2002 BMW 5 Series Consumer Discussions

BMW 5-Series Sedans

Re: Logic 7 Sound System [emedway]

Written by: anon3 on Nov 08, 2008 05:09 PM

"Any thoughts why so few cars come with the upgraded sound? Is it because these systems have been failing?" Keep in mind that EVERY BMW is custom ordered, either by the dealer or by a customer. (That is one of the differences between BMWs and mass produced vehicles like Toyota/Lexus). Dealers decide how the BMWs on their lots will be optioned/equipped and dealers ... Read More...

BMW 5-Series Maintenance and Repair

control arm bushings cracked & leaking

Written by: bluegirl5 on Nov 05, 2008 09:45 AM

I have a 2002 BMW 525i with 24,000 miles. I recently purchased 4 new tires. After the tires were installed I found my steering wheel shaking violently when I went over some holes in the road at very low speeds. It doesn't happen often. I brought my car back to the tire place and after inspection they told me that I had front lower control arm bushings that were cracked ... Read More...

HVAC fan speed

Written by: jhox85 on Sep 16, 2008 07:13 PM

Guys I need help. I tried to look in the past discussions to see if I find something on my problem but found nothing. Anyway I have a 2002, 530i BMW 5-speed stick that has been a great car except for one thing. When I turn on the fan to get some air in the car (or even with A/C) the speed of the fan suddenly goes high and then low as if someone just arbitrarily changes the fan ... Read More...

Looking for independant Chicago bmw service shop

Written by: wax_71 on Sep 02, 2008 07:33 PM

Hi I just purchased a 2002 530iA with 57k from a BMW dealership.Never had a 5 before. Had a 04 330xi before but this car is much more my thing.I love it ( 2 days in) After looking through the great forum info I think it would be good to find an independent BMW technician.Does anyone know of anybody out this way? I live in the southwest suburbs of Chicago. I guesst he car ... Read More...

BMW 5-Series Oil Questions

Re: 530i oil consumption [irod]

Written by: rka_md on Aug 20, 2008 08:05 AM

I have a 2002 530i which was bought new. For the first few years the oil consumption was not a factor with changes only done as part of periodic, scheduled maintenance. In the last couple years however the consumption is down to about 1 quart every 1500 miles. I spoke to one dealership and had the engine checked out. They could find nothing unusual and based on a bulletin ... Read More...

BMW 5-Series Maintenance and Repair

Crankshaft Sensor

Written by: feroz on Apr 28, 2008 05:12 PM

Hi; I own a 2002 530. There is a problem with the cranck shaft sensor. Or so the computer says. The car runs fine and I have been told this code appear very often on BMW and driver just can´t notice any problem with the car. My question is, how can this happen?, It sounds pretty bad to loose info on the crankshaft positioning and yet the car runs fine...... One the repair ... Read More...

BMW 5-Series Lease Questions

BMW 528i and Jeep trade-in

Written by: pborb on May 27, 2008 07:00 PM

Got a 528i (premium package, sirius, I pod, xenon) 24 month 12k mile lease for $3500 down at $699/month (plus 7% FL tax), but wrapped into this they took my old 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland :lemon: with 83k miles (plus bad AC, check engine light on, and worn brake pads, some rust on the hood) and paid off my remaining loan of $10,300. Did I get ripped off? Thanks. ... Read More...

BMW 5-Series Prices Paid and Buying Experience

Re: 528i in Charlotte [capsfan]

Written by: mikesmithtx644 on Apr 20, 2008 02:06 PM

Well, I just took an approach of honesty. I told them that I had a deal on an Infiniti M35 and I needed to make a decision by this weekend and that I preferred to have another BMW ( I currently have a 2002 530i - not financed through BMW). I said I just wanted to lease now because I want to buy a new car when the new model 5 series comes out. Again, just the truth. I used the terms ... Read More...

My First BMW-Did I do OK?

Written by: myfirstbmw on Mar 28, 2008 07:26 AM

Hello all, from the great information on this thread and website I think I negotiated a great deal on my first BMW, and luxury car in general. Thanks to you very sharp folks, this is what I configured. By the way this was negotiated from only one dealer in upstate NY. BMW 535xi: MSRP: $51600.00 Premium, Navigation, Sport, Cold weather, Sirius, Auto, Destination. ... Read More...

BMW 5-Series Sedans

E60 528

Written by: jb_shin on Mar 31, 2008 05:54 PM

I was given an e60 528 with PP and CWP as a loaner while my e39 is in for service. I had driven 545i with Steptronic briefly, but this was the first time I really had a chance to drive e60 for more than a few minutes. While I had not given it much thought in the past, the car was a pleasant surprise once I got in the driver's seat. My previous e39 was an 2002 530 5spd and the current ... Read More...