Market Find: BMW 530dA Touring Individual in Dakar Yellow

What: 1999 BMW 530d Touring
Color: BMW Dakar Yellow 2 (dakargelbii; non-metallic uni; 337; BMW)
VIN: Unknown
Mileage: 220,000 km
Price: € 13,999
CarFax: N/A
Window Sticker: N/A
Location: Klecany, Czech Republic
Listing: Link

Every so often, a listing surfaces that stops enthusiasts mid-scroll—not because it’s the fastest or rarest, but because it’s simply too unusual to ignore. This 1999 BMW 530d Touring Individual, finished in Dakargelb II (Dakar Yellow II), is exactly that kind of car. Offered in the Czech Republic, it’s an unexpected combination of diesel power, wagon practicality, and Individual-spec flamboyance—a trio that will immediately appeal to the right kind of BMW aficionado.

Under the hood sits BMW’s 2.9-liter inline-six diesel (M57) producing 184 horsepower and 390 Nm of torque, paired with an automatic transmission. While most Dakar Yellow BMWs conjure images of E36 M3s or Paul Zuckerman’s no-mileage M5, this E39 Touring channels that same vibrant energy into something completely different—a long-haul cruiser with torque-rich performance and surprising efficiency.

The car shows 220,000 kilometers (about 136,700 miles) and is described as rust-free, fully functional, and in nice condition. The listing notes original paint, Pappelnatur wood trim, and black full leather upholstery—a refined contrast to the exterior. The seller also highlights refurbished 18-inch Style 94 wheels, a bi-xenon headlight retrofit, and a valid technical inspection through March 2026.

This example carries all the hallmarks of a late-’90s BMW Individual commission—tasteful, eccentric, and quietly desirable. For those who appreciate the era when BMW color palettes were as daring as their chassis tuning, this 530d Touring stands out as a rare find.

No, it’s not an M5 Touring or an Alpina B10. But it’s something arguably cooler—a practical, diesel-powered E39 finished in one of BMW’s most iconic shades. It’s the kind of sleeper that could cruise the Autobahn all day, turn heads at a Cars & Coffee, and spark conversation among those who know what they’re looking at.

Located in the Czech Republic with Czech registration papers, this Dakar Yellow Touring represents an unusual intersection of practicality and personality. To the right buyer, it’s not just a used BMW—it’s a statement piece from the golden age of analog BMW design, wrapped in one of the boldest colors Munich ever sprayed.