e60 reliability compared to e39
01-02-2010, 10:11 PM
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Originally Posted by EBMCS03' post='1083284' date='Jan 2 2010, 09:21 PM
one of the best? So E60 is the best.
01-02-2010, 10:17 PM
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Originally Posted by Aviator' post='1083345' date='Jan 3 2010, 01:11 AM
No. The E39 is by far the best BMW 5 series. The E34 M5 is a close second however.
https://5series.net/forums/index.php?showtopic=91317
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01-03-2010, 07:07 AM
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Originally Posted by CWS530' post='1083346' date='Jan 3 2010, 02:17 AM
BTW: Have you guys seen this one?
https://5series.net/forums/index.php?showtopic=91317
Sweet!
Apologies to the OP.
https://5series.net/forums/index.php?showtopic=91317
Sweet!
Apologies to the OP.
See it eveyday when I walk by the garage!
and thanks btw.I just picked up an 05 545i, to replace my 98 A6, going to pick it up shortly in NV, guess I'll see which is more reliable shortly. My e39 has been pampered maintenance wise but in 2 years and 30 miles no issues to speak of let's see how the 545 does.
I'd agree with the e39 M5 as the best and e34 very close second also.
+1 on the appologies to the op
01-03-2010, 07:22 AM
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I'd say, with the proper maintenance the E60 can be more reliable.
01-03-2010, 08:27 AM
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Originally Posted by EBMCS03' post='1083284' date='Jan 2 2010, 11:21 PM
one of the best? So E60 is the best.
In terms of reliability, my E60 550 has suffered from considerably more problems than my E39 540 did. Both were leased as new so I am referring to problems when the cars were new or with low miles.
01-03-2010, 11:17 AM
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Originally Posted by sdg1871' post='1083453' date='Jan 3 2010, 09:27 AM
My heart's with the E39.
In terms of reliability, my E60 550 has suffered from considerably more problems than my E39 540 did. Both were leased as new so I am referring to problems when the cars were new or with low miles.
In terms of reliability, my E60 550 has suffered from considerably more problems than my E39 540 did. Both were leased as new so I am referring to problems when the cars were new or with low miles.
Ya I guess its really luck of the draw... some people report many problems while some have minor and some have none... My moms mercedes has been flawless (*knock on wood 545 times*) yet a friends, same model, a year newer has been fairly troublesome...
01-03-2010, 07:07 PM
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Originally Posted by EBMCS03' post='1083525' date='Jan 3 2010, 04:17 PM
Ya I guess its really luck of the draw... some people report many problems while some have minor and some have none... My moms mercedes has been flawless (*knock on wood 545 times*) yet a friends, same model, a year newer has been fairly troublesome...
01-03-2010, 07:13 PM
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Originally Posted by EBMCS03' post='1083525' date='Jan 3 2010, 03:17 PM
Ya I guess its really luck of the draw... some people report many problems while some have minor and some have none... My moms mercedes has been flawless (*knock on wood 545 times*) yet a friends, same model, a year newer has been fairly troublesome...
01-04-2010, 06:10 AM
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I agree with the poster as to what is a problem varies alot among drivers... In any event, (and knock on wood), I have 27K on an '08 550i and have not had ONE PROBLEM since delivery. Lots of electronics, of course, so one has to wonder down the road at 127K or whatever, but I think this is awesome performance out of the box.
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My 545 has been to the dealer 5 times in the past 12 months will fairly significant issues. Last month had a clutch and flywheel replaced and Dynamic Drive computer replaced. 62,000 miles. Hope I am done for awhile. Seriously seems like every other month something breaks.