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Used 2008 BMW 5 Series Sedan Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

What an amazing ride!!

Matthew, 11/02/2020
2008 BMW 5 Series 535xi 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

My 535xi has just went over 208k miles. She still loves to Accelerate and hug the corners. I've had my BMW for a little over a year and have used it as my daily driver. My Bimmer has a great history of maintenance and that has paid off to keep this car driving well. I've replaced a few parts here and there which was expected with the high mileage. As soon as I get my 2003 Nissan Altima 3.5 L up and running as my daily, I will do a little upgrade on the turbos. This is my dream car and will be in the family for many years to come.

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5 out of 5 stars

Accidentally bought my dream car

Sparky561, 09/15/2019
2008 BMW 5 Series 535i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I went to the dealer for an infinity and walked out with a 2008 535i with 93k miles and dont regret it one bit. The car has been great and I've put almost 20k miles on it in a year and still runs like I got it out the dealer. Besides a small coolant leak I've had no issues and still smoke any charger rt or camaro (besides monster ss or zl1) at a street light. As long as you take care of it, it will take care of you.

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4 out of 5 stars

Great Classic Cruiser

C Patterson, 11/26/2016
2008 BMW 5 Series 528xi 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful

Maintenance expenses are steep but necessary. Technology is now dated but the car is smooth, fast and stable.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Fun to Drive

x021627, 06/15/2008
2008 BMW 5 Series 528xi 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful

I've been driving my 528xi for a few months now and I still love getting in the car and taking a drive. It is truly amazing and so comfortable. While not as much of a "beast" as the 535, it is still quick on acceleration and has that luxury/comfort/sports combo so missing with other cars. iDrive isn't the best, but it is quick to learn and makes stuff easier. iPhone integration is seamless. I have premium, cold, navi, xenons and iPod adaptor. No complaints. BTW: this was my second BMW. 2003, e39 was the first.

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3.88 out of 5 stars

Always in the service bay

cunn5, 09/27/2008
2008 BMW 5 Series 550i 4dr Sedan (4.8L 8cyl 6M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful

I have owned two 550i's in a year and a half. The reason for two is that the first one was in service for massive computer troubles 14 times in a 12 month period. The dealership swapped me out of the trouble maker and now in only four months and 4000 miles I am in service overheating and all the windows and sunroof seem to open by themselves. Please avoid this model

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