What is the Most Reliable BMW 5 Series You Can Buy? 5 Reliable BMWs
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- What is the Most Reliable BMW 5 Series You Can Buy? 5 Reliable BMWs
There are a ton of reliable BMW cars out there in the market today, but it's hard to know exactly which ones to go out and buy. This is especially true in the use car market for BMWs. When looking for the most reliable BMW 5 series car, there are a few things to consider. I go through my top 5 list of BMW Series 5 cars that are reliable, available on the market, and ready for you to purchase.
Here are my top 5 reliable $5Series #BMW cars:
- 2010 - 2011 BMW F10 528i
- e39 525i
- e34 515 IX
- e39 540i
- 2007 E60 528i
There you have it. All of those 5 series BMWs answer the question as to whether or not BMWs are reliable or not. In the case of those 5 cars, and sometimes the years matter (so watch the video), BMW is very reliable.
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The e34 is a rock. I have a 1995 525i and it is one of the best cars I have ever owned. And I have owned many.
Thanks for watching. Yes they are great cars and from a time when they are not over complicated. Cheers.
Armand D Perera is it a VANOS or non VAnos version of the M50?
Armand D Perera I have a 94 530i manual that is doing service as a mule for it's longtime current indestructible engine.
Seriously, it's a Frankenstein of their V8 family 3.0, 4.0, & 4.4 mis-matched junkyard parts. Was slammed together with some new gaskets here and there, on a pallet with a tube of RTV... on a dirt floor 7 years ago by my brother, who couldnt blow it up.
9300+ rpm the valves float. I've done It too many times.
It won't break. Been driving these cars and many other manufacturers for 30 yrs.
Never have I scene a more durable engine. Yes, the junkyard Frankenstein BMW V8 engine that sounds like a crotch rocket.
@@diopsidem5 has to be. Vanos version.... the non vanos r more "rare" as they were only the early model e34s in between the M2p cars and the updated m50 car which all had vanos. 1992-1996 definelty all had vanos M50s
I own a 1995 540i 6 speed, 2001 540it sport wagon, 2001 740i msport and a 2002 4.6is X5. BMW has fallen from reliability grace since these cars were made. I love all my cars. They do require attention to bring them back to factory correct, but parts are cheap and fixing them is cheap if you're willing to wrench for yourself. Everything you need to know about owning them is easy to find. A medium wrencher can do their own chain guide jobs in the vanos v8s. With that, my e34 540i 6 is the best most rock solid car I've ever had.
This video really helped me buy my e39 540i today so excited for it. thank you so much!!
Thanks for your video. I have a 2008 528i with just 57k miles on it. Recently, as preventive maintenance I got replace the Water Pump (Pierburg) and the Thermostat (Behr-Hella) and I love it! N52 probably is not the most MPG-friendly but definitely won't suffer carbon build up because they are NOT direct injection. I'd rather spend some more in gas at the pump and not more and the shop for carbon build up. Just to share my experience, recently my cooling fan failed Orange message on iDrive - Engine Hot followed by Red Message - Turn off engine. I got replace my cooling fan (300USD for the part plus + 150USD labor) and problem solved!
Perfect engine, smooth driving, full confort.
Keep up the good work man and thanks for your videos!
I have a 2003 BMW 530i e60. 350,000km. Runs solid, very reliable. Just general maintenance and it’s perfect 👌
e60? This car itself costs less than its repair bill.
Update: 450,000km. Still going strong. Regular oil change. No issues. Any BMW with a M54b30 engine. Best car.
@@cyvox7433 dang gj
@Maanav Khurana I’ve got 455,000km. Still going well.
@@cyvox7433 you think it’d be worth it to pick up a 2003 530i with the m sport package? it has 66k miles and selling for 12k
Thank you for your recommendations now I know what to go for. E60 528
good car
Yes Sir, no doubt.... my e39 540i manual 2000 is the top since the M5 is way too strong, runs like a baby and never let me down for nearly 20 years!!!
