2001 BMW 530i Walkaround, Review, and Test Drive

Today's video takes us back to the early parts of this century - have a look at this 2001 BMW 530i
"Every vehicle in the 5 Series is a wonderful car. If you can afford to buy one, we recommend that you do. Sure, there are other great cars out there in this price range; we just think this is one of the best.The 5 Series follows BMW's fine tradition of embodying a "true driver's car" and is offered in four flavors for 2001 - the base 525i, the mid-level 530i, the top-level 540i and the high-performance M5." (Edmunds.com)

[@johnnysler6220]

One of the best cars ever built. Great car.

[@daniguzman19]

Johnny Sler he vé , bi

[@Kimacho]

9 years later people are still buying then. I just brought one for 3000 today. I appreciate your descriptive video very informative

[@FELIPE8226M]

Whoever wants a e46 or e39 now is the best time to get one while the market is at its lowest for these cars they are only gonna shoot up in value in the near future for a nice clean one

[@zimuqian]

The most iconic BMW. I have a 2003 E39 530i. Amazing reliability and comfort. Extremely smooth to drive. Incredible fuel consumption on the highway (7.2L/100km), and not bad in town either (10-13L/100km).

[@nigahiga6400]

My friend has a 2002 528i, and even after all those years and over 230,000km it still runs strong. Rides nice too, and despite the age it still turns heads. Superb car, even though I'm not the biggest BMW fan, I'd love to have one of these.

[@cornerstoneinme]

zimuqian Mine is from june 2003. I´ll never sell it. Ilove it. The 3.0 litre straight six is so great.

[@Leon-cf6ku]

True! Mine is from 2001, such a great car

[@captaincrunch8333]

Thanks for destroying my eardrums at the beginning bro.

[@Csuarezftw]

Best car they ever made E39 > Everything

[@elegantcrawfish9390]

Really late but my dad just got one of these! So excited about it

[@carsaregood911]

Best looking generation by far and LOVE the new intro!

[@Jakeman21642]

I love that exterior color! These are some of my favorite luxury cars and also keep up these older car reviews I love them!!

[@2Kriss2Kross]

Nice intro! This is My favorite generation of the 5-Series!

[@Bmwx5fan9]

Car and Drivers 10 best 6 years in a row :)

[@brorowcarwiz]

Love this car. It's classic BMW in every way! Fantastic review, Sofyan!

[@eliifill8993]

what about it makes it a classic bmw? im curious

[@DarkSabrewulf123602]

Getting this for my 1st car I'm so excited lol

[@shexroman8684]

after 7 years did u got it ? 😬

[@DarkSabrewulf123602]

@@shexroman8684 i got it sold it due to having to replace the coolant reservoir every 2 years i live in a very hot state now i have the benz in my pic i sold the bmw it was a fun car for what it was lol just frusterating

[@redlinexi]

Definitively digging the news intro!! I've always wanted one of this generation, but 540i w/manual of coarse!

[@KingEastCoast]

what an awesome car! great intro too!

[@nirvana922]

love the new intro! Really quick :)

[@xoquixxoqafxo]

haha thanks! Its just crazy how far the new 5 series has gone today!

[@PappaNikko]

nice review, Great new intro, short and sweet ;)

[@bmwmsport11]

Best BMWs ever made. Including the 3s and 7s during this gen. Damn the 525i is rare around me, all the 540i does is make it impossible to own. Great video

[@danielprose5878]

Woow. One of the best Cars ever built . Interior is absolute declicious Greez from homecountry Germany

[@xoquixxoqafxo]

Thanks for your feedback, its been noted and we will be adjusting that in the new videos, again thanks for your support :)

[@roroguapo3]

This was my first car, one of the best cars I’ve ever driven

[@value2127]

one of the nicest cars ever!

[@69sins]

I just got a 2002 BMW. some lady wanted to give something down on her new car and she wanted to get rid of her 2002 BMW 540i and it had 126k miles on it. it had a minor oil leak and no check engine lights...she gave it up for 1500. After giving it a check on key things I bought it right there. best buy ever.

[@ghettomist1575]

69sins How has it been

[@hondaftw1234]

I really like the shorter intro, and that is one sexy car! Love BMWs!

