1998 BMW 5 Series Consumer Discussions

BMW European Delivery

Re: 535i ED Quote - Dallas [tx_bmw]

Written by: shipo on Mar 25, 2008 09:58 AM

I've been following the BMW related discussions here on Edmunds since I started researching my 1999 328i back in the summer of 1998. Through that entire time one thing has remained true, the Dallas area dealers will not negotiate an ED deal below MSRP (and very little off of MSRP for domestically sourced cars). The common consensus is to either allow them to screw ... Read More...

It's funny shipo

Written by: nyccarguy on Mar 14, 2008 08:16 PM

for 7 years and over 135,000 miles my Mom drove a 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300E with RWD (no traction or stability control) and snow tires (during the winter). During the '90's we had some pretty nasty winters here in the suburbs of NYC (part of which fueled the SUV craze). My parents sold the 300E and leased one of the first 1998 CLK 320s (RWD) for four years. The winters ... Read More...

BMW 5-Series Extended Warranties

Re: 2001 BWM 530 warranty question [edbarry12]

Written by: shipo on Mar 01, 2008 00:40 PM

Many folks, myself included, would advise that you simply "self insure" by taking the money that you would otherwise spend on the warranty and set it aside for unscheduled repairs. While you may not make out on any one car, the betting is that over years that you are a car owner, you'll come out well ahead in the end. FWIW, the last car that I bought the "extended warranty" ... Read More...

BMW 5-Series Maintenance and Repair

Re: 1998 528i [fenster]

Written by: andys120 on Feb 08, 2008 10:20 AM

The '98 you're looking at has just a few more miles than my 2000 528iA which is close to 104,000 miles. I've made the "deposits" and been rewarded with a car that is quite dependable and rarely out of service except for routine maintainence. I expect to enjoy The Blue Max for many more miles. You should consider a preemptive replacement of the original radiator and ... Read More...

Buying a used 5 Series

1998 BMW 528I

Written by: gerrysb on Sep 29, 2007 10:29 AM

We're looking at purchasing a '98 528I with about 58K miles on it from the original owner. It's in almost excellent condition other than a major scuff on the lower fender. Always serviced at the dealer, no accidents, etc. with a clean carfax record. We're also looking at a '98 Volvo S90 also low mileage, 50K miles, excellent conditon. Does anyone know of any major ... Read More...

BMW 5-Series Maintenance and Repair

Re: Maintenance & repairs [tlouie]

Written by: shipo on Jun 20, 2007 07:22 AM

As a general statement, no, you don't need to maintain your car more often than is recommended by the Owner's Manual. Your specific question regarding oil changes is fairly easily addressed, consider the following: - Most six cylinder engines in the three liter range from most manufacturers have an oil capacity of between four and five quarts. Your new car uses ... Read More...

BMW 5-Series Sedans

sdg380 and e500

Written by: richardga73 on May 30, 2007 07:32 PM

All of the e500's have the suspension that has the three settings.There is luxury,mid, and sport. The sport is sporty but is not harsh like my 3sport and the luxury setting is very smooth but controlled. It has air shocks which allow the adjustments.The air shocks while smooth in all settings seem a little isolated. I think I might prefer the spring shocks for feel.Yes, ... Read More...

Buying a used 5 Series

Re: 2004 / 2005 BMW 545i - happy? [natedog03]

Written by: shipo on Jan 26, 2007 07:16 PM

Nope, I don't like modded cars. Hmmm, maybe not quite correct. I suppose if I was to keep a car to say, over 100,000 miles, I might be tempted to breathe on it a bit, however, that really isn't my style. Pretty much bone stock or I don't want it. Just as my 530i was heading back to BMW at lease end, my annual driving profile changed dramatically. I went from an annual average ... Read More...

Luxury Performance Sedans

Re: Car People [pat]

Written by: markcincinnati on Oct 07, 2006 09:56 AM

Selling England by the Pound -- Genesis. You win the cupie doll, Pat! Here in Cincinnati, the new generation of BMW's with that spanky new "35" twin turbo engine are rolling out -- at this point, the 335 sedan and coupes are RWD, but already the 328 is offered with AWD and next year the X drive option will be added for about $1900. It promises to be a brisk seller. Almost ... Read More...

Buying a used 5 Series

Re: Question About The Wisdom Of Buying A Brand New 1998 528I [gkg680]

Written by: div2 on Sep 29, 2006 08:02 PM

Recently, all the fluids were replaced I'm assuming that includes brake fluid, coolant, transmission fluid, and final drive oil- using BMW approved fluids/lubricants? Blue Book trade-in value is $13,000, private party trade value is $15K, and dealership retail is $17,000. I wouldn't pay over $15K; why pay silly money for very low miles on a car you are going ... Read More...