The 5 Most Unreliable BMW 5 Series Models You Can Buy

The 5 Most Unreliable BMW 5 Series Models You Can Buy
If you're wondering which of the BMW 5 series models you should stay away from, then this video is for you. I go through the most unreliable models of BMW in the 5 series, and I give you the reasons why these cars were the least reliable cars ever from BMW. Are BMW M5's reliable? Well, some of them are...but none of them on this list.
The BMW e60 M5 is certainly one of the least reliable BMWs on the market today, and I think it's pretty easy to see why. Everything from the Vanos, to the sophisticated electronics, to the e60 rod bearing issues gives this car a claim to being one of the 5 most unreliable BMW 5 series models.
You'll notice different versions of the e60 m5 BMW models all throughout this list, with the N47 diesel engine making an appearance in the 520D, the e60 m5, and the e60 535i all making an appearance here. We also had the BMW e39 show up, as well as the 530i make an appearance. All of these cars just missed the mark in terms of reliability for a variety of reasons.
All in all, the BMW 5 series can be a reliable car. These are great performance vehicles, but sometimes they give up too much in reliability, and these 5 cars are a great example of that.
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[@billydog1971]

Why the e numbers. Please say what the real number of the car is. 328 550 750

[@upc.barcodes83]

Do the bmw 545i

[@jerolvilladolid]

I owned both Nissan and BMW. When Nissan breaks: what a useless piece of junk! When E39 BMW breaks: aw where does it hurt my baby. Here, have all my money. Ill bring you to 3 dealers and be looked at by 4 technicians. And ill do it happily.

[@novanae7799]

so true .. i gave mine so so so many chances. sold the damed little nissan with the CVT

[@destruxandexploze2552]

To be fair. My Nissan only broke at 210k miles because the alternator shit the bed.

[@arayalynn03]

When you love your e39 m5 like I do you enjoy fixing it. All vehicles break and some cost more than others. If you want reliability buy a boring Toyota or a Honda and don't be fooled into thinking they won't break because all vehicles are slowly breaking with each turn of the crank. My M5 is worth every penny I put into it and I admire the engineering put into it every time I turn a wrench on it. Nice video and mostly accurate.

[@parkerdoesthings4829]

The E39 has been one of the most reliable cars my family has owned tho?

[@ECPP]

Many of these are very good cars.

[@thepotatocarenthusiast8503]

He did mention specific models tho. It's not like the guy said all E39s are bad. Some are good, some are bad.

[@pyite100]

Agreed! I have an E39 M5 and it has been extremely reliable. The clutch just went out at 230K miles - hard to complain about that. There are plenty of little things that broke, such as the window shades. I haven't seen the check engine light come on since I coded out the AA secondary air pump code :D .

[@qmarq]

@@pyite100 how much did u get ur m5 for? im looking to getting one I think.. or maybe 650i but prob m5

[@miataenjoyer2786]

It really is up to the previous owner. All e39’s can be reliable but the V8’s are only reliable if the timing guides and engine maintenance were up to date. Overall, e39’s are very good though.

[@jahvanahsktleah4229]

I own a 2001 BMW 530iM auto thats done over 220000ks here in nz, and its the best ive had and come across,, ive had my days of repairs such as brake fluid leak and control arm repairs and speedometer repair, and honestly, its more reliable then you think, its BMW's most loved 01-02 530iM car, and manywould agree, yet will be the car everyone is now wanting as they are becoming rare, and also have the real BMW power, style and performance, its always a head turner for most, its also still the dream car for some in the world, yet becoming a high value by the year, its mostly about how you maintain the 2001-2002 530iM cars , you treat it good and it will treat you better in return, people who have never kept upto date with maintainance would say the cars unreliable, i say these cars will be still number 1 for bmw and also most loved generation at bimmerfest / Ashpaltfieber, and worldwide

[@125southernnh2]

My '03 E39 530i is irreplaceable.

[@ECPP]

There are a lot of passionate owners of those cars as there are of the E60 M5 or E39 M5, etc.