[@bilalahmed2123]

I have the exact same car, and I love it !

[@StrikerHS]

Same here but with manual gearbox. Love it too.

[@viktorberezenko9110]

I got 2001 530i bmw for my birthday and I like it so far

[@Idontknowjamal]

do you still have it?

[@illusionslooth9777]

1:41 that reflection wants to murder us

[@FELIPE8226M]

E39 such a legendary car

[@jetstream454]

Nice video. Wondering what is the go with the backwards -/+ selector on some cars, within the E39 series?

[@maxeriux]

Hey man I like your video, quite informative. I got a question though, do you think this BMW's suspension is soft? I mean is it soft and fun to drive , for example like an Audi A6 (same year)? Because I live in a city where the roads are not really good , and have a lot of holes , big and small ones, so would I really feel those holes in this 5 series? Thanks!

[@sincityrrt301]

97 540i.. well, i've rebuilt the car basically, but i still love it. my wallet doesn't but it's the best handling car i've had.

[@90Mrknowitall]

timeless styling

[@7477238]

More than likely the radio display as well as the gauge cluster has been replaced. The pixels die out on those generations all the time. Once the A/C system is used regularly it will always blow ice cold. My 13 year old Maxima still has cold A/C.

[@thecarexpert21]

nice new intro as well as video! Although, I may suggest, please let the music wait a little. I had a hard time hearing the engine!

[@333onlyhalfbad]

did you end up getting it? cause im getting this for my first car too LOL. Is it worth it man?

[@mydsmber05]

It was the 97 MT Import Car of The Year, and it was also the highest rated car in the history of Consumer Reports

[@xoquixxoqafxo]

It really depends on the car and the discretion of the used car manager, dealers will get rid of older cars from their lots bc they have too many issues, the used cars Jerrys keep must be in good shape for us to resell them

[@CosmincjdrGaming]

i have a 530d with 267.000 and it runs very very good for his age.. 14 years almoust!! and trust me not many cars can run with me ( in my town )

[@klukash]

back in the day when the bmw mercdes and audi had their premium cars we had the odd ball a 200 saab 9-5 best car of all of them just because the seats were so comfortable

[@subzero92MK]

awesome interiors, I didn't think so

[@77cohete]

hi, i enjoyed your review one question how many adult bodies do you think i could fit in the boot? if you were dazed and locked in the boot is it possible to escape?

[@proslice56]

no dif from the 528i although i have the 6disc cd changer and retractable rear window and side widow screens. If you look inside the trunk to the left there should be a tag that tells if the car is bmw bluetooth equipped.

[@xoquixxoqafxo]

Thanks! BMWs tend to have a stiffer suspension than Audi's. At least the older models. Never BMWs have gotten softer, however, I always thought they had a nice balance between sporty handling and ride comfort.

[@elicroman]

BMW serie 5 e39 530i is 231 HP not 225 HP

[@eagle-ds1qi]

what is the difference between this model and 3 series ? Which is better?

[@204pippen]

please dont play music when your drive the car.... makes it a little hard to hear the sounds of the vehicle. =) still a great video though!! your doing an awesome job!

[@shivam220]

godamn nice intro

[@XclusiveAaron]

I have a UK 330ci from 2000 and that has Bluetooth! 💪

[@strickmans]

i still like the old exterior design

[@jerry6711]

We in Europe, or at least in Poland, don't drink so many soda drinks or fast food cups. Therefore, I don't see a need to have a cup holder in a car. Another simple point is, that in USA most of the cars have automatic transmission, so other hand can be busy holding something, where in Europe, that hand is needed to change gears. When I want to drink something, I would rather pull over or drink at home or at a rest place.

[@xoquixxoqafxo]

oh man, that would be awesome to drive the V8 with a manual!

[@ernestohernandez4119]

I own a 2001 BMW 530i with The M Sports Package which makes This car a lot better and the Back seats do go down there is a latch on the back of the seats by the seat belt and the BMW do not have Bluetooth they come with a Flip phone of some kind with a number but I've never seen one its rare for a 2001 530i owner have this phone .

