1991 BMW 5 Series Review
Price Estimate: $3,779 - $6,128
Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
What’s new
The 525i receives a new double overhead cam inline six worthy of 189 horsepower -- a big improvement over last year's 168-horse motor. Additionally, traction control is now an option on the 535i.
For sale near Idaho Falls, ID
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Idaho
$235/mo for 5 Series 525i
5 Series 525i
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$172/mo
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4.88 out of 5 starshb1991, 06/05/2012
1991 BMW 5 Series 525i 4dr Sedan
316k miles and still drives like a dream.
This car has been in my family for 12 years and has not given me any major mechanical problems.
This has been and will be the best car I will ever own.
It has reliably performed throughout its service life.
No bells and whistles, just a bare bones car that never acts up.
I reliably changed the oil every 4k miles and did all maintenance … myself.
For a 21 year old car it shines up like a new penny.
Beautiful, reliable, and a joy to drive.
I will miss her when she's gone...ought to go to a BMW museum.
What a joy.
A fun car that never goes out of style
4.88 out of 5 starsseabow2, 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 … completed, this 17 year old car was like new! The handling is exceptional and the responsiveness is great. It is a pleasure to drive on a daily basis. I would buy an older 535 any day of the week over a lot of newer cars. I'm glad to see BMW started making them again because they are truly wonderful.
First car!
4.5 out of 5 starsbdelaney, 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, … but the engine does need to be rebuilt.
Sum greater than its parts
4.5 out of 5 starsJames, 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!
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1991 5 Series Highlights
525i
Engine Type | Gas |
---|---|
Combined MPG | 18 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $235/month |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Safety
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original0
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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