[@adaiku]

Agreed. My 2001 540i w/ sport package has been a fantastic car. Daily driver for past seven years. Powerful, comfortable, still looks fine. 150k miles. Other than tires and brakes/rotors, I've replaced alternator, power steering hose, and thrust arms. That's it. Original owner took good care... full service records from day off the lot. Of course, if you can't diy it'll be costly, but anyone buying one of these should know that.

[@jamesmason4323]

Hery - I just brought one last week!! I'm calling it the road knife after driving an e34 for 5 years.

[@doose911]

I am still driving my 06 530i as a daily. It has 174,456 miles. I am going to be upset when it finally fails. It's only a matter of time. Yes, I am doing preventive maintenance.

[@s2kalban]

I traded mine in for a 545i SMG and regretted it as soon as I left. I miss it to death. Mine was a 530i 2001 manual with 180k. I bought it with 135k. Only replaced ccv system and disa valve

[@bekabeka71]

E34 BMW is probably the most reliable car ever made, the best drift car and the best of the best legendary value no matter how much miles are on them

[@hashim_iraq]

He was talking about the V8 version. Yes the V6 is most reliable engine BMW ever made :D

[@botondreti6057]

@@hashim_iraq Inline 6 not V6 but yes :)

[@mushrume]

i have to give you the drifting advantage but as far as reliable . b series hondas were f&^%in serious in that regard . i have a type r integra and a 96 328 i . will see what one breaks first

[@houseofwine7704]

On the other edge. The best and most reliable 5series was and still is the E39 530d! If you service it it is kind of bullet proof and built to last forever. Mine is 21 years old now and feels, looks and drives on absolute top level. Nothing compares to this. The Automatic Gearbox is unfortunately from GM in this model but still fine when you handle it properly and smooth in all those years. It make me happy whenever I sit in the car ❤️

[@gulagforyou1823]

Make sure to put the famous war engine M47, that and the m57 are the most realible engines that BMW EVER build

[@Potsiechu]

E34 530i Touring owner here :) Love 5 series wagons! 171,000 miles it's a work in progress but restoring it to factory

[@andreiandrici5501]

Hi, great video! I've got a 2008 530i N53 engine. Bought it last year in october 101k miles. I love the car and how it drives. Done 12000 miles so far and except for some parts that normally wear and need replaced there is one major problem: uses 1 liter of oil every 1000 miles (and there is no leak )

[@ECPP]

Another satisfied owner same as myself. Thanks for watching. Cheers.

[@zsb707]

I have the same engine (N53) in my 2010 6 Series (E63, 630i), runs smoothly and oil consumption is minimal.

[@ernierobinson4892]

I thought the E60 M5 was the most unreliable 5 series The E39 was more reliable than the E60

[@JDMHaze]

it is lol

[@SDZKProductions]

E39 is waaaaaaaay more reliable

[@karambit8300]

Loving my 2 e34 M50s. 300k plus on both with no issues

[@jaedanlink3266]

Picks the most reliable 5series (E39, the first with a V8 that still hold their value better the newer models) and puts it in a top 5 unreliable

[@Malibus_Most_Wanted]

jaedan link he just shit talked only the e34 530 when the 540 version had the same problem of the niki blocks that’s all early 90s bmw v8s before they switched over

[@jetstream454]

Because it's the V8, they are still problematic

[@jetstream454]

@McLarenBMW Getting hot under slow driving conditions and warping heads...with a good condition cooling system

[@jetstream454]

@McLarenBMW Just reported as a well known issue. Do the M5s use the same engine?

[@SHWELL11]

E39 M5 is my all time favorite BMW.. No matter what issues Ive experienced with it, it will always be my favorite. My 2010 535i M Sport is such a fun car to drive. I blew the engines on 3 E39 528i's and every time it was my fault.

[@davidrichardson6528]

How did you blow up the motors? Lol

[@SHWELL11]

@@davidrichardson6528 Ignoring the signs of failed Water pump or Radiators..

[@dyl6992]

happy to hear the f10 550i wasn’t on the list😅

[@Krezo200]

Weird

[@NFDave1992]

Oh boy am I glad the e39 540i isn't listed here

[@princebankz7012]

Definitely the E60 should be on this list

[@ManOfAttitudeLP1998]

Yes

[@lakeshorerides]

I'd have to disagree, have an 06 530i with 200k with only issues being a water pump and some injectors.

[@kolyakolya]

F10s are the real crap boxes not e60s

[@kungfuhustle6363]

I have a 2004 e60 525d that basically has the same gear as the older e39 which is bulletproof but I agree after 2005 they made changes that cause a lot of problems after that also cheaper or should I say more environmentally friendly parts 😂😂

[@jetstream454]

@@kolyakolya In what way?

[@SuperAgentPixel]

I have a e39 m5 2003 that’s been taken care of and driven nicely and the thing is great never have had any problems since I bought it 125k. All I can say is the car is amazing and if you find one that’s been taken care of and not beat the hell out of the engine will last a long time.

[@ECPP]

Absolutely. They are amazing cars, old school with some great luxury and tech.

[@xxzmk]

I drove a e61 525d from a friend with the 6 cylinder 2.5 litre diesel engine. It had 235.000km driven on it and still went fine.

[@ECPP]

Nice

[@chrismccarthy284]

My e39 540’s and e38 740’s have been extremely reliable, my e60 550i is definitely a problem child. but i loooove it!

[@ChristianCastleman]

Owned a e34 M5...245k miles when I sold it, was still excellent daily driver. Never even had head or transmission off. Now drive a e39 M540i which is also bulletproof.

[@ECPP]

Great choices and are both fun to drive.

[@jeffwolf8018]

I have an 92 525i 2.5 with 5 sped manual 320K miles on it waiting for me to rebuild. Best car ever I beat the he'll out of it with no major non necessity part ever going. Runs great at 80-100 but idle is gone with no engine lights..

[@eEnzo0]

Those are the best cars to have. M50 intake slapped on the engine, M54 3L cams (modified for the 2.5L) and we are talking about ~210hp. That engine I think is the best engine BMW has done. Check for breather valve, the CCV, those hard lines are going "puff" and the breather valve is very often dead. Poor idle is the first sign of breather valve failure on any inline 6 from BMW.

[@jeffwolf8018]

@@eEnzo0 I would have to agree with you the beating that I put on this car and if they never ever died and I beat the living crap out of it I put high performance coils in there I lowered it inch and a half and put high performance air cooler in the only thing I haven't attacked was the exhaust I just put a regular exhaust in and then I became disabled and unable to keep up with the maintenance on it it's got 320000 miles on it. I had with the original motor original clutch I've replaced the fuel filter and the radiator brakes and exhaust on it as it is in 92 and its first 18 years or so was spent in San Diego so there was Zero rust on it as well I still have it today I'm just trying to figure out where I'm going to get the money to rebuild it because I know in a few years it's going to be worth ten times what it is today

[@jeffwolf8018]

@@eEnzo0 I'll have to look into the Breather valve. I've removed my high performance coils Andre put on the original coils in a car that did absolutely nothing I checked as close as I could all around for some kind of vacuum leak nothing going on like that it basically was getting almost 28 miles to the gallon I let it sit for two or three weeks went to Connecticut and when I came back it was been like that ever since where the rough idle and only wants to run at a 80 to a hundred miles an hour it will run all day at them speeds. Thanks for the tip

[@jgordon165]

take those nasty ebay lights off of that Alpina please

[@Skygaming_44]

The b10 is just a wet dream ╰(*♡-♡*)╯

[@StacheCam]

Don't let him fool ya e34s are great cars yes the 530 isn't worth the gas consumption but if the car is still running its more than likely survived the nikials block problem. And he's right don't buy a 530 with an auto lol you'll end up 5 speed swapping it. E34 more reliable than all those other cars listed ! Great info tho

[@bmxismylife123]

I've got an e34 with an m20 engine, had a broken rocker last year which resulted in getting the engine rebuilt plus stroked from 2.5 to 2.8. It died around 351k km and after the rebuild it has been working like a charm, I just hit 360k on the clock. Other than having the throttle body rip a hole in itself it has been mostly reliable. Although I wish it was a little more fuel efficient and more torquey.

