E34 530i What to look for?

[Whatty]

Morning all

Bit of pre-viewing advice required re a E34 530i

One owner from new, 1995 with 98K miles and full history from dealer then local specialist.

A quick search suggests that I should be looking out for possible issues with the following.

Thrust arm bushings
Tie rods
Shocks / struts
Subframe mounts/trans mounts.
Water pump/belts etc
Fan clutch/thermostat

Anything else I should be aware of?

[BlitzE34]

Rust? Around fuel filler cap, rear panel, jacking points, bottom of front wings.

[Six Fiend]

And on sills, number plate light mounts and drainage holes under boot lip (just above rear bumper) and anywhere underneath where the underseal has cracked.

If it's an auto make sure it doesn't clonk into reverse after a delay. 'tis not a healthy sign!

Edited by Six Fiend on Thursday 1st December 19:54