1990 BMW 5 Series Review

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 1990 BMW 5 Series 535i 4dr Sedan and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.64 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.}

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$272/mo

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A fun car that never goes out of style

seabow2, 12/21/2007

1990 BMW 5 Series 535i 4dr Sedan

Purchased my Bimmer a year ago from the 2nd owner with 130k miles on it. On a scale of 1-10 it was an 8.5 due to the previous owner not driving it very often. I mention this becuase I want to give this vehicle a fair rating. The 535i is supposed to a well built vehicle and I believe it be. I had to replace quite a few small items to make this car fully functional. Once that was …

First car!

bdelaney, 06/03/2009

1990 BMW 5 Series 525i 4dr Sedan

Well I bought my 525i about 3 month ago it is my first car. The car broke down on me about 2 weeks ago and I just barely got another job so I can fix it. I love this car, greatest car I've ever drove. The crank position sensor went but she's got a lot of miles. I put some upgrades into her (Aftermarket clutch, Cold air intake and straight pipes). This car is so fast with the upgrades, …

Sum greater than its parts

James, 08/02/2008

1990 BMW 5 Series 525i 4dr Sedan

I've owned this car for nearly a year now and I'm very pleased with it. Overall it's a solid automobile. A car this old does have its kinks and quirks but it has always, always been reliable. The feeling I get when I get behind the wheel and fire it up is irreplaceable. This is my second Bimmer and I don't think I could own anything else at this point. Buyer beware!

I love My 535

Mike, 05/25/2009

1990 BMW 5 Series 535i 4dr Sedan

I bought this car three years ago with 143K miles and I have 205K on it now. I have replaced the driveshaft twice and the heater core. I recently did the exhaust, which was expensive - $1300 for the cat back. I am handy with cars and do most of my own work. This car has not one rattle and very minor rust after 19 years! What a fantastic car!

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1990 5 Series Highlights

Trim:

535i

Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	16 MPG
Cost to Drive	$272/month
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	16.2 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive

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1990 BMW 5 Series Review

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 1990 BMW 5 Series 535i 4dr Sedan and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.64 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.}

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Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 1990 BMW 5 Series 535i 4dr Sedan and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.64 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.

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A fun car that never goes out of style

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Sum greater than its parts

I love My 535

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 1990 BMW 5 Series 535i 4dr Sedan and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.64 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.}