[@blazinmark1]

I just purchased a 2014 F-10 535i X-Drive M-pkge with original BMW dealer installed M-Performance pkge (Exhaust, Real Carbon fiber accents, Suspension, Seats, Dinan pedals etc...) the vehicle has 33,000 miles, I have officially joined the BMW crew (I owned a Benz, Audi, Lexus...) this is my first Bimmer.... I am over the moon with my purchase! What should I expect with 3 years of ownership ahead of me? Also, is it worth it to purchase the extended warranty from the Dealership? Or do I roll the dice and see where this purchase takes me????

[@SalamiCheeks]

blazinmark1 I am in the market for the same exact vehicle.. I have herd the f10 535 actually isn’t that bad when it comes to reliability.

[@Lub22]

I have a 2008 535xi and had to replace everything besides turbos and engine

[@ECPP]

Horrible n54

[@04087140]

My e60 520d has done 502000ks, its a n47 engine. Still going strong, replaced upper chain on 430000ks

[@ECPP]

Sounds like a winner

[@04087140]

Yea, the car that wont die😁

[@n8gr610]

I have E60 545i and it's hard to believe that there are cars that are even worse than that. Lately every month I've had some minor or major issue with it. The complexity of it is beyond belief and problems cover everything - mechanical and electrical systems... It's surely not meant to be daily driven. Hard to believe that engineers @BMW don't know what they are doing. Most likely they are absolutely aware of every time bomb they put into cars (bad timing chains, incorrect tolerances of rod bearings, valvetronic lifters, poor quality materials etc.) they make... and for them it's fine, as long as there are "enthusiasts" that still buy BMW's :)

[@ECPP]

It surely can be frustrating. Thanks for sharing your story. Have a great one. Cheers.

[@Ramble79]

Beautiful car, sad that it has all these mechanical issues.

[@AirRideFanatic]

n8gr... damn. That's sad to hear about that...it definitely takes A LOT of the fun out of being a car enthusiast. Is yours a daily driver? My 2001 GS430 (Toyota Aristo w/ 3UZ-FE engine) has been the best car, by FAR, that I've owned. (albeit... only a couple of Nissan's and mostly GM's- over 10 Pontiacs, 2 GMC trucks, and 3 Cadillacs) I love the E60 550i, too...but, if anything... the 550i prob isn't any better at all (cost/maintenance/reliability-wise) over the 545i, right?

[@n8gr610]

@@AirRideFanatic Yes, It's my daily driver but If you would want to daily 550i, I wouldn't recommend. As a second weekend car, it would be a great fun, but definitely not cheaper to maintain. As far as I know there are only some improvements like secondary air injection, but basically it's all the same. As the car ages it becomes more unreliable... the newest 550i E60 you can get is already 8 years old. If you are still considering, at least find any BMW expert that really understands BMW electronics and has experience with N62 - valvetronic and vanos systems... and have couple thousand $ ready for the unknown. :) For me the maintenance cost is about 3.5k$ per 10k km, fuel excluded.

[@barfly246]

u spend $3500 every 10,000 km??? your mechanic is ripping you off .. you should consider a Honda or Toyota

[@MrWestsiderider]

'03 530i E39 5 speed manual is by far the best sport sedan ever made. Fix oil leaks promptly and fix your twisted seat yourself and you have a winner ! Sports suspension and style 42 BBS wheels is the coolest looking BMW ... timeless. Destined to be a classic . The doors are heavier than the following E60. The build quality in 03 BMW's is superior to the build quality in 04 and later BMW's. It drives like a dream with 200000 miles ........ Like a dream . You couldn't take this car away from me ever !

[@ECPP]

Wonderful cars, no doubt.

[@svetgutsulyak9491]

Well the e39 528i/5 speed is a really good car

[@Ramasenirama]

Not for me

[@Mister2j86]

Man I love my new E39 530i 5 speed

[@ECPP]

Fun cars

[@ltdasilva93]

If you're a D.I.Y kind of guy now is your time to buy an N54 car because most of that maintenance has probably already been done and if your Hpfp fails or gaskets, the parts are plentiful and cheap to replace. I got quoted 900$ CANADIAN and 400$ labor to fix my HPFP on my 335i. I went on eBay, bought a brand new pump for $250 by OASIS and installed the damn thing myself. It's all about knowing what you're doing. If you're not handy, don't buy one. If you are handy, and have a love for cars, the car is for you. My friends ask me all the time how I can afford a car like mine and I tell them all the time I bought it for probably 2/3 of the price of their Toyota Camry or Honda accord Lol

[@ECPP]

Great comments and thanks for watching Leandro. I totally agree, if you ca wrench your own, these are great fun and amazing value for the performance.

[@jamesmason4323]

We know the bearing failure is down to not warming the engine enough before driving it, and probably should've had 5k oil changes written in big letters on the accelerator pedal too lol.

[@mule666]

I own a 530 I late 2003..rhe best car for me... I owned a 528i 1997 drove it for 10 years no problems... Now the sun drives it for 3 years and has over 400.000 km still going strong... 6 cilinders the best

[@Eugene2636]

I have my 2nd E39 M5 and none of the Things that was in the video I haven’t deal with! The rod bearings go out at 180/200,000 mile mark unlike e60 at 80,000 miles

[@ECPP]

Sort of goes with the territory.

[@HulkerRock]

i have the 120d n47 with the new timing chain done in 145k km ... its a shame that the cost of the repair is so expensive (1500 dollars).. otherwise runs solid so far

[@ECPP]

Agreed but now it should be good for a lot more miles

[@aminojahmed]

I don’t quite understand some parts of this commentary. These cars are fast and some people beat the hell out of them. Who wouldn’t? Isn’t it likely that if you abuse any make car, you are likely to break it and incur repair costs?

[@jensharbers6702]

You're right, but if you buy a 530i, BMW expect the "typical buyer" not to beat the car every time the engine runs. With a Performance "///M Motorsport" Car the Manufacturer should expect, that after the engine reaches working temperature the car is Hammered. It decreases the Lifetime of every engine when you hammer it every time, but the M-Engines should have more reserves to compensate for it.

[@aminojahmed]

Jens Harbers ok fair enough.

[@personaljudgments5698]

I am 17 and I am planning on buying BMW series 5 520i 02’

[@BOEINGFLY]

How would you rate a 2012/13ish 535i, with good maintenance records and in good shape? I 'm looking for a daily commuting and for some travel. I like pretty much your videos, kudos!

[@therealnickd3011]

BMW has come a long way

[@juliogomez4664]

My 2004 e60 530i 124,000 miles reliable 100% everything up too date 😎

[@ECPP]

nice

[@donaldrobinson6298]

I'm looking at a 2011 535xi. It's a one owner 48k miles with service records. Want to trade my 2010 Camaro SS for it. What do you think?

[@vincetaliaferro2777]

Should have the N55 motor id hope, although you might miss the V8. Im a BMW enthusiast dont ask me. (Get the BMW).

[@rupafern]

e39 5 series cars are extremely reliable no matter what engine although you do need to look out for rust

[@ECPP]

Thats true and more significant now due to the age.

[@Dave-tz9zx]

I once thought my 2003 M Sport e39 was the best BMW, but then I drove a 2011 BMW 335d Sport.

[@Beef_Supreeeme]

Why do they put the timing chain / belt at the firewall?

[@mannyaguilar5318]

I've seen a few of your videos before but I finally subscribe. Good info not only this video but others as well. I my self have own a few BMW's started when I was younger with a 325 then moved up to a 99 M3 to my current one a 530i witch I love what do you think about it. I've owned it for a year now the only thing I have notice was once in a while I get a gas smell coming from the opposite side of the gas tank. Have any idea what this might be if so thanks for the info. I'll keep watching your videos and keep them coming love watching them.

[@Chiyomi_Anzai599]

Damn, I really liked the 530i Models, but my friend sold his E39 530i because he spent $3000 in it but his motor was officially done smoke kept coming out but since the E39s are old now but good times we had when we used to whip it in the car.

[@Chiyomi_Anzai599]

Keep up the good work Mr. M5 I like your videos so much, so many knowledge Im learning. :)

[@ECPP]

Thanks for watching, I really appreciate that. I am glad people find my content either entertaining or educational. Have a great one.

[@joelmichealrecchia2883]

It just depends on how you look after any car

[@shopcrate5687]

What do you think about the 528i xdrive year 2012

[@orse7133]

Not a big car guy but I was given a BMW 530i E39 2002 model for my birthday a couple of years ago, just wondering what peoples thoughts are on the car?

[@robertbandusky9565]

E34 was the best! Like to have one with no power equipment ie manual seats, manual windows, non turbo and manual transmissions 👨🏻‍✈️

[@derekmatthew2921]

I owned a 528i E39 for 6 years and all I replaced was a radiator and two rear springs fantastic car

[@_Greasyzoku_]

E34 I’d say is the best of them all. Last of the shark nose, & last M5 HAND built. Pure class.

[@Leo70780]

What do you think about the 2009 bmw 525 i e60 I'd like to know.

[@alecstaley1017]

I got a 06 535xi ad I love it

[@ANOCKS]

What about a 2002 525 with The I 6 and the automatic??? Oh and black side window trim

[@ComandanteJ]

What about the cooling issues and timing chain guides problems in the e39's V8s like the 535i, 540i and M5??

[@rwhellen]

What about an E602006 550i

[@kolyakolya]

E60 is way more reliable compared to f10s. Not sure how much you know about the f10s? This makes an e60 look like a saint. We see so many locked up engines on n63 v8s and N20 4cyl engines breaking oil pump timing chains, blown turbos, chains, coolant leaks and I can go on and on. Way more oil leaks and coolant leak issues then e60s. Also, the n55 engine suffer from crankshafts bending and rod bearing failures! I would add the f10 on the #1 list then the e60

[@StuartOliver83]

Great vid cheers for sharing 👍🏻

[@ECPP]

...and thanks for watching.

[@dkrawk8309]

Name a bmw that does not leak valve cover, oil pan and oil filter housing ...

[@ECPP]

None I can think of

[@dkrawk8309]

@@ECPP exactly:) so how is e60 worse than any other bmw if it leaks

[@alejandtosolano6608]

Hola yo tengo un F10 mil hybrid 2016 que recomendación me daría para tener cuidado y mantenimiento aproximado

[@ECPP]

Thanks

[@Diego-mm1eq]

The e60 530i needs to be on this list. Most unreliable car I've ever had tbh

[@ECPP]

Sadly many of the E60 models fall under that category. That being said, the 530 is not usually one that you think of when talking poor reliability. Thanks for watching.

[@Diego-mm1eq]

Definitely, I've had many issues with coolant & oil leaks, the cooling fan, and a few electrical issues. Thanks for the great content!

[@BalkanExtazy]

LeBron Jr. 530i is the best E60 engine you can buy, i am working with BMW second hand parts, 3.0i is the best engine for that car, obviously you bought a bad car with a lot of kilometers...

[@michaeleno3498]

Hello, please tell me what you think of the bmw 545i N62B44 A

[@tcshy1903]

Whew! So glad mine isn’t on the list.

[@HowToDoitright]

He should have mentioned F10. Worst 5series with many issues

[@mikew742]

Had an E60 545i - piece of shit and the BMW service centres were fucking dreadful. Was my third (and last) BMW from brand new, was enough for me to say never-again to Beemers. A Range Rover and two Audis later, their loss.

[@ECPP]

Absolutely great choices after from a fun perspective and sometimes a change is needed.

