Used 1997 BMW 5 Series Consumer Reviews
Used 5 Series for sale
In love
bimmergal, 09/25/2002
1997 BMW 5 Series 528i 4dr Sedan
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I bought my 528ia last year, and I love it! Not only is it fun to drive, but I get great gas mileage, and I get a lot of attention from the guys! I have never had a car before that responded as quickly and powerfully as this one. I would like to have an M5 but as of yet can't afford it. Thank goodness I didn't get that 98 328 convertible I looked at first! My car is gorgeous outside and inside.I'm only 26, so I didn't want a sedan that looked like an old lady car. I doubt that I will ever buy a car by any other maker! So far reliability has been good.I'm at 47,988 miles now.
Lots of Fun
zipper, 02/19/2003
1997 BMW 5 Series 528i 4dr Sedan
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Combines luxury with performance. Very fun to drive.
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top of the food chain
jr roadcaptain, 04/18/2003
1997 BMW 5 Series 540i 4dr Sedan
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I am coming up on 7 years of ownership and 90K on the clock. Yes I just did the radiator but got the cat and a couple of small items under the extended warranty. I have owned and driven various Bimmers and this one is the berries. Do not, I repeat, do not drive this car for any length of time if you cannot buy--it will ruin you for all other cars, even some other Bimmers.
My favorite car...ever.
cork, 01/06/2004
1997 BMW 5 Series 528i 4dr Sedan
0 of 2 people found this review helpful
Your best bet is to buy a used one with higher mileage. I bought my 1997 in 2002 with 100K on it. I've put on 20,000 trouble-free miles. It had a sticker of close to $50,000 and I bought it for $18K. The car spins like a top. High quality fit and finish, comfy, and fun to drive.
Bavarian Bliss
Bimmer One, 08/04/2002
1997 BMW 5 Series 528i 4dr Sedan
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I purchased the car on the certified plan with 53000 miles. The car is incredibly solid and has performed flawlwessly. It is expensive to maintain, so be prepared. I routinely get almost 30MPG on the highway and the car cruises at 80MPH all day long. I added a couple of Dinan modifications to boost HP and they work flawlessly.