Is it still good with like 150k? Is it still gonna run good and if the car has that miles should i buy one or nah
I have an E39 525i MotorSport 2002...I love it...it has no sunroof or rear curtain...these two items seem to be some of the things that start to break after 10-15 years...mine is super reliable and around the city still gets 25-29 MPG and on the open road can get 35-39 MPG...not at all bad for a 15 year old car...
I have a 2001 BMW 530i.. it was the luxury of 2001.. for almost a 20 year old car it runs amazing and handles beautifully
I have a 2001 530i it drove great and it’s my absolute favorite car. All of a sudden one day it wouldn’t start. I can’t figure out what it is.
Love your channel, would you say that the 2012 to 2017 528 has many issues or an average amount of issues. Seems to be a very common engine for bmw and parts seem reasonable at rockauto. Other than a plastic water pump and leaky valve cover gasket and oil filter housing are there issues with the vanos or internal parts of the engines. Is the automatic transmission ok? Is the car hard to work on for a DIY. Greatly appreciate your information. Best regards.
Good information
Thanks
You are very welcome.
I had a new 520 ise flat 6 in 1996. I didn't change it until 2016 when it needed new fuel lines. It was ultra reliable to the extent I expected it to fail at any time and it wouldn't. Never let me down over 270,000 miles
Glad to see mine is on this list. Love that car.
Great info didn't think a reliable E60 existing but there you go
The e39 540i is currently my dream car
They are a great bang for the buck Msport and manual = awesome.
I bought one around a month ago absolutely amazing car.
Its a great car, but unfortunately the electronics are ageing and can become a royal pain in the ass. I wouldn't suggest one unless you have a 2nd car of some sort.
Watch out for small oil leaks otherwise great car ..goes warp speed ahead ..the traktion control saved me from sliding away from a roundabout once..went toooo fast in the wet!
I love driving this car still after almost 2yrs. The only downside of this car is that it inspires M5 envy.
Do you have something like this nut newer 5 series? I'm looking to get a 2016 535i but I'm not familiar with them
THIS Was Helpful, THANK YOU, I May buy a 2010 BMW 528 i BUT After hearing this Video I'm NOT As Scared Anymore..
I have a 2003 BMW 530i with 203,000 that I've owned since it had 100,000. Normally do preventive maintenance and it shows on the car it drives like a champ. This is the most reliable car I have own and the best looking 5 series in my opinion.
Fonzi V same here mate. I have a 2003 BMW 530i e60. 350,000km. Still going strong. General maintenance but other than that. Perfect 👌
E39 are bulletproof if you do some preventive maintenance. Do a cooling system overhaul once it hits 100k and you'll have the car for many years. I have a 03 540 m sport, previous owner did cooling overhaul and timing chain guides before I purchased it at 105k. Had it for 5 years now and nothing gone wrong so far (except window regulators lol, which is a diy). Over 200k. Hard to let go of it cause it just never dies and still looks good and fun to drive.
If you keep it maintained its not a bad daily except for gas, see my 540i acceleration vid it is fun to drive and still looks good.
Goddamn e39 window regulators, I know it lol
@@jamesbond007246aweso 3 out of 4 are dead on mine. Even the sunroof goes whack from time to time. Maintenance. It's all about proper maintenance. It's really the only reason these things devalue so fast and owners just want to get rid of them. They aren't willing to properly maintain them.
how much does it cost for a cooling system overhaul?
Any info on the m30's? I have a '90 535i with a m30b35. It has issues here and there but she seems like a rock solid motor
Great video! I'm still trying to find info on why any AWD Xi models should be avoided or not?
fragile AND expensive to fix! NOT like the rear wheel drive cars..
I just wanted to see if anybody had any experience with that the plug is I have the whole wiring kit from the other with a bigger amp in the nokio subwoofer that mounts to the back deck is there an adapter
that plugs into the other harness
What about 523i e60 with n52 engine? I am planing to buy one...
Excellent video! What do you think of the 2012 BMW 528I XDRIVE? I found one for sale for $9,500.
What about a 525i e39 with 100k miles for about 4K (but could have the price dropped to 3k) would it be a steel or get something else as a first car?
