2008 Bmw 550 I
WBANW53518CT51788

Last known mileage — 101 165 mi. This page includes photos, sale history, market estimate and similar BMW 5 SERIES listings.

Analysis report

This 2008 BMW 550i has been through four owners and shows a consistent service history with over 33 recorded maintenance events, including significant repairs such as an engine timing gasket replacement and multiple water pump updates. While the vehicle was primarily maintained in Illinois and Iowa, it carries a notable accident report from June 2026 involving front-end damage that resulted in airbag deployment. The report also notes minor damage reported in late 2024 prior to the major incident. Reviewing the full report is essential before buying, bidding on, or financing this vehicle to evaluate how the structural damage and airbag deployment may impact its safety rating and market value.

Characteristics

VIN WBANW53518CT51788
Auction Copart
Mileage 101,165 mi 162,809 km
Auction Date (UTC) 07/21/2026 17:00
Engine 4.8l 8
Color Black
Transmission Automatic
Fuel GAS
Drive REAR WHEEL DRIVE
Key Keys Present
Cost of repair $ 14 151 USD
Market value $ 7 371 USD
Primary damage Front End

Trade history

Sales history unknown

Exterior condition

1 damage · 1 zone
Damage map
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1 Front
Primary damage: FRONT END
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VIN Decoder WBANW53518CT51788
Airbag Location Front 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Body Class Sedan/Saloon
Displacement (L) 4.8
Displacement C C 4799.7710456
Displacement C I 292.9
Doors 4
Engine Cylinders 8
Engine H P 360
Fuel Type Gasoline
G V W R Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
G V W R_to Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Make BMW
Manufacturer BMW AG
Model 550i
Model Year 2008
Other Restraint System Info Dual-stage suppl. restraint system (SRS) certified to the advanced airbag requiremnets of FMVSS 208, S14.
Plant City DINGOLFING
Plant Country GERMANY
Seat Belts All Manual
Series 5-Series
T P M S Direct
V I N WBANW53518CT51788
Vehicle Descriptor WBANW535*8C
Vehicle Type PASSENGER CAR
Vehicle Valuation (USA) WBANW53518CT51788
At Recycler No
Auction Announcement Within45 Days No
Colors
Black, Gray, Green, Silver, Blue, White, Beige
Display Name BMW
Display Name 550i Sedan 4D
Display Name 2008
Display Name 5 Series
Drivetrains RWD
Engines V8, 4.8 Liter
Flood Damage No
Frame Damage No
Government Use No
Has Accidents No
Insurance Owned No
Livery Use No
Miles 48062
Not Actual Mileage No
Options
Sport Pkg, Cold Weather Pkg, Traction Control, Dynamic Stability Control, ABS (4-Wheel), Anti-Theft System, Keyless Entry, Keyless Start, Air Conditioning, Power Windows, Power Door Locks, Cruise Control, Adaptive Cruise Control, Power Steering, Tilt & Telescoping Wheel, Head-Up Display, AM/FM Stereo, Cassette, CD/MP3 (Single Disc), CD/MP3 (Multi Disc), Logic7 Premium Sound, Sirius Satellite, Navigation System, DVD System, Bluetooth Wireless, BMW Assist, Parking Sensors, F&R Parking Sensors, Dual Air Bags, Side Air Bags, F&R Side Air Bags, F&R Head Curtain Air Bags, Heated Seats, Dual Power Seats, Leather, Moon Roof, HID Headlamps, Daytime Running Lights, Fog Lights, Rear Spoiler, Alloy Wheels, Premium Wheels, Premium Wheels 19"+
Original Owner No
Police Use No
Previously Canadian No
Report Date 2026-06-22
Salvage No
Taxi Use No
Title Brand No
Transmissions Manual, 6-Spd Overdrive, Auto, 6-Spd OD Steptronic, Auto, 6-Spd OD Seq Manual
Used As Rental No
Market Price Analysis (USA) WBANW53518CT51788
Vehicle
Make B M W
Model 5 SERIES
Trim 550I 4D SEDAN AUTO
Year 2008
Odometer 101,165 mi
Typical Listing Price
Adjusted average $12,550
Base value $9,600
Avg odometer 129,344 mi
Color adjustment $0
Odometer adjustment $3,950
Weekly depreciation $0
Private seller price $11,388
Fair Purchase Price
Adjusted average $10,500
Base value $8,000
Avg odometer 129,344 mi
Color adjustment $0
Odometer adjustment $3,300
Weekly depreciation $0
Fair market purchase price — $10,500. Mileage is below the market average (129,344 mi) — an advantage.
Vehicle Data WBANW53518CT51788
Vehicle
Make BMW
Model 5 Series
Year 2008
Country US
550i
Name 4dr Sedan 550i RWD
Body style 4dr Car
Drivetrain Rear Wheel Drive
Doors 4
MSRP $58,800
Invoice $54,095
Supply & Demand (USA) WBANW53518CT51788
Vehicle
Make BMW
Model 5 Series
Year 2008
Market Overview
Supply level Low
Demand level Neutral
Avg days to sell 44 days
DSO 34 days
Ingest date 2026-06-15
Listings (90d)
Sold 167
Active listings 64
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