[@sheilamae78]

I just got this car and it does in fact have the phone but somehow I just locked myself out, Any advice? I have the master keys in my hand but went to unlock it after work and couldn't get in...

[@cornerstoneinme]

E39 sedan 1996-2003. Touring until -04.

[@billyidolrockstar522]

No until now

[@Peppermint1]

Back when BMW interiors were really premium

[@mikeychainsaw9760]

Is it all wheel drive or how do I check if my car is all wheel or front wheel drive?

[@LimitlessCXIVI]

Would you guys recommend getting a 530i M Sport package 2002 for $4,290? It has a little over 142K miles. Any issues that happen around this mileage? What should I look out for? Any tips and help is appreciated!

[@BIMMERZEITT]

+hardcorelifeforus000 if it's in good shape, buy it! Sounds like a good deal. Just check that the car has maintenance records such as: front suspension, control arms, brakes, gaskets, ccv valve, tune up, tires, water pump, thermostat, belts, radiator, vanos seals.

[@NkrumahTure]

The Five Thirty i is the one.

[@hafizabbasoglualiyev]

Hi everybody all over the world.I love that car and I want to buy bmw 530i but I hesitate a little bit I know this model is very comfort soft fast but I want to hear from peopel who has this model car.Please could you possible tell me about BMW 530i? Thanks a lot in advance.

[@AlanTrades]

Very classic German vehicle

[@SantiagoFigueroaRojo1999]

@ 3:09 I believe that's a voice recorder

[@97I30T]

This was back when BMW was actually good.

[@hondata974]

The E39 is one of my favorite 5 Series BMWs. My cousin wants an E39 540i, but because of it being a V8, gas mileage will be a problem and he will have to pay the extras for the insurance, the 525i and 528i is out of the question for him due to being underpowered, he also thought of the 530i which seems to be the perfect balance between the 525i/28i and the 540i, but the problem is that his younger brother (my other cousin) has an 2002 E46 330ci that has the same engine, but lighter than the E39, so that is why he doesn't want to get the 530i due to the 5 being heavier meaning it will be a little slower and have a lower power to weight ratio than the 3, but the 530i still quick and peppy for what it is and it sacrifices a little bit of the power to make a bigger, more luxurious car than the 3 so for some peopple, it is not a problem for them. The bittersweet thing about it is that my cousin only wants a manual, bad news is that the manuals are more rarer than the autos, the good news is that the manuals are definitely more fun and they will get better gas mileage and probably gas mileage of a 540i 6 speed is barely different from a 530i automatic and of course, like the M5, the 540i has the extra 6th gear lacked from the 5 speed in the 530i and 525i and 528i.

[@FretFreak02]

HJ Farooqi no one actually cares one bit...

[@hondata974]

FretFreak02 I don't think I asked you.

[@FretFreak02]

HJ Farooqi no one asked you either :P and still, you've entertained us with your fascinating story.

[@ghettomist1575]

Don't worry I care.

[@conradjonas6927]

Had/have both 330ci and 530i msport. The 5er feels even better built, and has much more usable space for passengers etc. Both msport optioned and there is very little to no perceivable difference in handling or acceleration between them. The 5er is just harder to find a park for, as it is a long car.

[@SantiagoFigueroaRojo1999]

IKR

[@conan3778]

Girliest review seen in a while

[@xoquixxoqafxo]

I personally don't like fast food and avoid it at all cost, I cook at home most of the times, I just have to mention it bc most Americans really care about it. But we all dont eat fast food lol

[@winzfeld1]

3.0 i6 is 231bhp not 225bhp and the 528i is 2.8 not 2.5.

[@nnikoozz]

E39 is from 1996 to 2003 and bmw updated it in 2000

[@shakeAbooty88]

Well, if the car has cup holders they should be good, or they should be left out.

[@terryreyes1125]

2001 with 90k miles? Wow

[@Veyronp87]

i dont drink soda either, like i said. IT IS A CONVENIENCE and i expect it for $50,000 +

[@frankoisbeast8248]

How do you pair up a phone

[@Veyronp87]

cupholders are a convenience regardless of how often you use them. european cars' cupholers are pathetic but they're getting better.

[@BenIdman]

Not everyone uses cup holders for

[@lO80s]

how much did it cost!!??