I have a 1990 525i has head gasket leak it hydrolocked and was able to in lock and replace the gaskets without damaging it great motor
99' E39 528i with the m52tu seems to be a relatively reliable engine after vanos seals, guide rails, and regular maintenance
What would you recommend me buying fr my daughter as her first car: a 2008 525XI or 535I or 528I? The problem I am having is the HP. The 528XI is 230HP and the others are 300HP.
Must admit my e36 318i and 2003 540i were fun and only the PCV went ..but no big deal really they were great cars those and any e36 e46 325i ..the traction control in my former 540i took over wierd! And saved me from spinning out of a wet roundabout..very amazed!
They are relatively teliable
Thx for the video but you gave me a heart attack when you said the F10... lolz great job.
Thanks for watching.
I'm very happy with my e39 97 520i. Solved some issues when i bought it, including the cooling system. Starts everyday, no issue. Ive had friends with different cars along with japanese and had way more problems.
I have a 1997 E39 528i. Great car. Fun to drive. Very reliable.
What about 2005 e60 530i my 146.000 regular maintain ?any issues? Thank 👍
What about the 2008 550i I was thinking about buying one.
Is 2020 530i xdrive a reliable option for buy?
Do you have any videos on a 2016 BMW 535 xDrive. Is it reliable or not
I have a 2015 535i I’ve always wondered about the opinion on this car.
I have an E39 520I 2.2 170 hp very relible but i have to change the gaskets since it loses the coolant, is that expensive?
Thank you sir
You are welcome.
I’m new to the BMW world I’ve always have Mercedes. I actually just purchased a used one from a friend of mine very great maintenance record. It’s a 2007 530 xi with sux speed manual transmission. What are your thoughts on those if you guys don’t mind me asking
Hi! I love the show and I watch it with great enthusiasm every time a new episode comes out. However, I would like to make a small correction regarding to what you said about the M50B25 engine. It is a 24V DOHC (even though it does not have VANOS on it). The SOHC is a 12V and is the M20B25. Even if you get mad at me for this comment, I still look forward to your next episode. :)
It's all good, that is 1 car guy talking to another car car, Thanks for watching.
@@ECPP , I have a question I want to buy a e90 like a 06 to 08 328 or 330 even a e60 . My question is can I buy one with between 130 to 160k on it already of course making sure it was well taken care of .
What are your thoughts on a 2002 530i ?
What do you think of the ‘06 530i? Love your videos by the way.
Cooperation with China, just skip that car. The only BMW I would buy 6 inline 3000ccm are the ones with M52 engine and maybe M54, everything else is a garbage.
I love my 2000 E39 528i Msport, it’s comfortable, handles very well, it’s almost perfectly balanced. It’s not the fastest car I own but it is the perfect daily driver, a great combination of fuel economy, enough power to do what you need on the highway or around town, it’s been very reliable and has that classic BMW look, it’s a keeper and I will be very sad when our time together comes to an end.
Cheers! I had to get rid of my 04 530i. Ultimate trash with ultimate problems. I should of bought an 02 e39 m5 when I had a chance back then..lol
My first 540i was a dream with no problems. My 540i now is a nightmare. I’d say 540is are a hit or miss now a days just make sure you don’t buy a lemon 540i cause they’re out there... also the e34 535i and e34 525i are both the most reliable 5 series in my opinion.
I’m in the market looking for either a 2016 328 or a 2017 330 any word on this models reliability?
I just bought a 1989 e34 535i manual with 170k miles - a true drivers car and the most beautiful and solid I’ve ever owned..
Very nice!
What about E60 (2005) with M54 engine? How reliable is it?
I have a BMW 5 series 2002 530i. I pulled a Upgraded sound system with the out of a 2003 540i. I wanted to see what it took what it takes to install it in the 2002 530i
I've got exactly the same model and year with the M package and 5 speed manual. Rated by Consumer Reports as the best sedan they ever tested, and that 3.0 straight six topped the Wards engine list that year and the next. My third BMW and my favorite.
