I've owned this car for 11 years, I love it, and have been determined to keep it in good running condition for as long as possible.
Unfortunately, I'm moving to the NYC metro area where 1) parking is expensive 2) I won't really need a car 3) it snows enough that I'd prefer AWD if I even own a car.
So my 525i will cost more than I can justify to move and keep properly garaged anymore.
Maybe I'm being overly sentimental, but I'd like it to go to a good home where someone is interested in an older, comfortable cruising sedan that they can casually wrench on occasionally rather than dumping it to some wholesaler/shadey dealer.

m54 2.5l engine
automatic
adaptive xenons
premium audio
117k miles
oil changed every 5k miles or 365 days which ever came first


Here's what I've done in the last ~2 years (~10k miles).

• complete cooling system
  • radiator
  • waterpump
  • reservoir
  • temperature sensors
  • thermostat
  • pulleys/tensioners
  • hoses
• new VANOS and solenoids
• new DISA
• new alternator
• new battery
• oil filter housing gasket
• Revmax valve body for transmission
• all new mechatronics seals
• brake pads
• new starter
• top seals on windshield and rear glass
• spark plugs done at 90k

Here's what needs attention as far as I know

• bushings all around
• rotors
• various exterior rubber bits and seals

Cosmetic condition is overall fine, especially for a car of this age.
The most notable things are, a dent and scratch in the hood thanks to my jerk neighbor, I just haven't had time in the last year to fix it. Texas humidity has taken a toll on the headliner which is starting to let go.
Leather seats are great, no scratches or cracks.
The paint is in great shape, I always washed by hand and waxed every 2-3 months. Kept in either a garage or under cover as long as I've owned it.

I'm located in SE Texas.