[@busterscrugs]

Love my 03 E39 530i M Sport. Driven my friend's 99 540i many times but the steering box is shit compared to rack and pinion, and the pre-LCI isn't the best looking. Although he did retrofit the post LCI tail lights, which look massively better. Plus, dat V8 tho

[@jamiet4992]

I have the same with a manual. It's a keeper. Yes, the r&p, large brakes, and balance make the 530i the best of breed.

[@busterscrugs]

Also have a 530i 5 speed sport package, it's a fantastic car. Steering feel is miles ahead of the steering box in my homie's E39 540i!

[@Orlandobori]

I have an e60 545i and it is having so many issues

[@jorgenunez2310]

Sarasota beach boys how many miles and what problems

[@Orlandobori]

Jorge Nunez I’m currently at 140.000 and now my scanner is reading 9 codes that are misfire on several cylinders and combustion on several cylinders outlet -vanos 2 intake vanos 2 intelligent battery sensor evocó fan control and couple more Im thinking just pushing hide car into a lake and buying a 3 series e90

[@david1049]

Straight 6 is the only one that I would buy

[@ECPP]

True, that’s there thing

[@rockflock4698]

Great video! Can you tell me if the 535I GT has any major problems? Thank you in advance.

[@letmetrade6804]

E39 rulez!!! Had 15 of them till now..have also E60 and E90...but E39 for me Best Bmw Ever!! 2nd place E34! F10/11 dont own,but drove them a lot...lot of tech.problems,but handling is better then E60. Also for common user M52/54 last real BMW reliable engines...

[@ECPP]

Thanks Denis. Cheers.

[@mr.m2gilane]

As for me, E34 was way more reliable. Easier to fix, less electronics to go wrong and in general design looked more serious. Now having E39 530d for a year, I can say that I don't particularly miss e34, but also wouldn't mind driving again. E39 is a little more comfortable to drive, feels a tad heavier but still is way better on highway than anything else I have driven. A lot more comfort equipment, but that's the two-edged sword. My car runs quite well overall, has 269Kkm on dash, but LCM last recorded high was around 410kkm (someone has made mileage look better before I got it), so it has a fair bit of life behind it. Mechanically absolutely fine, but electronics have a lot of minor issues here and there. Usually down to bad connectors, corroded pins, rub wire insulation etc. And compared to e34 it has a lot of wiring. But still, I have WAYYYY easier life than my friend with E60 530d, so there's that.

[@Krezo200]

Ah the e34 v8 nikasil problem was only common in the USA (and most probably other countries) but not here in germany The other problems (leaking cooling system) go with all bmws unfortunately

[@BL3ND392]

Can anyone tell me if the g30 530i with the b48 engine reliable?

[@michaeleno3498]

Talk about bmw 545i e60 n62 v8 engine

[@ECPP]

cheers

[@technik333]

Surprised you didn't mention E39 540i plastic timing chain guide failure..

[@777kason]

The n54 isn’t that unreliable bud unless you know absolutely nothing about cars and it cost way less to fix

[@ECPP]

True

[@williamchartouni3078]

1990 e34 m5, best car ive had, s38b36 is a rock solid engine

[@ECPP]

Amazing engines in those cars. Masterpiece for sure.

[@emka9537]

its suprise me that E60 didnt catch fire

[@ECPP]

Haha, that’s fair

[@joshhomme7772]

In conclusion, stay the fuck away from any BMW V8

[@BobbyDaddy420]

Does the E60 550i with the V8 have the same rod bearing issues an Vanos problems as the V10 M5 an V8 E90 M3?

[@ECPP]

Wow.! But sadly you don’t even benefit from the performance

[@trwolfe1]

Great Videos!!!

[@ECPP]

Thanks!

[@UsaElectroHouse]

Finally got rid of my 05 545, in 2 years spent thousands on repairs

[@exothermal.sprocket]

Horrific. Have we forgotten what cars are for? Getting a body around.

[@ECPP]

You betcha. Thanks for watching

[@exothermal.sprocket]

@@ECPP Nearly rather ride a bicycle than risk getting some mechanical disease from this collection.

[@Zack-zu1nx]

any input on an f10 550?

