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Used 1998 BMW 5 Series 528i 4dr Sedan Consumer Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars
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4.63 out of 5 stars

Buying this car was my greatest decision

beamer_is_love, 06/09/2008
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
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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5 out of 5 stars

My Bimmy !!

Sultanbond, 07/11/2004
BMW 5 Series 528i 4dr Sedan
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

I bought my used 528I with 68616 miles and its just been a fun experience. I think the exterior design really attracted me to buying the car. The interior is in great shape with really good quality leather. Nevertheless, I think that for a luxury car of this price, the cupholders must go!! The stereo is just ok. Overall, this car is excellent!! It takes the same amount of money to buy a new domestic car or a used 3-5 year old BMW with low miles. My choice... Buy the Bimmer!!

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4.75 out of 5 stars

I'll Drive It Another 10 Years

jkhuddy, 09/03/2008
BMW 5 Series 528i 4dr Sedan
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

Rock solid at 150K miles. Replaced all cooling components (pump, radiator, thermostat & housing, belts) as a precaution at 140K. Just replaced the struts (they didn't owe me a thing.) Great gas mileage (30+ on highway); having a manual tranny helps. Looks good, handles great, safe and comfortable. Best six cylinder on the market. Bullet-proof drive train. Mine is Canyon Red, which looks great on this car.

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1.38 out of 5 stars

My horrible BMW 528i ordeal

millineumlaura, 04/05/2008
BMW 5 Series 528i 4dr Sedan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I bought my 1998 BMW used in 2000 with it being certified pre-owned. My car first overheated and the passenger side window stopped working within the 1st year that I bought it,but I only had to pay $50 to get it fixed under warranty. My car overheated so many times it's stupid. I was so scared that my eyes were always fixed to the temperature gage. I replaced the radiator, many hoses, reservoir tank, water pumps, plus the sunroof is stuck, trunk only opens with the key due to the inside buttons not working. This would be a great car if it worked half the time but it was so unreliable that I had to give up on it.

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