2000 BMW 5 Series Consumer Reviews

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Written by: raiderddj on 04/09/2009

Vehicle

2000 BMW 5 Series 4 Dr 528i Sedan

Review

Owning a 528i with sport package puts a daily smile on my face. No other four door sedan has this classy appearance and exceptional feel for the road. Power is average but the sound and feel of the engine is second to none. Handling is superb as is braking. Creature comforts are excellent with the exception of the cheesy cup holders.

Favorite Features

Cornering, Braking, Engine Sound, Interior Quality, Exterior Appearance, Ease of Oil Changes (just do it yourself, easier than your American or Japanese car!)

Suggested Improvements

Cup holders...blah...blah...blah...don't change a thing!!!

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2000 BMW 528i car for rich people

Written by: Andre on 02/05/2009

Vehicle

2000 BMW 5 Series 4 Dr 528i Sedan

Review

Very expensive to maintain. A lot of plastic details clips, houses, etc., in engine that needs to replace. Only rich people can afford to have this car serviced at dealership. You need to have 1K in your pocket all the time for unexpected maintenance. I would not take this car for a very long trip. Prepare to downtime. Do not buy it if you do not have a good mechanic you can trust.

Favorite Features

Exterior and Interior design is awesome. Very powerful. You look very stylish in this car, very safe.

Suggested Improvements

Engine temperature. Plastic parts in engine. Cooling system is poor. Air conditioner.

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MPG

Written by: wmwider on 11/25/2008

Vehicle

2000 BMW 5 Series 4 Dr 540i Sedan

Review

I have always gotten 23 to 29 mpg with this model 540i m sport. Great automobile, very fun and very fast.

Favorite Features

Manual transmission, heated seats, great sound stereo, comfortable

Suggested Improvements

Higher range in first gear

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Amazing to Drive - Extremely Unreliable

Written by: DM on 11/23/2008

Vehicle

2000 BMW 5 Series 4 Dr 540i Sedan

Review

I have owned my 540i for six years now and will be giving it to my son. It is a pleasure to drive and has very good safety features and can get 28 - 30 MPG cruising on the freeway at 75 MPH. As for reliability - lets just say a Ford Taurus is way better and much less expensive to repair. Even a GM car would have better reliability and that isn't saying much. For as much as I love the way the car drives, I can say I will never own another Bimmer. Looking forward to a Pontiac G8 GT

Favorite Features

Handling, sound system, fuel economy

Suggested Improvements

The rest of the car needs to be engineered to last as long as the body and engine. Too many problems to list and too expensive to repair

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The best car I ever had. Period.

Written by: Pablo on 10/08/2008

Vehicle

2000 BMW 5 Series 4 Dr 540i Sedan

Review

This is by far the best car I ever had, comfortable and it is 100% fully loaded with all the gadgets. Ride is smooth and it has a lot of power, I will buy another 5 series any time.

Favorite Features

Power and the smooth ride.

Suggested Improvements

I had some electronic problems and the CD used to skip all the time. I tried to fix that several times but, it kept doing it. Parts could be really expensive, so is maintenance.

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Stay with the E39

Written by: Sim Simma Bimma on 06/10/2008

Vehicle

2000 BMW 5 Series 4 Dr 528i Sedan

Review

Ok, this is my second Bimma. 1st was an 84 325e that saved me a couple of times. I bought this 528i in 06 with only 35k miles on it. Only issues were the typical stuff that I had my dealership fix. The reason I am writing this review is to state that I just got 620 miles on 1 tank of gas. I am no "hiper-miler" but that's outstanding. That equated to 34 mpg. Just installed my own cd player and a sub. 10 speakers and still no bass. great thing is that my radio charges my bbery curve.

Favorite Features

Gas mileage, look and performance. How could I forget about the DSC. That feature is one of the best features on any car.

Suggested Improvements

Lumbar support, fold down rear seats, better cup holders. Maintenance is expensive but if you can't afford the maintenance, you can't afford the car.

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MPG

Written by: Jan on 04/30/2008

Vehicle

2000 BMW 5 Series 4 Dr 528i Sedan

Review

Awful cup holders with AC blowing on them. Mine has 94,000 and just performs more gracefully with age. Recommend you absolutely find a local garage that you trust and you will save at least half of dealer repairs. My MPG indicates 5.9 miles per gallon (not, not on liter scale). But I seem to be getting about 16 MPG, which is not great. For first time this week, I used 89 instead of 91 at the pump and car is running beautifully.

Favorite Features

Performance. Manual shift is wonderful. Exterior lovely, soft lines. Never want another car!

Suggested Improvements

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Fun but expensive

Written by: ServicePatrol on 03/23/2008

Vehicle

2000 BMW 5 Series 4 Dr 528i Sedan

Review

Owned the 528 with M sport package, The sport package is a must if you really wanted to experience true BMW performance. Definitely consider snow tires if you live in wintery climate. This car is great HOWEVER I hope you make good money because you will need it... an oil change alone is $135.00. All I can say is it doesn't get serviced that often but when it does be prepared to shell out the cash. You are better off to have your "out of warranty" Beemer service at a reputable european car service center. back to performance it is 2nd to none.

Favorite Features

handling with the M sport package

Suggested Improvements

Cup holders and don't give me this BS that you are not suppose to drink coffee while driving a BMW.

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I love it

Written by: Bix on 02/20/2008

Vehicle

2000 BMW 5 Series 4 Dr 528iT Wagon

Review

The title says it all, truth is this is the overall very best car I've ever owned. After over 30K miles I still smile every time I drive the car. And because it's a touring model I can haul real things. The only complaint I actually have is stupid and dangerous cupholders. Oddly the only cup which works is "Mini" mug.

Favorite Features

Driving dynamics

Suggested Improvements

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Fun but costly

Written by: shmeezil on 12/19/2007

Vehicle

2000 BMW 5 Series 4 Dr 528i Sedan

Review

Most fun car to drive I've ever owned when it's running. In 9 months of ownership have spent over 2K on repairs. Best advice is to find a competent independent mechanic who specializes in Bimmers. Going to the dealership for repairs or routine maintenance is a very costly and time-consuming adventure. From a driver's perspective the car is awesome. Enough power off the line and especially when passing on the freeway over 60. The steering makes you feel like you're connected to the pavement. If you can afford the repairs and downtime, this is a fun car to drive.

Favorite Features

Performance, handling, overall look of the vehicle

Suggested Improvements

Better reliability

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