[@ECPP]

Great car with reasonable reliability, I would buy one.

[@shanthiranasinghe8778]

What you think about 2003 520i ? I think e60 is the most beautiful bmw ever made

[@ToxiicGas]

no 545i?

[@noahalonzo8423]

Hey there! Do you recommend purchasing a 2013 F10 535i with 110k miles on it?

[@ECPP]

Not a bad engine especially compared to the n54 before it. It I would personally look for something with a little less mileage. Either that or if the price is right.

[@zacksoyer3365]

I'm thinking about buying a 2011 f10 550i. Anything I should know before I consider buying one?

[@bestcarreview5021]

Awesome 😀😀

[@IlistentotheRadioRadioStereo]

I have the E39 2002 540i yes it is unreliable but easy to fix. In fact I bought another off clist for 800 bucks so that I can part it out for my daily driver. I'm no longer buying new with tons of sensors and computers because they will break. All BMWs are built with plastics designed to break or bake to brittle and shatter. I guess is all designed that way to keep buying every time.

[@ECPP]

You are right on the use of plastics. Life on these parts can be questioned, so time will tell on some of the newest cars as time passes.

[@IlistentotheRadioRadioStereo]

@@ECPP After I bought my used 2002 on 2005 and the wheel well cover ripped and almost caught on fire while on the highway. I contacted BMW in Stuttgard Germany only to get a call from some BMW VP from NJ. "Barbara" and when I asked if they had improved their plastics she responded I should buy a newer model because of the newer parts and better made..... so no she didn't answer my question. BTW you forgot to mention the seats twisting the backrests, the valley pan leaks and the water pump impellers made out of plastic instead of metal thus breaking apart and the engine over heating.

[@Captain_Brown_Beard]

I have the E34 540i. I had to do the valley pan job and upper timing chain cover gaskets this year. Plus all new LCAs up front. I got 90k now and it was leaking every fluid when I got it at 73k. Probably just age though

[@IlistentotheRadioRadioStereo]

@@Captain_Brown_Beard Just a cheap bead of rubber as gaskets. You need to replace them with at least Victor Reinz gaskets...and still they don't last.

[@Captain_Brown_Beard]

@@IlistentotheRadioRadioStereo Thats what I used for them even the water pump. That was a big stinking job lol

[@edwinvanscherpenzeel3457]

Total bullshit. Had several E60/E61’s, 535d & 550i (man) pre LCI and a E61 Alpina B5S and did approx 250K km’s without any issues. If you can’t drive, yeah, they will break down. No tech feeling & save on maintenance = problems. With all cars. M5 E60 crap? Bullshit. Change your rod bearings every 60K km and you have no issues. Expensive? No, not compared to your gas bill.

[@MicKillerGaming]

Anybody know how’s the 2011-2013 528i ? 535 ? How much mileage on one of those should I look for on 2021 ?

[@rjscott6116]

Whew! E39 540i isn't on the list 😅, and yes I already know about those dang timing chain guides 😔

[@ECPP]

Yes they are not perfect but stay on top of those and you are good to go

[@paulmarkert5907]

Argh. I dont know if i should have buyers remorse after watxhing this video. I just purchased a used 2010 E60 535i last week. Maintenance records look good, I had to have a fuel feed line replaced, but otherwise runs well at 81k miles. After this video, now I'm worried the car will die On me during a long distance trip next week. I suppose that is akin to watching a plane crash movie before flying cross country! Still, now I'm a little worried about my decision. At least I didnt buy the 2008 550i I had my eye on!

[@e39lover73]

I drive an '00 530, (well, we swapped the B30 into my 528) and my dad drives n E34 M5. Along with an E61 💀 some unreliable cars we got 😂

[@dariusburnett1055]

Thought on a 535xi?

[@odyofael]

My 2000 E39 wagon has 277K miles, runs like achamp.

[@geoffprince2258]

I'm thinking of purchasing an 08 BMW 325i, the lci update model. How is this car for reliability?

[@ECPP]

One of the best for reliability. This is a very safe bet.