Buying 2008 535xi
08-01-2011, 11:07 AM
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BMW CPO warranty is not bumper to bumper in US, as it is not an extension of the 4-year original warranty. It also does not cover NAV or radio system components. Not sure about in Canada, though.
08-01-2011, 11:07 AM
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Read the description below the 124 style staggered wheels on whichever year you choose.
2008
https://5series.net/information/2008...s_Brochure.pdf
2009
https://5series.net/information/2009...s_Brochure.pdf
08-01-2011, 04:11 PM
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Nothing I love more than know-it-all responses fro people who don't know what they're talking about. :thumbsdown: BMW offered an 18" staggered factory setup on these cars, and half the XI owners on this forum are successfully running staggered. Sheesh!
08-03-2011, 12:16 AM
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Thank-you all for your responses!!
The minute I sat in the 535xi, started it up and drove off the lot for my test drive, I was sold. I just melted into the seats, felt confident in the cars abilities, the car kept up with the pressure I put on it. When I drive, I drive to win and I can see myself doing that in this car.
Just as a note, I tried very hard to get out of the BMW. I thought it would be a great idea to save a few dollars and look for alternate cars/SUV that offer AWD like. Rather than going through a list of cars I test drove. The worst of the bunch were: 2010 Acura TL-AWD and 2008 Infiniti FX35. The Acura drove like a 2003 Honda Civic. Don't get me wrong I love Honda cars, but if you pay that kind of money it better drive like its worth it. It really lacked any soul whatsoever. It was just a boring, dull ride.
(Btw... I don't think I have to explain myself to BMW enthusiasts. But I don't drive unsafe, I just drive safely in front of everyone else. Since I can't predict how anyone else will drive its just best I be in front).
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The minute I sat in the 535xi, started it up and drove off the lot for my test drive, I was sold. I just melted into the seats, felt confident in the cars abilities, the car kept up with the pressure I put on it. When I drive, I drive to win and I can see myself doing that in this car.
Just as a note, I tried very hard to get out of the BMW. I thought it would be a great idea to save a few dollars and look for alternate cars/SUV that offer AWD like. Rather than going through a list of cars I test drove. The worst of the bunch were: 2010 Acura TL-AWD and 2008 Infiniti FX35. The Acura drove like a 2003 Honda Civic. Don't get me wrong I love Honda cars, but if you pay that kind of money it better drive like its worth it. It really lacked any soul whatsoever. It was just a boring, dull ride.
(Btw... I don't think I have to explain myself to BMW enthusiasts. But I don't drive unsafe, I just drive safely in front of everyone else. Since I can't predict how anyone else will drive its just best I be in front).
) Bob
08-03-2011, 02:51 AM
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Bob,
Glad to hear that you love the 535xi. I have a 2008 and while I have had my fair share of problems related to the N54 engine (HPFP etc.), I just love getting in my car. My wife has a very nice car too and I really lament the days I drive her car. Unless things change reliability wise as I approach 100K miles (I am only at 42K right now), I will probably keep this car for a long tiime.
Glad to hear that you love the 535xi. I have a 2008 and while I have had my fair share of problems related to the N54 engine (HPFP etc.), I just love getting in my car. My wife has a very nice car too and I really lament the days I drive her car. Unless things change reliability wise as I approach 100K miles (I am only at 42K right now), I will probably keep this car for a long tiime.
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Bob,
Glad to hear that you love the 535xi. I have a 2008 and while I have had my fair share of problems related to the N54 engine (HPFP etc.), I just love getting in my car. My wife has a very nice car too and I really lament the days I drive her car. Unless things change reliability wise as I approach 100K miles (I am only at 42K right now), I will probably keep this car for a long tiime.
Glad to hear that you love the 535xi. I have a 2008 and while I have had my fair share of problems related to the N54 engine (HPFP etc.), I just love getting in my car. My wife has a very nice car too and I really lament the days I drive her car. Unless things change reliability wise as I approach 100K miles (I am only at 42K right now), I will probably keep this car for a long tiime.
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