The car really hasn't had many problems. I did have to get a new fuel pump a year ago.
The paint is starting to wear off bad, but what do you expect I live in Florida.
It has the original engine and transmission.
The emergency break did quit a year ago. It won't go up anymore.
It does have over 400,000 miles, no lie!
In fact, the speedometer stopped at over 400,000.
It is the best car I have ever owned. I bought it brand new and I do not regret buying it. In 1984, it cost about 24-26 thousand I believe, but it was worth every penny!
It handles great! It hugs the turns sharply and I don't have to push n the brakes much when I'm turning.
The only con is that it costs too much to service at the dealership.
I'm am very impressed to read this comment on this person's 1984 528e. I am amazed that the owner has owned it since new, while putting on over 400,000 miles. Truly amazing! Not to mention the automatic transmission is still original. That's unheard of.
I own an `84 533i (production: 12/83). I have written a review on it too. My mechanic's previous 533i had over 400,000 miles on it before selling it. He claimed it still had the original engine, transmission (manual), and clutch.
Durability and reliability are first-rate on the BMW E28 5-series, 1982-1988. This includes the following US models: 528e, 533i, 524td, 535i, 535is, and M5 (though the M5 has a racing engine - it's engine life is shorter).
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