Overview & Reviews
The 5 Series cars carry over from last year with small changes and no price increase.
- Sport sedan and wagon in a luxury-car package.
- Cheap plastic buttons for the power door lock switches are out of place in a car of this caliber, manual transmission in 540i difficult to modulate smoothly.
User Reviews:
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MPG - 2000 BMW 5-Series
By Jan - April 30 - 6:39 pmAwful cup holders with AC blowing on them. Mine has 94,000 and just performs more gracefully with age. Recommend you absolutely find a local garage that you trust and you will save at least half of dealer repairs. My MPG indicates 5.9 miles per gallon (not, not on liter scale). But I seem to be getting about 16 MPG, which is not great. For first time this week, I used 89 instead of 91 at the pump and car is running beautifully.
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Fun but expensive - 2000 BMW 5-Series
By ServicePatrol - March 23 - 5:05 pmOwned the 528 with M sport package, The sport package is a must if you really wanted to experience true BMW performance. Definitely consider snow tires if you live in wintery climate. This car is great HOWEVER I hope you make good money because you will need it... an oil change alone is $135.00. All I can say is it doesnt get serviced that often but when it does be prepared to shell out the cash. You are better off to have your "out of warranty" Beemer service at a reputable european car service center. back to performance it is 2nd to none.
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I love it - 2000 BMW 5-Series
By Bix - February 20 - 9:37 pmThe title says it all, truth is this is the overall very best car Ive ever owned. After over 30K miles I still smile every time I drive the car. And because its a touring model I can haul real things. The only complaint I actually have is stupid and dangerous cupholders. Oddly the only cup which works is "Mini" mug.
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2000 540i sport - 2000 BMW 5-Series
By i006129 - December 30 - 8:22 pmAfter five years of driving, the 540 with the sport package is the most fun car I have ever driven. The six speed manual is a necessity. That said, this is also the most delicate car I have ever driven. Lots of issues with sensors, water pump and radiator replacement etc. The radio is also less than stellar. Not even worth calling a stereo. I spend on average $1500-2000/year on maintenance and repairs. Part of this cost is getting the wheels repaired after hitting speed bumps too fast (sport package comes w/low profile tires and alloy wheels). I dont know if this is typical, but Id suggest budgeting for higher than average repair costs. All that said, im still addicted to the drive.
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Fun but costly - 2000 BMW 5-Series
By shmeezil - December 19 - 3:53 pmMost fun car to drive Ive ever owned when its running. In 9 months of ownership have spent over 2K on repairs. Best advice is to find a competent independent mechanic who specializes in Bimmers. Going to the dealership for repairs or routine maintenance is a very costly and time-consuming adventure. From a drivers perspective the car is awesome. Enough power off the line and especially when passing on the freeway over 60. The steering makes you feel like youre connected to the pavement. If you can afford the repairs and downtime, this is a fun car to drive.
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Beautiful car. - 2000 BMW 5-Series
By Scottyknows50 - August 21 - 10:01 amWe bought this car used with 72000 miles on it. Before our first month was up we had to replace the $400 water pump. Other than that we have taken it on some long trips and couldnt be more pleased. This car drives as smoothly at 110 mph as it does at 65 mph. Bridgestone tires are working well for us. My fiancee is the main driver, and when I get to drive it its usually with her and our son so I dont get to push it like I want to. It is a joy when I do get it out by myself. Acceleration is great for a 2.8 and it corners very well right now, and I will probably get sticker tires for next time. Very enjoyable car to drive.
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A foreign muscle car - 2000 BMW 5-Series
By luv it - April 4 - 11:39 pmIt took a while to find, but my persistence yielded me a used 540i with aftermarket intake and exhaust upgrades. Stock HP is already 282, and with the upgrades mine is around 310. The 5 series is one of the best combinations of sport and luxury youll ever find. Dont hesitate to get one!
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What a car should be - 2000 BMW 5-Series
By grovesd - November 26 - 1:56 pmI have owned my BMW 528i since June, 2000. It has 85,000 miles and I have had only one significant repair - an electronic component affecting the transmissions performance. Other than that, this car has been a dream to own and drive. It has loads of safety features and drives like a car should drive. Its a solid, responsive, road- hugging blast. The inline 6 is throaty and powerful although you wont be pinned to your seat like the V8 540i. Two gripes for me - the bucket seats are not comfortable in long drives and the environmental controls require too much button mashing. What the heck is wrong with a knob? Still very happy and Ill own this car for at least another 50,000 miles.
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Pleasure and pain - 2000 BMW 5-Series
By cobra27 - October 30 - 6:19 pmI bought the car w/38k miles. In the 22k Ive put on it, its given me lots of smiles, and also had me cursing at it. Its a great performer and handler, but Ive replaced a mass air sensor, camshaft sensor, CD changer and more. Im not sure if I would get another one.
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Good Car - 2000 BMW 5-Series
By hmcdade - October 2 - 12:11 pmLike owning the 2000 BMW 528i. Performance is perfect with soft braking. Maintenance is higher than other cars (to be expected), but if you stay away from dealer and find other BMW specialty mechanic shops, your wallet will be happier.