@@multimartinmusic10 Great, what's the best mixed MPG you've gotten from it and after solving engine cooling problems is it much reliable?
I purchased a used 2010 e60 for my wife about 2 years ago after looking, pricing and researching the newer F10. I was impressed by the F10's power but after owning other turbo cars went for the more reliable but slower e60 N52. It is the last of a generation of I6 normally aspirated cars. It has been perfect. I sometimes miss the punch of the turbo but the reliably is unbeatable. Even being almost 10 years old it has style, performance and an unbeatable ride.
You touched on a great point, almost everything is turbo now so that NA powerband may be missed and same goes for the manual transmission as well.
You are a bmw fanatic! And i love that!!!
Cheers
He loves BMW'S
Thank u
What about M52B28 engine? I have 23 years old 728iA and it’s my favorite car.
What about E60 530d,considering to buy one in near future
I have a 2007 Bmw 525i are there mechanics who will install new headlight lens
i want ask e60 523i 2.5L engine , it reliable to use or not ? i just buy 2 days ago.. if not , i want to resell and can all of you suggest top 3 reliable e60?
Edit : 2008 e60 523i black top cover engine
The e39 540i is like a perfect mix of a sporty muscle car, a luxury car, and a practical 4 door sedan.
Im debating between e39 525i and a e60 525i (2.5l) both auto. Any advice?
What about a 2002 BMW 530i with a I6 and a manual transmission? Is it reliable?
Hello. What can you tell us about the most reliable 7 series please?
What's the E39 520i like? I know the U.S. didn't get that model so if any fellow Europeans could answer your help would be greatly appreciated.
What of the e39 523i
Hi, I really like your videos. I don't understand English very well but I put subtitles and do the translation. I am thinking of buying an e60 2006 330xi with manual gearbox. What can you tell me about this car? will it be reliable?
Thank you very much
The wife wants a 2017 540 i xdrive am I alright for reliability or should I look for something else? I know nothing about BMW's. Thank you sir!!!
Hope not to steer you wrong but the current single turbo 6 cylinder B58 engine has been better than most other engines as of late.
The e39 530d with the M57 motor is the most reliable BMW period. with the car and the engine winning the best Car in the world and the best motor design respectively a feat that BMW didn’t managed to repeat, the M57 also saved Range Rover and was used extensively under BMW ownership, but must be rear in the USA ;-)
Thanks for your feedback and watching. Cheers.
I'm agree with you because I own a 2002 530d 193Hp. The M57 engine is a beast, mine has 319.000 Kms, It runs strong, no leaks, no drinking oil at all, even It has original turbo, water pump and thermostast from factory yet!
Re the E34 525iX. The M50 engine had DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder and Vanos. Not a single cam as stated. The M20 predecessor had a single cam and no Vanos.
Any reason why you went with the e39 525i specifically, and not the 528 or 530i? Thanks.
I have a 1998 528i single vanos. I was under the impression I hit the sweet spot with the most reliable year when it comes to E39s
Would year would you recommend for 535i ?
What about the E39 530i? I suspect it would be as reliable as the E39 525i
Got a 1988 E34 520i that might turn into a 535i now that the chassie is gone over and rustfri, think I'll get a E39 5- 23/25/28 as a wintercar, want a manuel but more automatics for sale. What years and engines is it that has those less reliable GM gearboxes? Want to stay away from those
BMW V8 engines got better from 2014 and later. Oil leaks were addressed, which was notorious on the V8s.
535d e60 is reliable as well, of course many parts will cost you more than 530d, but its definatly worth it.
Nice car, have it for three years now
540i was crap. Owned it for half year, but maybe I was unluckey with it. That day when I sold it, was one of my happiest days:D
E 39 530i m sport over here and I’m in love
year?
@@locster-zb7xq '02
Keeping to my E34s :)
My man.... you know what's up. Have you have other bmw before getting an e34?? I have had other ones, and the second I got my e34, I fell in love sporty enough to have plenty of fun, reliable. And it really is built like a tank. Not to mention plenty of room for friends and road trips. I got heated seats. Manual trans, limited slip diff. I cant ask for a better car honestly. #34FORLIFE
Which is the overall best in reliability among them.
