I am looking at buying a 98+ BMW 5 series, (probably 528i w/ sport package) wanted to know how reliable this model car is. And things to look for when inspecting the car?

 

my bmw's have been the most reliable ive owned besides my honda's, definitely not the cheapest to repair when things go bad, every car eventually needs repairing. like any car, usual leaks and so forth. one thing i always check thoroughly, is the electrical.

if your mechanically inclined, you should be okay!. just be prepared to pay a little more on some parts.

 

ITs a car, just like every other car it needs regular tear and wear parts. Parts for me are equivalent to a honda. Because I drive a 4cylinder. But for m-series parts are way more expensive.

 

yeah im mechanically inclined i was just wondering about them because i have never really fooled around with them. Thanks for the replys

 

would you say its worth looking at a 1998 M3 w/ 133k for $5900? says it has new brakes all around, new tires and new spark plugs. and says it runs great of course.

 

Definitely something to look at, a lot easier to get parts for also! i find parts all day long for them. i also have an m3 for sale.

 

really? whats some details on it and your asking price?

 

528 is going to have an m50/52 in it

there is a known issue with the radiators being piles of crap, keep your eye on it look for breaks in the plastic top.

e36 m3s are very reliable i know many that are flogged on a daily basis and the only thing they destroy is tries.

 

cool, thats good info cause im looking at a m3 now, thanks man!

 

that m3 for 5k u should jump on it. sounds like a good deal