1998 BMW 5 Series Reviews, Pricing & Specs
What owners say
"Overall, owners of the 1998 BMW 5 Series seem to really appreciate its performance and comfort, noting its smooth driving experience, good acceleration, and great handling. Many drivers expressed satisfaction with its reliability and build quality, especially for long trips. However, some drivers mentioned a few downsides, such as the bland interior design and a tendency for body roll during tight turns. A few also pointed out high maintenance costs and that it can feel a bit boring compared to sportier models."
I wish I could have owned it it's a nice car they're really good cars I've had one before a 540i sport and it was a great car manual outstanding but I sold it to a person who had too much money and no brains
October 5, 2025Performance : inline 6 engine is torquey and quick off the line. Braking is excellent, handling is admirable for a 12 year old machine. Build : for 126,000 miles, it's holding up well Appearance : stylish and classy without being gaudy, BMW's just age well. Cost : 28mph highway, but I always treat it to supreme gas because it deserves it. Fun : for a mid-size sedan, it is damn fun. Just wait til i mod it.
December 22, 2009NOTHING! Its perfect - only a sunroof is missing - otherwise it has more equipment than you can ask for... Including Buffalo Leather Comfort Seats and double glazed (thermo) windows, Navigation / TV, Memory seats, xenon lights, M steeringwheel, 18 inch M alloys, Air suspention rear, M suspension front, and i could go on... And you CAN NOT get a better car for the money. Trust me...
September 6, 2008What owners say
I wish I could have owned it it's a nice car they're really good cars I've had one before a 540i sport and it was a great car manual outstanding but I sold it to a person who had too much money and no brains
October 5, 2025Performance : inline 6 engine is torquey and quick off the line. Braking is excellent, handling is admirable for a 12 year old machine. Build : for 126,000 miles, it's holding up well Appearance : stylish and classy without being gaudy, BMW's just age well. Cost : 28mph highway, but I always treat it to supreme gas because it deserves it. Fun : for a mid-size sedan, it is damn fun. Just wait til i mod it.
December 22, 2009NOTHING! Its perfect - only a sunroof is missing - otherwise it has more equipment than you can ask for... Including Buffalo Leather Comfort Seats and double glazed (thermo) windows, Navigation / TV, Memory seats, xenon lights, M steeringwheel, 18 inch M alloys, Air suspention rear, M suspension front, and i could go on... And you CAN NOT get a better car for the money. Trust me...
September 6, 2008Very comfortable and sophisticated car to drive, but almost too boring. This car makes you enjoy normal commuting and 99% of driving, whereas the older models are not as comfortable but can offers thrills this one can't. I've owned it for a little over a year now, and not too much has gone wrong with it. Fuel economy is good for an engine this large.
July 29, 2008perfect all rounder, super brakes / acceleration and great handling with super build quality
January 9, 2008Performance: 4.4 V8 is fast. Brakes are great, handles as well as the Saloon which is no bad thing. Build Quality: Good, as expected. Appearance: Good looking, rare alloys Cost of Ownership: Thirsty, don't expect the quoted MPG Fun Factor: Fun to drive, feels safe so you can push it a bit
May 5, 2011It has a great acceleration so the acceleration feeling is great as stuck in your seat. Very good stability in turning on high speed . a bit heavy but safe , fast and stable, it also got a great turbo power, increasing its acceleration. hope you will enjoy it like i did.
August 25, 2008it drives wery good, the braking is exelent. all the sercvis' have been follow'd. front seats is litle tired, but backseat is as good as new. no big repairs. i just love it. use a bit to much gas for my taste, but it will go fast when you do a kick down
October 18, 2011The 4.4 V8 really makes the 540 an unbelievably fast car. The 6 speed manual only adds the fun to it.
April 1, 2008performance- acceleration, handling, and brakes are great build quality- few repairs, new front brakes, new tranny appearance- a few small dents, no cupholders cost of ownership- 123,000 miles fun facts- never been pulled over driving this car, it drives great, and is extremely fun no matter what the weather is like
September 24, 2009Trims & specs
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