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Bought last June, it is a CPO '01 525/5speed, sport, DSP, xenons, with only 3,500 miles.
Loving my commute in LA,
Spyderred,
So there, I now enjoy a new 330d, delivered a month ago, and it already has 5k miles on the odo... Always black, black and more black (except for the aluminium-like trim on the dashboard), this time with no sport suspension (the stock one is already efficient enough, and more so in detent than the previous one which had the sport package, plus it's more comfortable and compatible with the state of pavement hereabouts), but with the nav system (DVD based), in-dash CD player and no changer, automatic headlights and wipers (both are efficient), auto dimming rear view mirror, new alloy wheels with 225/45R17 instead of 205/50R17 previously and ESP. Brake assist is standard, which is good, but it's really sensitive. Plus, xenon headlights now also include high beams and the price of the option has dropped by $100!
No change in the drivetrain, anyway it didn't need any, so there is still that marvel of an engine mated to a 5-speed manual. Some people wish for a 6th gear but I don't. Fuel economy has dropped a little (avg 32.5mpg instead of 38 previously) but the engine is still new, and I didn't get any better at the beginning with the old one either. Still no leather, power seats or sunroof, options which I personally think are useless, but that's just me Also I enjoy the fact that steering has a little more heft now.
Just picked up in September a Titanium Silver 530i w/black leather interior, premium and sport packages, navigation system, xenon, steptronic, and some other goodies. Excellent condition, near to flawless, with 15K. This is my 3rd BMW, I previously owned a 89 325i, and a 00 323i was the most recent one, but when I test drove the 530i, it was a done deal, I just knew I had to have it. Awesome car, has power, handling, size and great looks, all in one. Once you drive the ultimate machine there is no turning back. Look forward to chatting with you all, soon.
(Titanium Silver, Steptronic, Premium Package, new Continental tires)
I've had my 530Ia for a week now. What a wonderfull car. Can't say enough about it. Thanks BMW...
530I
Black/Black Leather
Sports
Prem. Package
Prem. Sound/DSP
Cold Package
Xeon lights
Love it...email with questions.
Shopping for a great car and came across the following:
CPO 2001 525iA
Titanium silver w/ black interior
steptronic auto transmission
sport pkg (suspension, seats & 17" rims)
AM/FM/CD audio system
automatic climate control
garage door opener
headlight washers
heated front seats
leather seats
power moonroof
power passenger seat
power rear window sunshade
wood dash
low mileage - 18,500.
multiple warranties: 1.) full maintenance (expires 10/24/2004 or 36K miles) 2.) new vehicle: 10/24/2005 or 50K miles) 3.) cpo extended: 10/24/2007 or 100K
price: $34,900
What do you think? Great buy or should I keep looking? Dealer says the car was originally owned by a BMW exec. When I checked the CARFAX report it doesn't show when the car entered this country, which I thought seemed odd. Car was purchased at a BMW auction. Admittedly, I'm new to BMW's - had previously owned Volvo's and MB's. Please help.
Thanks,
T.
I'm unsure about the CARFAX report, but I doubt the car was driven in Germany by a BMW exec, since that would mean it's a euro-spec car. There's little reason they would import into the US a euro-spec car to resell it here. It may have been driven by a US BMW exec (their HQ are in NJ, and they have regional and specialty offices scattered throughout the country).
How can I tell the difference between an American spec car and a German spec car that has been upgraded? Think that this 525i that I'm seriously considering is originally a German spec. car. Any thoughts?
Thanks,
T.
is your 5 series the black sapphire metallic? your color looks great in that photo from july. i recently ordered the black sapphire with black leather. i changed my mine, when i initially ordered the car, i ordered blue water metallic but then changed my mine at last minute.thanks
It's got Sport, Steptronic, Xenon,Premium and Cold Pkg.
Nice ride at a great price.
Thanks!
I have yet to have any problem with the climate control. Are you referring to usability, or reliability?
I am on a wait list for the new re-designed Series 5. I think it is a BEAUTIFUL car. BMW clearly learned from the mistakes of the 7 Series and crated this innovative piece of art. I do have to say that as a former owner of a 2001 325i and a 2000 530i I am glad that BMW is re-designing its car. Do not get me wrong those are GORGEOUS looking car but their look is beginning to show the sign of age. It is important to evolve..BMW did it! I love what the 5 series is going to be. The NEW ultimate driving machine. Thanks Stefano
Regardless, I don't understand how/why so many people are putting deposits down on a car no one (other than BMW test drivers) has driven or evaluated, or even seen in the flesh. I suppose I understand lure of owning the newest toy, but that just seems like a big gamble to me. What if it looks ugly in person? (Heck, creative photographers could make the Aztek look good.) What if iDrive is still sub-par? What if it's riddled with first-year mechanical and electronic bugs?
This is only my second German car, something of an oddity as I am half German and spent part of my teens in German school. I never liked most German cars in snow. Now I am keeping an old Volvo 850 for the snow and driving the BMW much of the rest of the time.
Your MY2000 comes with a full 4 year/50,000 mile bumper-to-bumper warranty. It also has (had?) a full free 3 year/36,000 mile maintenance period. This maintenance covers pretty much everything: brakes, wiper blades, oil changes, etc. as specified by the service scheduled or required by the on-board service diagnostic system. (If you are interested, you might be able to buy an extension to the maintenance period.)
Did you buy CPO thru a BMW dealer? I think that is the only way to go for a recent used BMW.
I've learned a ton from this forum just from lurking over the last 3 months, and I'm looking forward to learning more. Thanks to everyone for providing such informative and timely advice.
I enjoy the BMW for what it is... the ultimate driving machine. If they want to service it for free for 4 yrs and give me a loaner car in the process great. Free car washes and all of the things that BMW considers wear and tear like brakes and clutch and wiper blades are just gravy. When you cut down to it I bought my last 3 vehicle for invoice +/- $100 (Dodge Ram, VW Jetta, Chrysler Concorde) and each had a tradeoff. The ram has been in the shop, the Jetta only had a 2 year warranty and the Concorde was crap. So if I pay $20 more per month on a lease, at least enjoy what I get for it.
Finally, I went to the dealer AFTER production had stopped and requested a manual transmission. (the dealer here NEVER has manuals on the lot) So I new that if I wanted the car that I was at their mercy. They'd either give me a "break" on price and make me pay the cost of shipping from another dealer or vice versa. I knew the E39 was what I wanted so if it cost me a little more who cares. The dealer did get me every option and color that I wanted. I'm happy with it and every day I'm glad that I bought it.
In the end, I got the car that I wanted for a price better than I expected. Had I waited another week, I may have gotten a better price or I may have lost the car. But I'm lovin' my 5er and not regretting anything (except the fact that I couldn't afford a 530!).
I got the car from Erhard BMW. Very good sales experience. Good luck.
Does anyone know the details or got the rebate? How does it work?
Thanks!
There are different amounts for various new cars (e.g., $500 3 Series, $1,000 5 Series) and $500 for all CPO cars.
Unlike some reviews, I really liked the X3 interior (w/maple wood finish). And the 3.0 version drives like a dream! Can't wait to blow by someone's "sport sedan" w/my lil ol' SUV at a stop light!
Thanks in advance,
Tom
Can anyone give me advice on the differences between the 323, 325, etc? Thank you in advance.
Sharona1 :confuse: