Overview & Reviews

BMW improves its 540i by making a six-speed manual transmission available. That option includes 12-way power sport seats, a sport suspension and beefy antiroll bars. Unfortunately, all models lose their V-rated tires in favor of wimpy H-rated tires in an attempt to improve fuel economy.

User Reviews:

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  BMW Fun - 1995 BMW 5-Series
  By roger - August 23 - 5:47 pm

  The 525i has been an exceptionally reliable and fun car to own. No significant maintenance problems for a car of its age. As for performance and handling... its tough to beat on the highway.

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  Great Quality and Fun to Drive - 1995 BMW 5-Series
  By Ed - May 17 - 2:59 pm

  I bought this car after having looked at and researched many BMWs. My expenses have been minor. The previous owner had installed the optional 17" tires along with Eibach springs. This gave a great first impression (M5), but he didnt replace the OEM struts which werent able to control the shorter more aggressive springs. I replaced the struts (myself) with Bilstein Sport units and the ride control was much improved. (Albeit a little harsh on rough roads.) Ive put nearly 55,000 miles on the car since Oct 2003 and it going strong!

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  Great car, classic styling - 1995 BMW 5-Series
  By bob in houston - January 16 - 9:46 am

  I bought this car with 75k miles on it, I now have over 165,000! As youd expect, repairs are eventually required, Ive done most of the work myself: water pump, radiator, front & rear rotors, shocks/struts front and rear, steering linkage. Yes, some of these cars have an engine block that causes a somewhat rough idle (blocks were made of an aluminum with nickel, the Nikasil blocks), but the sulphur content in older blends of U.S gasoline is not an issue anymore. This car has served me well, and I STILL get compliments on it when I fillrup at the gas station.

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  More Than A Status Symbol - 1995 BMW 5-Series
  By ComfortHog - December 6 - 4:07 pm

  Purchased used and have put 138K on this car (168K total) and loving every minute of it. Sure, it has had its share of repairs - but you have got to expect some maintenance on a 10 year old vehicle.Quality is outstanding - parts are expensive but they are not that cheap stuff you find on other cars. Question is - how long before it totally breaks so that I can justify buying a new one? A BMW is not just a status symbol. It is a statement to other (cheaper) manufacturers that we will not be fooled by inferior quality. Funny thing is that my friends still buy cheap american cars every 3 years and dont understand why they still have a car payment.

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  E34 540im - 1995 BMW 5-Series
  By Level8Drummer - September 27 - 2:00 am

  Great car. Has the 6-speed transmission. Had the engine block replaced with the Nikasil recall before I bought it, so only 65k on the engine. It handles remarkably well for a car its size. Only BMW can make a sedan perform like this one does. Its a shame that the new E60s are so ugly.

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  1995 525iT - 1995 BMW 5-Series
  By feaqs - September 10 - 2:00 am

  What a car! It has room for cargo and people, great interior appointments, good gas mileage, great passing power (thanks to the variable valve timing), still looks great at 10 years old, stable at 105mph and still got 28 mpg...only complaint is theres no place to set your can of soda or cup of coffee.

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  Love the bimmer - 1995 BMW 5-Series
  By Territory49 - May 23 - 2:00 am

  Just bought my first bimmer and Id have to say it is my favourite car to drive for luxury and comfort. I owned an rx-7 and a suped up, customized 65 karmann ghia both of which had power, but the 540ia now is my prized possession. I love all that it has, except for the maintenence costs. Its a bmw what do you expect though. Anyway for a 95 it is almost as nice as the new ones and a fraction of the cost. I get excited everytime i get in the drivers seat. Definitely has power. Just ask the cars next to me at the lights when I blow their doors off. If you can find a 540ia in good shape for a good price I recommend it. I am a true BMW fan.

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  Low miles, great car. - 1995 BMW 5-Series
  By ken1 - May 18 - 2:00 am

  CA always had low sulfur, 2001 for all of US. Nikasil failures were small percent. Diagnose: Open front doors wide, start engine. Rough idle-doors bounce, compresion/leakdown test. These cars are now a GREAT buy since most failures are old news. 80 mph = 28 mpg!

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  Im a BMW ADDICT!!!! - 1995 BMW 5-Series
  By bmwbrat123 - April 11 - 2:00 am

  I absolutely love my BMWS. Yes I said plural -BMWS. Back in the 70s an ex boyfriend had an orange 68 2002. That started the whole mess. I dumped my Firebird 4000 (which was a piece of garbage)- and traded it in and bought a 73 2002 (which I still have). I know you might find this hard to believe but it drives and handles like new!!!! I also have a 95 525i sedan which I also use and love. I like the cloth interior - its cool in the summer and comfortable in winter. Everything about my cars is perfect! The only thing on the 525i is - I would give it a few more horses. The hell with those stupid cup holders!

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  The Best wagon on the market - 1995 BMW 5-Series
  By BMW Lover - February 4 - 2:00 am

  This car is great it has tons of room and is most of all safe i gave my car to my kid who is 16 now and he loves it as well he can fit all of his bag book etc in the back it is also cheap on insurance my carrier considers it a wagon so it is really cheap. I recomemded it 10 stars. A++