Used 2009 BMW 5 Series 550i 4dr Sedan (4.8L 8cyl 6M) Consumer Reviews
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Not the Ultimate Driving Machine
Fred, Bartlett, IL, 02/21/2016
BMW 5 Series 550i 4dr Sedan (4.8L 8cyl 6M)
15 of 17 people found this review helpful
This is a great car for performance and driving dynamics. This is not a good car for reliability, quality and running costs. I've had countless check engine lights, failed window regulators, excessive oil consumption, failed steering pump, failed ABS sensors, premature headlight failures, transmission shuddering, EGV failure, and few electronic issues in the interior components. Many of these issues were covered under warranty. However, the amount of time spent in and out of the dealer was ridiculous. Some repairs like the transmission shudder couldn't be remedied. This is the worst car I've owned in terms of reliability. It's the worst in maintaining its value. I sold it at a loss but I'm very glad that I did.
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Too Good To Be True
DonRay, 03/26/2009
BMW 5 Series 550i 4dr Sedan (4.8L 8cyl 6M)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
Traded in my E46 M3 after 6 years. Purchased a white 550i with Sport & Cold Weather packages & lots of other goodies. The car looks fabulous; the LED side & rear lights and Angel Eye DRLs make the car unique and very attractive. The acceleration, handling and fuel economy are comparable to my old M3 but without the "nervousness". I've never purchased a car that gave me the satisfaction of ownership that I receive from my 550i. The whole automobile is a work of art, from the anthracite tailpipes to the black front air intake; a study in black and white. The Sport Package makes the current 550i better and more modern looking than the 2010 version.
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BMW 550i review
DH, 09/25/2009
BMW 5 Series 550i 4dr Sedan (4.8L 8cyl 6M)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
this is our 3rd bmw previously owned an 07 convertible & 07 7series. there is alot to luv and enjoy about this car. comfort, ride, luxury all in one package. standouts are the sports mode/pkg/kit & signature silver color. hd radio stands out immediately more car companies should offer it.
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V. Snowden Armstrong, Cincinnati, OH, 03/28/2020
updated 10/06/2021
BMW 5 Series 550i 4dr Sedan (4.8L 8cyl 6M)
1 of 5 people found this review helpful
It is as good as it gets. I like it.