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4.75 out of 5 stars

An excellent veichle

alex lopez, 07/21/2009
1998 BMW 5 Series 528i 4dr Sedan
15 of 17 people found this review helpful

I have a 1998 BMW 528i . A reliable and safe car. I've only had it for a year and the only thing that went bad on me were the brakes, but overall it's an excellent vehicle and I strongly recommend one as a first car. The parts are expensive but I think it's worth it. The fuel is not so bad on it unless you floor it all the time, otherwise it's fuel economy.

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5 out of 5 stars

The Ultimate Driving Machine

artprophet, 11/27/2013
1998 BMW 5 Series 528i 4dr Sedan
19 of 22 people found this review helpful

There's a beautiful spirit about this car. Every time I get into the vehicle I find a great peace with the world. This is truly the best car I have ever owned. This beauty of mine is my first BMW. I'm now middle aged and have had plenty of cars and driving experiences but nothing compares to this machine. Perfect handling on the curves and it gives you power when you need it. I find myself driving on the back roads and the highways with comfort and ease. I feel no stress at all. If I feel like cruising at 40 mph or putting it to the test at 95 mph it's all good. I will always have this car of mine. It's a classic now and forever.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Best BMW so far

JHOFFMAN, 06/18/2010
1998 BMW 5 Series 528i 4dr Sedan
9 of 10 people found this review helpful

Bought my 1998 528i used in 2002 and have put on 72k miles. Car is at 115k and still runs like new. Replaced struts, brakes, new Michelin tires and other minor stuff to be expected but overall, an easy car to maintain. I stopped giving BMW all my money and now have a private mechanic do the work for me. Those inspections are ridiculous and unnecessary. Great mileage on hwy (30+) and looks great in white/tan. Couple of small problems, the seat molding cracked early on, the cup holders have been replaced twice, and the radio readout is starting to loose some of it's display. But the radio (I have the upgraded DP) is my favorite part. A lot of fun to drive and i will keep her as long as I can.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Buying this car was my greatest decision

beamer_is_love, 06/09/2008
1998 BMW 5 Series 528i 4dr Sedan
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

Driving this car is so much fun; the tight steering, the way the car responds to the gas pedal, the braking system, and the safety. Everything about this car is great, although I recently had a problem with the rear window. It is the most comfortable car I have ever owned. It has a luxury interior and a sporty exterior especially with my aftermarket m3 tires and rims. I highly recommend this car to anyone who is out to buy one, although there are some problems that can be fixed.

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5 out of 5 stars

For Passionate Drivers Only by DWR

ReinState Inc., 03/21/2003
1998 BMW 5 Series 528i 4dr Sedan
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

True German engineering at its finest. As a passionate driver and an attendee of BMW club gatherings, I appreciate my 528i Sport to the utmost. Sure I’m not impressed with the cup holders, but those whom have that to comment on probably are talking on their cell phones,drinking your drink, all-the- while splitting the white lines doing 40 in a 55. What I appreciate as a 25,000 mile a year driver is what the Germans are all about,DRIVING. Confidence, security, and performance all sum up what I can’t fully express. The only other car I would consider is the 540 Sport……oh baby. At age 28 I feel blessed to have the finest made car on the road.

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