should I buy this 2000 BMW 528i for 3500$ tomorrow? fully loaded low miles
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>>14096974
IMHO 540i or bust......
>>14096974
>low miles
what are they?
>>14096979
I think something around 70k
>>14096978
The V8s on those aren't great. The 530 is the way to go.
>>14096974
OP here. Also looking at 2002 530i. For around 3800 good choice?
what is the service history?
if you cannot answer this question, run away
>>14096990
nigga i know you aint talkin shit on the m62
>>14097048
I only know the Carfax for the 530i
I'd go with that 530 if it's sturdy.
You absolutely want something with a service history and preferably low kms, I have a E39 525i M Sport and mine despite being an excellent example when I bought it, it's needed 4k (AUD) in the last year to bring it mostly up to standard, so just be wary.
In saying that theyre great cars and will rarely if ever let you down, preventative maintenance is what will run up your bills. But yeah, service history is integral, high kms dont matter too much if it's been looked after you just might need to replace more. Also 530 will hold value much better than the 528 anyway.
>>14097064
I will vouch for 530 quality. I drove a 2003 for a year that had 180k on it. Still drove better than my girlfriends's 2015 Outback and was bone dry.
>>14097064
don't buy a bmw without knowing the service history, or lack thereof
>>14096974
absolutely not
Just gonna add into the resident BMW namefag's input, YOU NEED A FUCKING SERVICE HISTORY
second, once you have it, look first and foremost for a cooling system overhaul with completely non-OEM parts, OEM means you're inevitably gonna have to do it again
the next three things aren't huge issues but use them to haggle the price down
>pixelated instrument cluster and dashboard
>rust at jack points
VANOS rebuild is a nice bonus but it probably won't have been done, just make sure it's done once you get it
Other misc shit:
Check for responsive locking/unlocking of doors. Slow response on a door means the actuator is beginning to fail.
Check the throttle response. If it's not responding the instant you touch the pedal, it probably needs a fuel filter and maybe a pump. You should be able to find this on the service record if the owner/their mechanic was good about maintaining them but everybody always neglects the fuel filter and E39s are at the age where they basically all need fuel pumps. Do this yourself once you get it too, it's easy and it's a good introduction to working on your car.
The prices make me slightly suspicious so definitely get a mobile mechanic to come inspect it or take it to a shop to have it checked out before you buy it.
Otherwise, enjoy m80
>>14097116
SO I take it it isn't wise to be buying this in some sort of craiglist deal like I am.... ? It has a Carfax but I'm not sure how accurate these things can be.
he wants 3800 on it 90kmiles ofr the 2002 530i
>>14097149
criagslist is actually good because you can talk to the previous owner directly and get service info
can't get that from a dealer
>>14097169
don't get fixated on price for the mileage, that isn't important with an e39, because it's far more expensive to buy one that wasn't taken care of. $500 more in price is $2000 less in extra maintenance you need to make up for
>>14097171
>>14097178
hmm. No way I can just buy this and just drive away with no maintenance at this point huh... lmao I thought I could get off easy
>>14097194
You probably can buy it and drive away with it. Some things might just break sooner than later if the right things haven't been done and without good service records or a proper inspection you won't be aware of potential upcoming issues.
These vehicles are reliable as fuck but there are a few things that really have to be done. None of them are catastrophic, it's just annoying when you buy a car and the water pump fails a month later because the previous owner didn't get it replaced preventatively and you have to get a tow.
>>14097194
you could, but
1) it would have to have been owned by a bmw fanatic
2) all service history available
3) well above what you would consider a good deal in price precisely because it is so pristine
>>14097219
>>14097218
Okay Because I was getting intimidated by all this haha. I really don't want to be hooked into another 4k after I buy. But I figure, its still a car itll drive and be alright with normal oil changes etc.
>>14097273
hey an e39 if you really want an e39
if you want to be a bmw baller on a budget, get an e36. cheaper to buy and cheaper to own
>>14097070
sikk car m8
>>14097218
Your cooling system will die pretty soon.
The DISA valve will fall apart.
Your rear view mirror will bubble up and leak.
