1990 BMW 5 Series Review
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by the Edmunds Experts
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BMW Motorsports unleashes 5-Series M-car. Serious inquiries only; this car has a bone-jarring suspension and more performance than most drivers can handle.
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1 listings
- Not Priced
- 276,162 miles
- No accidents, 3 owners, personal use only
- 16 City / 23 Hwy MPG, Manual
- Salvage Reseller (1,664 mi away)
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Located in Coconut Creek, FL
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AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
18 Combined MPG (16 City/23 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: WBAHC231XLGB21382
Stock: 63957675
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota
$236/mo for 5 Series 535i
5 Series 535i
vs
$163/mo
Avg. Midsize Car
BMW 5 Series Owner Reviews
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A fun car that never goes out of style
4.88 out of 5 starsseabow2, 12/21/2007
1990 BMW 5 Series 535i 4dr Sedan
Purchased my Bimmer a year ago from the 2nd owner with 130k miles on it. On a scale of 1-10 it was an 8.5 due to the previous owner not driving it very often. I mention this becuase I want to give this vehicle a fair rating. The 535i is supposed to a well built vehicle and I believe it be. I had to replace quite a few small items to make this car fully functional. Once that was … completed, this 17 year old car was like new! The handling is exceptional and the responsiveness is great. It is a pleasure to drive on a daily basis. I would buy an older 535 any day of the week over a lot of newer cars. I'm glad to see BMW started making them again because they are truly wonderful.
First car!
4.5 out of 5 starsbdelaney, 06/03/2009
1990 BMW 5 Series 525i 4dr Sedan
Well I bought my 525i about 3 month ago it is my first car. The car broke down on me about 2 weeks ago and I just barely got another job so I can fix it. I love this car, greatest car I've ever drove. The crank position sensor went but she's got a lot of miles. I put some upgrades into her (Aftermarket clutch, Cold air intake and straight pipes). This car is so fast with the upgrades, … but the engine does need to be rebuilt.
Sum greater than its parts
4.5 out of 5 starsJames, 08/02/2008
1990 BMW 5 Series 525i 4dr Sedan
I've owned this car for nearly a year now and I'm very pleased with it. Overall it's a solid automobile. A car this old does have its kinks and quirks but it has always, always been reliable. The feeling I get when I get behind the wheel and fire it up is irreplaceable. This is my second Bimmer and I don't think I could own anything else at this point. Buyer beware!
I love My 535
4.13 out of 5 starsMike, 05/25/2009
1990 BMW 5 Series 535i 4dr Sedan
I bought this car three years ago with 143K miles and I have 205K on it now. I have replaced the driveshaft twice and the heater core. I recently did the exhaust, which was expensive - $1300 for the cat back. I am handy with cars and do most of my own work. This car has not one rattle and very minor rust after 19 years! What a fantastic car!
1990 5 Series Highlights
535i
Engine Type | Gas |
---|---|
Combined MPG | 16 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $236/month |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 16.2 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Safety
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original0
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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