2001 BMW 5 Series Consumer Discussions

Buying a used 5 Series

recomendation for BMW mechanic in San Diego?

Written by: rsf525 on Aug 18, 2009 10:29 AM

My 2001 525 needs a 100,000 mile inspection/maintenance. Can anyone recommend a good (honest, fair) mechanic in the San Diego area? Read More...

BMW 5-Series Maintenance and Repair

Re: BMW 540i [ryan540i]

Written by: buffnyce17 on May 17, 2009 05:34 AM

hi there!! I actually have the same problem on my 2001 504i... please share with me how you fix the problem....THANK YOU SO MUCH Read More...

BMW Bids Bangle Begone

BMW Bigs Bangle Begone

Written by: Mr_Shiftright on Feb 03, 2009 04:53 PM

Well it's official. Chris Bangle, head of design at BMW since 1992, and the man who singlehandedly stirred up a hornet's nest of criticism with his 2001 designs, is leaving the German automaker. The article says this is strictly voluntary. What do you think? Read More...

BMW 5-Series Sedans

Valve Cover Gasket

Written by: ca_karen on Jan 05, 2009 06:22 PM

I have a 2001 BMW 525i with 45000 miles, mostly highway, on it. I bought it new and have had very little problems with it until now (of course, the warranty both manuf. and extended have expired)....stalling problems were diagnosed by the dealer as needing a new cam sensor. He also said I needed a valve cover gasket as it was beginning to leak. With only 45M miles?? ... Read More...

BMW 5-Series Maintenance and Repair

Re: bmw 525i hvac and sensor issues [roadburner]

Written by: drenthe on Dec 14, 2008 08:13 PM

Thank you for this info. I have the same problem with my 2001 525iT. When I bought mine the previous owner told me that he had just replaced the fan unit at the tune of $700.00. Reading this, he may have been taken for a ride. When you say dead easy DIY, where do I find the unit and is there any info (web site?) that explains the installation procedure? Thanks, Jan PS Same ... Read More...

bmw 525i hvac and sensor issues

Written by: bears3 on Dec 13, 2008 08:17 AM

I have a 2001 525i with 165k miles on it. i'm currently having several issues i need some education on. first, my heater controls have become "possessed" regardless of what temp i select on either heat or ac, the fan motor blows erratically, switching from fast to slow, back to fast in a matter of seconds and just keeps doing that the entire time. this happens if i ... Read More...

BMW 5-Series Oil Questions

Re: vokey1 [vokey1]

Written by: shipo on Nov 15, 2008 09:39 AM

When I got my first BMW that called for extended OCIs, the BMW oil standard of the day was LongLife-1998 (i.e. LL-98), and BMW required a change every 12 months regardless of how low the mileage was since the last change. When the BMW LL-01 oil specification debuted (oddly enough in 2001), BMW eliminated the annual oil change requirement. As for your dealer not ... Read More...

BMW 5-Series Prices Paid and Buying Experience

Just Went to the Dealer (BMW Monterey, CA)

Written by: chesdin24 on Nov 08, 2008 06:38 PM

With no negotiation (other than demonstrating that I knew about free Premium Pkg and invoice costs for everything else), this was their offer: 2008 528i, no options except Premium Pkg: Base MSRP 44,600 Premium Pkg 2,400 Destination 825 Total MSRP 47825 Base Invoice 41,030 Premium Pkg 2,185 Destination 825 Total Invoice 44,040 Offer to sell at 43,435, or $605 ... Read More...

Re: Advice on a used 2001 BMW 540i [gelles]

Written by: kyfdx on Jul 18, 2008 08:28 PM

Hi gelles, Welcome to the forums! We have a whole list of 5-series discussions. You might find this one, or this one interesting.. regards, kyfdx Host-Prices Paid Forums Read More...

Re: Advice on a used 2001 BMW 540i [gelles]

Written by: gelles on Jul 18, 2008 09:29 AM

Hi! Am looking for some help-just bought a used 2001 540i with 35k miles, pristine condition, 6 speed. Never owned a BMW of any kind. Never posted a message on a site like this before-looking for some driving advice and mechanical advice. Thanks Read More...