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1997 BMW 5 Series 540ia — VIN WBADE6328VBW57172

Source: IAAILot 46024633Record updated
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1997 BMW 5 Series 540ia VIN WBADE6328VBW57172 — Normal Wear — IAAI — auction photo 1
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Record details
Final sale price$425
Sale record
Sale date
Sep 9, 2026
Auction house
IAAI
Lot number
46024633
Location
Houston (TX)
Vehicle details
VIN
WBADE6328VBW57172
Odometer
1 mi
Primary damage
Normal wear
Secondary damage
Biohazard / chemical
Color
Black
Condition
Stationary (does not run)
Record summary

VIN WBADE6328VBW57172 — a 1997 BMW 5 Series 540ia — was sold at a IAAI auction in Houston (TX) on September 9, 2026 for $425. At the time of sale, the odometer read 1 miles. The exterior color is listed as Black and the vehicle was noted as "Stationary" at the time of auction. Primary damage reported at auction: Normal Wear. Secondary damage: Biohazard/Chemical. This vehicle was processed through IAAI (Insurance Auto Auctions), the nationwide salvage auction network formerly marketed as USA Car Bids. All data on this page — including the sale price, damage report, odometer, and photos — is sourced directly from official IAAI auction records for VIN WBADE6328VBW57172. This VIN lookup is free — VestiCar aggregates Copart and IAAI auction results as a free alternative to paid vehicle history reports.

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Final sale price
≈ 1 577 zł · 366 € · 18 891 ₴
Approximate conversion at the rate on Sep 10, 2026 — informational only.

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Frequently asked questions

What is VIN WBADE6328VBW57172?
VIN WBADE6328VBW57172 identifies a 1997 BMW 5 Series 540ia. The 17-character Vehicle Identification Number encodes the manufacturer, model year, and production details of this specific unit.
How much did this 1997 BMW 5 Series sell for?
This 1997 BMW 5 Series (VIN: WBADE6328VBW57172) sold at IAAI for $425 on Sep 9, 2026.
What is the damage on this 1997 BMW 5 Series?
Primary damage: Normal Wear. Secondary damage: Biohazard/Chemical. VIN: WBADE6328VBW57172.
Is VIN WBADE6328VBW57172 a salvage title vehicle?
This vehicle was sold at IAAI with Normal Wear damage. Auction-sourced vehicles typically carry a salvage or rebuilt title. Check your state DMV for the current title status of VIN WBADE6328VBW57172.
What is the mileage on VIN WBADE6328VBW57172?
This vehicle has 1 miles on the odometer.
What auction house sold VIN WBADE6328VBW57172?
VIN WBADE6328VBW57172 was sold at IAAI in Houston (TX).
Is VIN WBADE6328VBW57172 a Copart or IAAI vehicle?
VIN WBADE6328VBW57172 was processed through IAAI (Insurance Auto Auctions, also known as USA Car Bids). The auction yard was located in Houston (TX).
Where can I find free VIN history for WBADE6328VBW57172?
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