andy545

I would go for a 530i. The torque suits the car....Too bad the new I6 engines with
valvetronic technology are not on the 5 series yet ( 3.0 258hp - ).

HUD : Don't think the BMW folks at R & D would be happy calling the HUD a toy !!

Once you get used to it - it becames a tool, keeping an eye on speed and nav directions...no doubt it adds to safety in some 'human factors' way...plus it's
cool

regarding the engine again: there is no substitute for bigger engine capacity !!
if it is a balance between that and a HUD - no doubt I would leave the HUD
and go for the 3.0 litre engine...

alohalc

i'd definitely go with the 530. have you thought about leather seats and xenon instead of prem package?

amigo525

I own a 525i and i love the confort.

I heard the 525i is the most confort and quiet among all the 5 series. Less powerful yes and without sport has infirior handling among all but overal it is very confortable and quiet

kigerka

The HUD is hardly a toy. It helps keep my eyes on the road. IF there are any messages they come up too. The 530 looks better. Wheels are better and larger. Go with the 530.

Evenflow545

Buy a used 545 on E-Bay for 50-55 grand. Only slightly more cash than that 530 you're looking at, but substantially more car.

saurabh

530

Evenflow545

Or, alternatively, how about a gently used M5?

Just a thought.

GP550iSport

Definetely the 530, add the Xenons.

Evenflow545

OK, OK, get the 530!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

But get the sport package, Xenons and 6-speed.

Iceman

530, and I agree with Kigerka on the HUD!