1985 BMW 5 Series 535i review from North America
"A classic look sets it apart from a cookie cutter world"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Work in 2007.
Clutch (Resurface Flywheel) 495.00
Rear Brakes (Resurface Rotor) 58.00
Front Seal 23.00
Main Seal 36.00
Spark Plugs 32.00
Shift Linkage Bushing 25.00
(3) Drive Belts 54.00
Oil and Filter Change 48.00.
Bushings were replaced last year under body and engine.
General comments?
I have owned Volvo, M-B, VW... love to park and compare to other cars and prove how solid this car is at 250+K.
Still handles as well as any car on the road today with solid door, boot and hood closes.
Seat are comfortable and offer good support.
The motor is a joy to run out past 4 grand and still goes to red-line with pride and pleasure.
I never push the car in first gear, but rather ride it through 2 to 4 to hear the awesome in-line six sound.
This motor loves to pull, and still makes me smile everyday...
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1985 |
| Year of manufacture | 1985 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.5L Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 195000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 251000 miles |
| Previous car | Mercedes-Benz E-Class |
| Date of Entry | 17th April, 2007 |