Hello all hope everyone is having a great day. During my recent trips with my friend(he is looking at a 04-05 745) to the BMW dealerships I have grown in love with the E60. A few questions I have is what year and what model (525 or 530) should I be looking at? I have seen some 04 and 05's on the lot and can not see anything visually different between the two. There is a 2004 530i(Cold weater, Steptronic, xenon, PP) with 53k miles for around 33k dollars. Is that a good deal? Also do you guys recommend I go with a CPO over a non CPO? I know CPO's cost more but come with the extra 2 years and 50k miles added on. Any input would be appreciated, cheers!

 

welcome. check out the LCI models too as another option. there wouldnt be cosmetic differences really between the 04s and 05s. you could also check out some past threads for info and check out pictures of some other e60s. enjoy the forums.

 

Sorry but what does LCI mean? Sorry I am new to BMW's >.<

 

Welcome and where are you located ?

Cheers

 

Las Vegas baby!

 

Unless you get a smokin deal and can afford potential repairs I would reco CPO. One of the common issues for most guys here is getting the most power from their cars, get the most HP you can afford now because you'll never have enough in Vegas Baby !!

 

dont worry about it man. LCI=life cycle impulse = facelift. it would refer to the 528s, 535s, and newer 550s. just something else for you to check out when shopping for an e60.

 

I looked at pictures of the 2008 and the only difference I can see is the tail lights. I would love to get an LCI but I can not afford an '08 model. =( I am definitely going with a bigger engine tho and also one that is CPO. I am gonna try to find a 545 for 33k.

 

V8 !!! You'll love it ! get a Sports model ,better handling(firmer) , no chrome !
Cheers

 

What kind of MPG do you think a 545 averages? 18mpg? This is with 50/50 local/highway