i have an '06 530i and i never regretted it, maybe except for the power. never had any major problems or anything. good luck. and also, welcome and enjoy the forums.

 

I don't get it, care to explain?

 

I wish I could, he just can't justify spending that kind of money on a car right now. He's a bit older now and 255-300hp will do (I think).

Also, for everyone who replied, thanks guys! After I told him about the 06 having 255hp, it looks like he might be convinced, although we have to wait a couple more months because he still has to sell his e500.

 

but how do you know when buying a 2005 model 530i whether it has 225 or 255 hp?

 

I think it was a 06 that had the new engine not 05. Sept 2005 was when it was introduced... after the E90 330 came out and that was April or May of 2005 as a MY06.

 

If you want to Bluetooth your phone, make sure its prep'd as its a pain to retrofit... not to mention the expense.