RATED YOUR E60
05-15-2005, 12:46 PM
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Hi guys!...Im a newbie. I recently buy a 2004 (used) E60 530i Premium / Sport package, Adaptive Headlights, Steptronic 6 speed...with 7,500 milles. I think is a great car but i saw some pleople here posting about some major electrical problems with his 2004-2005 E60's. I don't know what kind of software i have but my car NEVER visit the service department. I want a know if my car have some recalls or have to be careful with some things that you have problems. Thanks for all guys. 
05-15-2005, 01:10 PM
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Originally Posted by Orientblue530i' date='May 15 2005, 04:46 PM
Hi guys!...Im a newbie. I recently buy a 2004 (used) E60 530i Premium / Sport package, Adaptive Headlights, Steptronic 6 speed...with 7,500 milles. I think is a great car but i saw some pleople here posting about some major electrical problems with his 2004-2005 E60's. I don't know what kind of software i have but my car NEVER visit the service department. I want a know if my car have some recalls or have to be careful with some things that you have problems. Thanks for all guys.
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05-15-2005, 01:27 PM
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My Ride: 2004 530i 6-speed Titanium Silver/Black Interior
Premium Package
Sport Package
Aux input
30 GB video iPod
Cold Weather Package
Xenon
Red rear reflectors
Tint
Clear Bra
I also have a 2004 530i and so far ownership has been great. I've had a few minor issues with recalls but haven't had any serious problems yet. My car is going in for service on Tuesday and hopefully this time I'll get a BMW loaner (I got a GMC Blazer last time it was in).
05-15-2005, 02:52 PM
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My Ride: 530iA Silver Grey , black interior. Premium Package, Navigation System, Head-up Display, Radio Satellite, Adaptive Xenon Headlights. AC Schnitzer Front Lip, H&R springs, Rear red reflector, All season Floor mat,
Originally Posted by Orientblue530i' date='May 15 2005, 03:46 PM
Hi guys!...Im a newbie. I recently buy a 2004 (used) E60 530i Premium / Sport package, Adaptive Headlights, Steptronic 6 speed...with 7,500 milles. I think is a great car but i saw some pleople here posting about some major electrical problems with his 2004-2005 E60's. I don't know what kind of software i have but my car NEVER visit the service department. I want a know if my car have some recalls or have to be careful with some things that you have problems. Thanks for all guys.
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05-15-2005, 04:00 PM
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Weclome aboard,
Your car is still under the factory warranty. take it to your local dealer, meet one of the service advisors and let him know that you would like to have your car serviced by him from this point on. Ask him to check your car's history. this should pull up any recall campaigns or software updates.
I recommended that you have a designated (personal) service advisor at your local BMW Center. His job is to make sure your car is safe and you are a happy BMW owner.
BMW wants you to be happy and they are willing to go the extra mile to make it happen.
Your car is still under the factory warranty. take it to your local dealer, meet one of the service advisors and let him know that you would like to have your car serviced by him from this point on. Ask him to check your car's history. this should pull up any recall campaigns or software updates.
I recommended that you have a designated (personal) service advisor at your local BMW Center. His job is to make sure your car is safe and you are a happy BMW owner.
BMW wants you to be happy and they are willing to go the extra mile to make it happen.
Originally Posted by Orientblue530i' date='May 15 2005, 04:46 PM
Hi guys!...Im a newbie. I recently buy a 2004 (used) E60 530i Premium / Sport package, Adaptive Headlights, Steptronic 6 speed...with 7,500 milles. I think is a great car but i saw some pleople here posting about some major electrical problems with his 2004-2005 E60's. I don't know what kind of software i have but my car NEVER visit the service department. I want a know if my car have some recalls or have to be careful with some things that you have problems. Thanks for all guys.
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05-15-2005, 05:13 PM
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i havent heard of any elect probl. The only thing my car is giving me is a big head-ache. I wish i could take her too bed too..that is how much i miss her when not driving her 
05-15-2005, 10:26 PM
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My Ride: '06 530i -6speed - Comfort Seats - Premium Package - Premium Sound Package - Cold Weather Package - Ventilated Seats - Xenon -HUD - PDC - Nav
I love'd mine till week 2 where the dealer performed a software upgrade to install & enable my phone.
HOWEVER hopefully this issue will be fixed soon by means of BMW trade assist.
Other than the fact that my car must have been built little after 5pm on a friday afternoon - probably in the dark - It drives awesome, and have NOT had any mechanical issues.
If my car wouldn't have its iDrive issues, i'd give it a 100%, drives like a champ, its comfy, roomy, gets pretty decent gas milage & even the 3.0l has a good amount of power for a 6 cylinder.
just try to keep it away from software upgrades & you'll be fine.
HOWEVER hopefully this issue will be fixed soon by means of BMW trade assist.
Other than the fact that my car must have been built little after 5pm on a friday afternoon - probably in the dark - It drives awesome, and have NOT had any mechanical issues.
If my car wouldn't have its iDrive issues, i'd give it a 100%, drives like a champ, its comfy, roomy, gets pretty decent gas milage & even the 3.0l has a good amount of power for a 6 cylinder.
just try to keep it away from software upgrades & you'll be fine.
05-15-2005, 11:45 PM
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My Ride: 2004 530I Black/Black, Premium/Sport, Navigation
2005 545I Silver/Black, Premium/Sport, Logic 7, Navigation
Overall is pretty good exept the quality of the car is not as good as previous version BMWs.
All 4 Doors Making Cracking Noises when my car start moving or stop in slow speed, steering wheel make some strange noises too (sounds like a scew losing inside of the steering colum when the road condition is totally flat or turning at 40-60 miles).
Brake is making squeezing noise at 5300miles, took to dealer last week and was told it's because of brake dust, but now the noise is worst than ever.
The button that open the center console is totally wear and shows the color underneat the surface layer, and i rarely open the center console.
All 4 Doors Making Cracking Noises when my car start moving or stop in slow speed, steering wheel make some strange noises too (sounds like a scew losing inside of the steering colum when the road condition is totally flat or turning at 40-60 miles).
Brake is making squeezing noise at 5300miles, took to dealer last week and was told it's because of brake dust, but now the noise is worst than ever.
The button that open the center console is totally wear and shows the color underneat the surface layer, and i rarely open the center console.
05-16-2005, 06:49 AM
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My Ride: 04 525i sport, premium, winter, xenon. xm satellite radio, navwithtv dvd system, 1 jl 10w7 sub powered by xtant 1001x amp. 20x8.5/10 on nitto nt555 rubber. acs roof and decklid spoiler, breyton front spoiler.
i agree the brake dust sux and the squeaking was an issue but was resolved quickly and also had problems with the radio. all problems have been very minor even though im at the dealer alot. I would definately 100% get another one.