Originally Posted by leese8080

xi's are harder to find than the RWDs, but will be a good choice since it rains/snows quite a bit in CT. I go out there twice a year for business trips - Shelton, CT. I've also lived in the midwest for awhile and understand the weather although i'm in CA now. AWD's are awesome in general.

530xi - you should be able to find good deals as it was discontinued in 2007. I could be wrong but 335xi and 530xi price should be pretty similar - but, it depends on the options.

I think 5 series would be a great option. Plus, your son already has a 3 series that you could trade cars from time to time. Just my 2 cents. Good luck! You will like this forum.

Originally Posted by Cappy

Thanks for the post! Your car sounds awesome....so what is the difference between 530xi and 535xi. Is it options related or engine related? Body Style, etc....thanks!

Originally Posted by leese8080

It's mostly the engine difference. 530(255hp) vs. 535(300hp - turbo charged). Body style is the same except the tail lights/reflectors, minor interior changes and others.

2004-2007 models: 525i/530i (xi for AWD) - produced up until Feb/March 2007 if i'm not mistaken
2008-2010 models: 528i/535i (xi for AWD)