Years ago I saw a 1997 E39 540i 6 speed, I wanted that car SOO bad but I was stuck financing my Mazda Protege 5 then. I regret not getting it.
I also was discouraged from getting it because it's a BMW lol.
Mark,
What do you think about buying a 2013 BMW 528ix 4cyl, turbo, with approx. 70K miles on it, if it checks out at the PPI ? Thanks.
Those are solid cars if left stock and not modified.
Mark,
But I guess I should still be wary, because as you mentioned in various videos, beware, of turbos, fancy transmissions, traction control and complicated electronics in the later models that can fail. Correct ? Thanks.
I have 2012 bmw 535x driive any known issues
Good video my FriendMy biggest dream ever is to own a mint E39 528i and even the E39 540i as Ive heard from numerous owners that they are the best. Your Video is once again top-notch. I just love your previews!!!!!!! Now due to previous personal set-backs we have very limited cash flow which resulted in us driving the cheapest vehicle currently (Hyundai Getz 1.3 European spec). I know this is no Dr Phil show where we talk about our personal s%itt but anyway. I want to own anyone of the these models (E38 740, E39 528i or even E39 540i) (Manual or even Auto) WE NEVER GIVE UP ON ANY DREAM..........................
Absolutely, you gotta keep the dream alive, we all should all have those. I know I do. Keep working at it, and it will come.
Would the 2011 f10 528i be A good first car? I really really want one, but reliability is A really big factor for me...
Kelijah Cannon did you end up getting one???
2003 530i 5 speed manual w/M sport suspension is the most reliable BMW ! 3 liter in line 6 . so powerful and smooth !
Hi friend! What do You think about F10 2011 550?
Great fun and I personally love the F10 body style
So I need some advice from everyone. Soooo would a 2008 bmw 528i be reliable? Would it be better compared to a 525 or 535 or 550 from 2007-2010?
This is the exact question I need answered. Any update?
love how you have a teleprompter to tell you what to say lol
Thanks for watching.
What about 530d/535d e61?
What about the 2006 530 xi ? Well maintained owed by a bmw mechanic 255000 k on the odometer automatic
High miles but if the maintenance has been done it could be ok like cooling system items, valve cover and oil pan gaskets as well as oil filter housing, etc
E39 m54b30 manual is my sweet spot
I have a 740i. E38 1998. Nice and a good car
525i 98-2000 ? With miles around 100K I want to daily it but I’m unsure if I want to buy it due to the unknowing issues that I would have to pay someone to fix it thanks .
Made a mistake m50 is a double overhead camshaft 24v
Hi Sir, Would the 523i (2010) comparable to the 528i (2010)? Many Thanks!
I just got a 2010 528i 😁
If possible sell it and walk away, those engines are not M52 like old ones. Trash Made in China, India, Egypt technology. BMW made cars until 2004 , afterward it is just trash
E39 525D is very reliable as well. I have 2003 version and it running great.
2003 BMW 5 Series 530i 4dr w/auto Sedan 195,000+ mi Built in Germany ? Any good ?
Sure...one of the better bets for sure but like any of them, make sure there is maintenance history.
I love the video!
I am 43 years old I loved my e28 and my e30. Now I can't find any. I have moved on to a 2000 e39 528iA. It's PERFECT for my 6'3" 220 pound body. It still feels comfortable like my e28 was! I love the car...the world just makes more sense when I am behind the wheel of my BMW.
For sure, when its right, its right. These are great cars and should not be ignored. There are less and less enthusiasts these days and more people that see a car like an Iphone or blender and therefore they buy a Prius just to get it done. Cheers.
What about the 530d e60?
Wot about 2008 520 d se
Is there a review like this on the 7-Series as well ??
Not yet
What about the n62 v8 I have 2008 550i
Great stuff.
E 60 523i its not in the list, why ?
528i E39