reports may provide information on any open recalls affecting the 1997 BMW 5 SERIES, detailing the nature of the recall and recommended actions, if such records exist.
Market value is generally estimated based on the 1997 BMW vehicle’s history, condition, and comparable sales, helping to provide a guideline for buyers and sellers, though specific values can vary.
Our reports may detail types of accidents involving the 1997 BMW 5 SERIES, such as collision data and impact severity, if available.
