I don't normally post over here, but I'm considering buying a 2008 BMW 5-Series in the near future and would like your thoughts.
I think I would prefer the 535i (mostly because of the turbo), but I've read that there have been ongoing problems with the fuel system (mostly) and engine (here and there). Given the fact that internet reviews generally come from the problem cases, I don't know exactly how important the issues with the 535i should be in making my decision. The 528i, on the other hand, seems to get nothing but praise from everyone, with nary a mention of engine problems.
Now, the car will be used primarily (read: pretty much only) for commuting to work and driving around town. I'm not exactly a speed demon anymore, but the idea of having the twin-turbo is just so damn appealing, so I'm having a hard time coming to a decision. What thoughts do you, the great Technorati of TexAgs, have on this? What other general thoughts do you have on the 5-series in general and/or bimmers specifically (other than that they differ from porcupines in that the porcupine's *****s are on the outside)?
Thanks.
I think I would prefer the 535i (mostly because of the turbo), but I've read that there have been ongoing problems with the fuel system (mostly) and engine (here and there). Given the fact that internet reviews generally come from the problem cases, I don't know exactly how important the issues with the 535i should be in making my decision. The 528i, on the other hand, seems to get nothing but praise from everyone, with nary a mention of engine problems.
Now, the car will be used primarily (read: pretty much only) for commuting to work and driving around town. I'm not exactly a speed demon anymore, but the idea of having the twin-turbo is just so damn appealing, so I'm having a hard time coming to a decision. What thoughts do you, the great Technorati of TexAgs, have on this? What other general thoughts do you have on the 5-series in general and/or bimmers specifically (other than that they differ from porcupines in that the porcupine's *****s are on the outside)?
Thanks.