Ok people, since i have been seeing alot of "buying a 5er" threads lately, asking what to look for in purchasing one, i took it upon myself to find some of the older threads to help these people out. If you have any tips, threads, websites, or suggestion in terms of purchasing a new or used 5er, then post it here. This way people only have to come here to find out what they need to know, and ask questions....
BMW e12:
http://www.e12e28.ch/weblinks/15a05000.htm
BMW e28:
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=321174
BMW e28 528 specific:
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=315630
BMW e28 535 specific:
BMW e28 M5 specific:
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=268201
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...d.php?t=328975
BMW e34:
http://www.bmwe34.net/E34main.htm
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=322984
BMW e34 525 specific:
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=318007
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=317365
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=316924
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=315643
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=270183
http://bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=328194
BMW e34 525 TDS:
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=315208
BMW e34 530 specific:
http://silverstone.fortunecity.com/ferrari/464/
http://www.e34v8.org
BMW e34 535 specific:
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...d.php?t=327494
BMW e34 540: specific
http://www.e34v8.org
BMW e34 M5 specific:
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=315518
BMW e34 Touring specific:
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=320030
BMW e39:
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=280912
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=269583
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=276844
BMW e39 525 specific:
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=321238
BMW e39 528 specific:
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=269266
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=132142
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=280583
BMW e39 530 specific:
BMW e39 540 specific:
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=319964
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=318229
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=316835
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=317107
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=316396
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=238872
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=268796
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=266279
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=265105
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=264838
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=269295
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=268293
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=265716
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=266307
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=280704
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=280522
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=279969
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=323557
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...d.php?t=330081
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...d.php?t=330683
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...d.php?t=303810
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...d.php?t=327862
BMW e39 M5 specific:
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=315048
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=322409
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...d.php?t=328510
BMW e39 vs. e36 ’99 M3:
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...d.php?t=328042
e60 530 vs. 545:
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=278596
e60 530 vs. Acura RL:
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=235077
e60 M5:
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/foru...ad.php?t=270123
Last edited by 525iT_Feen; 03-17-2005 at 10:26 AM.
Hey thanks a lot for putting together the list of posts.
~sps
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Not a DDM fanboy. Just cant beat the prices.
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How many E39s were sold in the US?
I'm not sure, but there were ALOT.
just gotta let you guys know.
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thanks for the info. I am one of those guys looking for a 5 series 99-2000. Must be auto. If you have any ideas, I'm listening. thanks
I suggest finding an automatic 540, and if you want to spend less find a 530.
The difference- one is V8 and one is Inline6. The V8 is a monster while the 530 is just a very fun car.
I'm very happy with my Auto 1999 528iT. Having the power of an 8cylinder would be nice but i'm happy with my economical v6. The service guy at an indepindent bmw place in tulsa said the v6 was alot less in the maintenance area compred to a v8. Plus my v6 gets much better gas milage compared to that of a v8.
good luck with whatever you get...
Last edited by TFD528iT; 11-14-2004 at 07:18 PM. Reason: addition of words
1999 528iT Auto Aspen Silver w/ Cold & Premium Pkgs & Xenon Light
High Performance Airedale Upgrade - Increase of 3 Dog Power
I think you mean I6. Inline 6 is what your BMW has. BMW never made a v6 engine as far as I know. You do get much better gas mileage then the v8s.Originally Posted by TFD528iT
oh yea, SWEET sig!!!
right, so i have an inline six (is inline same as a straight six?) opposed to a v6.. good to know.. anyhow about milage i think the bmw service place mentioned better gas milage and I just assumed it too.
did i assume wrong?
1999 528iT Auto Aspen Silver w/ Cold & Premium Pkgs & Xenon Light
High Performance Airedale Upgrade - Increase of 3 Dog Power
Yes its the same thing as a straight six. As for the gas mileage, you assumed correctly. The i6's get much better gas mileage.Originally Posted by TFD528iT
What about the e34 M5 and 535i? They aren't listed here.
Make the threads and I will add them.Originally Posted by 325iChris
All I did was compile a database of all the threads already started. If I didn't find it then I didn't make a new one.
thanks for the links but could you make it so we know what we are clicking on then finding out afterwards?
I guess I could, but I honestly don't feel like it right now.
I will do it later.
Something for the pre 1988 5 series, even a link on recall info for the original 530i, and 528i.
early 5s
Good find.Originally Posted by e12Euro
Great Advice on maintaining a E34 530 or 540 here.
http://silverstone.fortunecity.com/ferrari/464/
and of course here
http://www.bmwe34.net/E34main.htm
Good Luck
E34 540iA Sold 1/06......
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