[@awanali5753]

Can you do the same year but a 3 series?

[@phillupshoter]

I got ONE just like it except its black.

[@Farhanshonda]

U mention ur accord in every video

[@mikeychainsaw9760]

I have the same car in grey I'm getting a new engine for mine. My don't have headed seats

[@c.a.mcneil2600]

what color?

[@fu-gee-laa]

Aux cord ?

[@largenloud9744]

My dad has that car looks the same

[@fernandotrejo2816]

K precio

[@JAY-qo9hm]

3:46

[@ProV68]

Some idiot at my school has a black one like this. Lowered, gold wire-type rims, roof rack, and fart box.

[@MartigenLT]

i see your 5er eats a little bit of oil O_o

[@austinpowers1885]

Does anyone know how roomy this car is?

[@froyhinojosa]

Smitty Werbenmanjensen Very roomy

[@MrPorschecrm]

your worrying about the music... that is sad

[@jerry6711]

Hi. Nice review. However I find it pretty funny how much attention, You Americans put on those cup holders. Why is this so important? I live in Europe and we don't go so often to KFC, McDonalds etc. Maybe You should do more cooking at home and not rely so much on fast food chains? Food there is crap anyway.

[@LETHE.X.FL.HARDCORE]

Chill out, stop criticizing America, it's the best country on Earth.

[@jakemorrison6268]

fwd? rwd?

[@wickensgames]

+jake morrison It's a BMW, will be RWD.

[@sookoll23]

BMW's always made RWD cars. That's great. They've also had optional 4wd (x-drive) on some models and even 4wd as standard on some models. Quite understandable, many people do actually need 4wd. But now, they're planning to make "at least 5" fwd models. Seriously, what the hell are they thinking? Don't things like small hatchbacks, MPVs and synthetic engine noise (on M series cars, no less) ruin their image enough already among auto enthusiasts? :( I've been considering getting a BMW, but seriously, I wouldn't want anything newer than an E60 in terms of 5-series... considering the way they're going.

[@MrAsdfcool]

good joke bruhh...

[@serranojavier99]

How is this car on gas?

[@wickensgames]

+Javier Serrano Bit hungrier than the 528i, but still pretty acceptable. According to figures; Around town, short trips from cold: 530i 20-23mpg Mixed runs, blasts along single carriageway A roads, overtaking, etc etc 530i 28-31mpg Motorway work at 70ish 530i 37-40mpg As with every car though, the biggest factor with your mileage is your right foot.

[@adamnowakowski2850]

last good BMW

[@muhamedbalboa6416]

adam nowakowski Not last but good at that time

[@billyidolrockstar522]

😝 is not the last

[@shakeAbooty88]

I'm pretty sure the engine was cold. It's water vapour, not oil burning, and he should not have revved a cold engine.

[@TheEuroperules]

Nice review man.But german cars are so overpriced.I prefer an acura or a lexus with same quality and hlaf the price of this.

[@sixfittyonembitties]

That had to be the least informative car review I've ever seen. "The Hood makes a nice noise when it closes" the boys at top gear are far more informative.

[@jerry6711]

Stick with E39. I sat in E60 and is so ugly and cheap inside! f10 is better, but overall, in my opinion, the car is way to large. Is not as nimble as it used to be. Reliability and cost of ownership are not going to be cheap, but hey, you live only once! I'm going to buy one with manual(of course!) but going to keep it only for 6 months, because of these running costs!

[@billyidolrockstar522]

Goods cars until now

[@jerry6711]

You Americans prefer to waist your time queueing in front of fast food, burning the fuel, when in same time, inside is empty and plenty of parking places. That is why it is so important for you to have a cup holder. How about buying a flask and brewing tea or coffee home?

[@andrewang17]

not 6 is a 8

[@RealtimeReviews613]

This was the car 2 pac was killed in. Or was that a 7 series? Lol

[@jerry6711]

Hi. I'm not totally against Your country. There are few things which I don't like. In the UK, where I'm living now, there are couple of bullshits too. Same aplies to my home country, Poland. I'm sure You're not a big fan of US health system and fact, that corporations seem to control USA.