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How many miles is TOO many for a 528i/xi?

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Old 03-03-2022, 04:45 PM
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My Ride: 528xi loaded with 289k miles
Model Year: 2008
Engine: I6
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Originally Posted by Smills1840
I'm looking at 528i/xi's. Just shopping around on cars.com and Craigslist without negotiating, I see plenty of 528s with 100k-120k miles on the for around $13,000. I also see several 70k-80k miles cars for 15k-16k.
I also see that I can find a few 2010 models for around 15k, which I would much prefer due to the CIC. I would also prefer a 2009 over a 2008 due to the idrive controller. I'm much more comfortable paying around 12k for a car that I know is going to keep depreciating, but could stretch it pending my following questions.

My question is: is 120k miles way too many for a 528? I'm not so concerned about mechanical reliability as I've already researched major issues with the n52 and e60 in general, none of which really scare me.

I am much more concerned with interior and ride quality. Is a 120k mile car going to squeak and rattle significantly more than an 80k mile car? Does the e60 interior hold up well? I have fast, loud and uncomfortable toys already, so I want a nice daily driver.

On a side note, I won't buy a car that doesn't have both navigation and cold weather package. I'd love comfort access but that isn't a requirement.

Any input on high mileage e60s would be much appreciated! Thanks!
Picked up a 2008 528xi. I love in ny but the car was from Florida. It's been in NY for 2 months. Looks like new and has 289k miles and still sounds like a sewing machine. The electronic shifter wouldn't let it come out of park. Found out from research its the brick seal in the tranny not holding pressure. $20 part and will be installing this weekend. These I6 motors are amazing when taken care of minus all the nuisance sensor issues.
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