Used 1997 BMW 5 Series Consumer Reviews
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Just remarkable
don, 02/10/2008
1997 BMW 5 Series 540i 4dr Sedan
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I bought this car with 100k and needed some work like control arms and flex joint. Since then it has been a thrill and pleasure to own this car. It's a manual trans. And this car does not miss a beat, it handles well on curves as well as straight aways and the braking is excellent. Could change these cup holders even though I don't use them I don't have time to because I'm too busy driving the car. It is the step up from my 325i which I thought was a beast but the 540i is one step down from the M5 which is OK. Because I don't need any speeding tickets.
The best
skiier, 08/01/2002
1997 BMW 5 Series 528i 4dr Sedan
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The most fun to drive - and I thought nothing would beat my '93 Taurus SHO. Even with less HP, this one really goes. Love to set the cruise at 100 for long trips - that's when the car is at it's best.
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NICE TO DRIVE, BAD FOR YOUR POCKET!
GEORGES, 08/23/2002
1997 BMW 5 Series 528i 4dr Sedan
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The ride is great, it is fun to drive, good performance, good looking, but bad reliability... I have changed all the fans rumbling and some rear drivetrain piece because of a strange TIK" coming from the rear of the car when you start up with the car. If you have much money to spend on your car, it's a great choice
Stay away
badnews, 04/10/2002
1997 BMW 5 Series 528i 4dr Sedan
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This is the most dangerous car I've ever owned. In the two years I have owned it, the engine has blown, the electrical system has completely failed, and the car almost caught on fire. I bought it used with 42,000 miles on it and it now has 91,000 miles on it. BMW should be embarrassed. The only saving grace is that I have a 100,000 mile extended warranty. It has easily saved me $15,000 in repairs. I am about to trade it in for a Honda Accord.
6 Speed 540i
BCUZICAN535, 10/06/2002
1997 BMW 5 Series 540i 4dr Sedan
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BMw is goin in the right way i also have a 91' 535i 5-speed and the 540 is much more powerful. The clutch is really have and has rapid engagement. The car is one of the best handling cars out their and its a sedan. I have not had any major mechanical problems yet. Maintanance is high but you do get what you pay for.