BMW 5 Series (2004 - 2010) Reviews, Pricing & Specs

Out of 60 vehicles over the course of 45 years this was the most incredible one. No modifications, all stock, naturally aspirated 4.8 liter V8 with stunning performance and handling, a real sleeper sport sedan. I surprised a lot of people out on the open road. In my last days of ownership I put it on the track for a day of high performance driving instruction. Even the instructor was surprised at its performance and got a big kick out of instructing me to pass a C8 on 2 occasions and even a Viper ACR. It wasn’t that they couldn’t have run away from me, however they had less experience. Less of a car could not have done it and it did it at speeds in excess of 135 mph. When we pitted on one occasion, however, the BMW was billowing smoke which I knew was only an oil leak but one of the other instructors nearly called down the fire team. This is the cars design flaw that was fatal to my ownership. Oil leaks that are overwhelming and extremely expensive to repair. If you’re looking to buy one, you also better be looking for oil leaks I’m sad to say.Mar 26, 2023

Like riding on rails and training wheels, I love that. Acceleration is nimble, cornering stability is excellent. Climate control could be better especially as the weather warms. I would like to bring outside air at any temperature without having to open windows. Replaced the ac compressor at 98k miles which was still under warranty so I only dished out 50 bucks. Replaced all air hoses at 130k parts 75 bucks. 6 hours labor, no sweat. Easiest car ever to work on. I'm out of warranty obviously so I do all my maintenance. Replaced all front lights from time to time a little tedious but easy. Added first replacement new battery from Walmart 118 bucks December 2012, no problems whatsoever. When working on the brakes it is cheaper to put new rotors and pads from Bosh. Did all 4, cost 155 bucks. At 130k miles. It runs like new. I do all my oil changes now and general service. It's almost fun to do..Mar 29, 2014

though it has only a 2 liter diesel motor it performs very well, 165 horsepowers and yet very great milage. accelerates almost like a v8 and breaks are very powerful. it is a very beautiful car inside and out and a perfect build i think, it is perfectly sound insulated, almost no road sound and music sounds great in it. it has needed repairs and parts are not cheap. a very comfortable car and great to driveFeb 12, 2012

I drive a LOT 1000 miles a week. And I finally feel safe and comfortable when I'm travelling. It handles great. It is very quick but not at jumping off the line from a dead stop. The trade off is I get GREAT gas mileage. The car is wonderfully engineered. And it is beautifully detailed inside and out. If you get one, get a cargo organizer for the trunk and get some storage for the interior if you carry a lot of things. I do get a little bit of aggression on the road. I don't drive aggressively but people get aggressive with me in the BMW. Interesting and true. I drove a 2011 528i for 2 weeks while my DVD was being swapped out. I do NOT like it as well as the 2008. I do like the Nav better but it's bigger, harder to see around it, feels wrong, the Cruise controls arene't like the 08- I don't like them. The 2008 is still sports-like. the 2011 is more luxury feeling. I prefer the smaller feel and sports handling of the 08. The Continental tires are not the run-flats and I am still putting miles on this original set at 89000 miles on the odometer. The run-flats are expensive and my friends have had to replace theirs at 30K miles. The MPG is higher with the Continentals too. I love this car. Jan 29, 2012

My 550 came equipped with M5 Rims and rubber. Found the car slighly rough on the bumps and roads but more than made up for it with precise handling and amazing performance. I have owned and driven Cadilac, Jaguar, Pontiac GTP, Camaro and others. Nothing, absolutely nothing, compares to the performance and fit and finish of the BMW. Would reccommed it to anyone. Great car.Jan 20, 2010

Firstly, the correct car was not present in the search on this thing - the actual car is the BMW 520d SE 2008. This is the ultimate driving machine. A 2.0Tdi going 0-60 in 8 seconds is unbelievable, and this is down to BMW. They are German, they have years of experience and they do build technically great cars. Handling is sharp for such a big car and the breaks are superb! Needless to say the build quality from BMW is excellent, no problems to report! The interior of the car is very nice, but nothing really special, little features like the steering wheel moving up and down as you get in and out are pretty cool! The exterior is not to everyone's taste, personally i like it, and i am very glad it doesn't have the standard wheels on it, they are horrible! Excellent mpg for such a big car, if it is driven sensibly you can get 48-55mpg! The car is awesome to drive, even if it is on the large side, and the looks of jealousy and hate you get are quite cool lol! I would deffinately recommend to a friendFeb 28, 2009