It is an absolutely reliable, safe and powerful car.
It's a reliable car. Great to drive. Safe for the kids.
Manuel Magallanez
on February 6, 2021
BMW's bulletproof engine
I am the proud owner of a 2003 BMW 530i also known as an e39. My car has now has 212,000 on the odometer and is still running strong.Everything about this car screams awesome and I feel like a million bucks when driving one. As with all used vehicles things do go wrong with these cars and the most important thing to look for when buying one with higher miles is to see if the radiator, thermostat, fuel pump, coil packs, have been replaced and basic maintenance has been done cause those things will need to be replaced in them if it has over 100 to 150k on the engine. I Bought mine with 196k on it and have replaced all those above mentioned items and she runs smooth like butter. They all also have oil leaks from the valve cover so they are a easy fix if you know how to turn a wrench or take it to a reputable dealer to have the valve cover seal replaced cause BMW will charge you the vehicles price to fix the above items. I would definitely recommend this vehicle to anyone that can do basic repairs themselves. I also had to replace two wheel bearings and some front suspension parts so she doesn't rattle anymore when she hits a bump or squeks when she turns. Interior is comfortable and everything works.e39's do need window relays replaced since the wires tend to frey with age so windows won't roll down anymore or only roll down slightly. I replaced my drivers side one and it's perfect now. The sun roof rattles some so I need to tighten some screws on it im ammusing, hopefully an easy fix. Instrument clusters on all these factory radios dot matrix's will make it almost impossible to see stations on them. My gauge cluster had been replaced around 110k so i still have hopefully another 80k in it left. Door handles on these cars also get stuck or won't open at all so high mile ones need to be replaced eventually. All cheap fixes if your a DIY type person. The car is beautiful and the clear coat on my car is still looking brand new. Im the third owner and will only drive BMW's from now on. I'm a Beemer fan for life. If you can find a 530i with around 100k on it, buy it cause they run forever and are BMW's version of a Honda Civic in regards to engine reliability.
Madison W
on November 19, 2020
The car is not in the best shape but can be fixed up and repaired.
Has a oil leak and the windows do not work, the seats are messed up and the carpet has stains. The car needs new struts and it needs new headlights. It just got a new turning signal. It is great on Gas and is a manual 6 speed car, or gas over 200,000 miles on it and I have had it for 3 years.
Tammy S
on October 8, 2020
Comfortable, reliable BMW 530.
Very reliable, heated seats, automatic wipers, powerful v6 3 liter engine. Steering wheel controls, power windows, mirrors and door locks. Auto dimming rearview mirror. Extremely comfortable seats that have multiple adjustments including tilt and lumbar. Power moonroof. Easy to work on with parts being very reasonably priced.
Amanda K
on May 24, 2020
Heated seats are something serious!
Really great car. Have had problems with the sensors on mine so all my lights come on and off(check engine light, coolant light, oil light, and the sensor lights for the seats. ) And repairs are quite expensive. The heated seats are pretty awesome except when it completely warms up their is one spot in the seat that burns my leg no matter if it is on high medium or low. All in all it is a very good though and I would definitely recommend them.
Rodney H
on April 15, 2020
It's just a unique brand that unlike so much
It's time for a tune up and to put a brand new engine in it . And it also needs a paint job and brand new tires
Cheyenne K
on March 12, 2020
Heated seats are really super cool.
Heated seats are nice, I do not like leather because it is cruel to animals especially cows so cars without leather are cool.
Robert G
on December 4, 2019
It's considered one of the best BMW ever built
It has been a very good car. Low maintenance and easy to work on
Remy R
on November 20, 2019
A very dependable, good car, follow service protocol and this will last.
Love it its 8 cylinder, comfortable and easy to drive especially interstate driving! It makes you feel young behind its wheel while driving, I enjoy so much driving it!
Allie S
on September 13, 2019
My BMW IS MY BABY AND NO OTHER CAR COMPARISON!!
I love my Beemer!! It drives very smoothly and takes corners like it should!! It has awesome pick up speed and never disappoints me when I am showing it off! It may be an older car but it is still beautiful! It is green, the color of money but has not ever put me in the poor house with repairs. The interior is tan and the heated leather seats are an extra I would never pass up when trading in for a newer model. The stereo system is great as well the only complaint being the speakers are not the greatest and are a bit disappointing when wanting to jam!
Joyce M
on May 2, 2019
It needs a lot of work on it. There are a lot of things that need repaired. It's old.
I like that is very well made, that it's a luxury car, that it still looks good. I dislike that it's old and has a lot wrong with it.
Gina H
on March 26, 2019
A well built long lasting car that is overly expensive to fix.
Great reliable car. Sturdy and well built. Still going strong with 230000 miles! But when the car has to be fixed it is ridiculously expensive. Lots of unnecessary features for me. The motor is good but many of the smaller parts on the car are broken and need to be fixed, but with such expensive repair costs I let this smaller stuff go.
Jamie R
on March 18, 2019
The one most important thing that others should know about my car is that it runs well.
My vehicle is great. It has not had any problems. It performs well in various conditions and it is very reliable. The seats are very comfortable and all of the features and controls are great.
Patricia A
on March 18, 2019
It is solid and safe; as well as, is very responsive handling any type of road condition.
The interior is very luxurious and is extremely comfortable. I performs great and has the horsepower I desire in a car. It is very solid and I feel safe driving it.
Georgina S
on February 25, 2019
It is an older vehicle; but it's paid for and drives excellent
Smooth ride; comfortable; quiet. Dislike that the parts to repair are so expensive.
Vickie D
on January 11, 2019
It is comfortable and I feel safe given the quality of the workmanship.
I like the comfortable size and smooth ride. I like most of the features and that I own it outright. I wish it was a newer model sometimes, but appreciate some of the older features as well.
Nicole H
on December 17, 2018
The car is very easy to handle and makes for a great starter car to learn how to drive one. We used it as a beater car and it worked out very well for our family
Due to the car being very old, there are a lot of keep up with the vehicle. It was also a pre-owned car so that ads to the wear and tear. The sun roof has broken 3 times and the shock system was replaced as well.
Linda Y
on December 13, 2018
BMWs are classics, they maintain their value, and look great, even when they aren't the latest models. The drive is smooth and the horsepower is great.
BMWs are great & last & perform well for years. However, maintenance and repairs after the warranty can be expensive.
Meghan B
on November 10, 2018
2003 BMW 530i, reliable and attractive.
It is a really reliable and comfortable car. Lots of pick up. I really enjoy driving this car. I purchased it used and it has been easy to maintain. Love the heated seats. Wish there was a bit more space in the back seat. The dashboard panel was messed up and my husband was able to fix it quickly.
Breanna C
on October 26, 2018
Sleek and timeless looking BMW.
My 2003 BMW 540i is an amazing car. Although the repairs on it are expensive, as long as you upkeep the maintenance your repairs will be minimal. Performance wise, the car handles amazing- keeps corners nice and tightly with little effort and has a lot of power - it'll put you back in your seat if accelerating too quickly. My 540i came with the sports package, not exactly sure what that included so I don't recommend it, but this car looks very sleek and sporty and gives you confidence when behind the wheel. The only negative about this car, is that it doesn't handle well in snow- at all! But overall, this vehicle is amazing and I plan on owning this one for a very long time.