2000, 528i se estate

widdyst

widdyst

widdyst

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Hi all
I am considering a BMW 528i estate
I have been weighing up all kinds of estate cars and I think I have settled on one of these.
I have a 4 grand budget and have seen a few nice ones that come within budget
This one in particular caught my eye http://search.autotrader.co.uk/es-u...icleYearOfManufacture=2000&vehicleRegLetter=W

Now as far as buying a BMW with 100,000 miles on it goes I am a complete noob :(

So can you guys help me out as to any things in particular I should be looking out for AND am I making a good choice with this budget by going for one of these ?
 
well I have to be honest I am not 100% on running costs apart from fuel, Insurance and standard service costs.
Regarding the suspension refresh you mention what is involved and what sort of costs ?
I thought the wheels and angel eyes where a bit wrong :? But wanted conformation :)
 
FOX You know your stuff :)

That is some excellent advice you have already given me there, I already feel more confident in going out and getting one :).
I think I'll start having a look at a few and getting a feel for what a good one is and isnt.
I realise a 4 grand budget isnt a lot for one of these but hopefully with some careful informed decisions I wont end up with the "utter relentless money pit" you mention :)

edit - How would I know about the Nikasil engines ?
 
[TW]Fox;14851191 said:
Buying an E39 5 Series for 3-4k is, objectively speaking, a stupid thing to do. .
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I Like this quote and couldnt agree more . I know I could get a more sensible option but as you say That would be very boring indeed :)
 
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