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BMW 528XI 2008

Rocky Deodg, 07/26/2016
updated 08/09/2023
2008 BMW 5 Series 528xi 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
36 of 40 people found this review helpful

Just turned 330,000 miles, added new tires and wheel, valve cover, new fuel injectors, shocks, and springs. It is like driving a new car for less than 5 k. Love it, great job BMW

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5 out of 5 stars

Sweet car

Manny, 11/02/2009
2008 BMW 5 Series 528i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful

Interesting to see all of the problems with the twins 535i. On BMW number 3, first 528i after two 3 series a '99 and a '06. Traded up from the '06 325i with 16" run flats, and could not stand the ride anymore, although it cornered like it was on rails. Chose the 528i because I did not want run flats tires on the next bimmer. Car runs great and has only needed one oil change thus far. Drove a 1200 miles round trip averaging 30 mpg at 80 mph. If not sure, stick with the aspirated inline 6s they are bullet prove. Ask any service center mechanic and they will tell you that the 5s are the most trouble free BMWs in the line up. Good solid car.

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My BMW 535XI Nightmare

beinspired65, 06/11/2014
2008 BMW 5 Series 535xi 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
27 of 30 people found this review helpful

I purchsed my 08 BMW XI used 60k miles on it, for the first 6 mos it was all good, while driving out of town the veh completely shut down (water pump), and since this happened there has been one repair after the other, I've always wanted a BMW, after repeated breakdowns and countless repairs, uless the veh is leased, do not waste your money you will end up spending more than anticipated. I've often heard you can drive a BMW for 100k miles with no issues....absolutely not true, and the worse part is you do not know there is a problem until the incator shows up on the dash or the vehicle shuts completely down. VERY FRUSTRATING EXPERIENCE!!!!!!

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4.75 out of 5 stars

One fine auto.

jpcoregon, 02/24/2011
2008 BMW 5 Series 535i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful

I bought the 2008 535i certified, including the maint. program to 100K miles 10/08. Outside of the horrendous experience with the lack of honesty and integrity of the BMW dealer, the car is superb. Too bad the certified program still makes one visit a BMW dealership. The car's comfort, ability to handle as well as it's outright performance is just plain fun. I quickly dumped the run-flats on this Sport model and bought high end Michelin UHP tires. The difference is a better ride and performance all the way around. Huge lack of space for change, eyeglasses and little things. Cupholders are poor, but one forgets as this thing gets up and runs.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Love my 528i so far..

kalicat, 05/03/2011
2008 BMW 5 Series 528i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful

After reading all of the reviews, I opted for the 528i instead of the 535i. Bought certified pre-owned (not impressed - had a couple of issues that should have been caught by this supposed 180 point inspection) The car is a blast to drive, luxury and performance at a reasonable price- at least for the pre-owned. I look forward to every drive! I wanted a bigger car for safety and cause I have a young child - but with this car you dont have to compromise style and performace for a practical family sedan. Love the 30 mph on road trips too.

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