Should I buy an M5?

ChanceTobias · 03-13-2020, 09:40 AM

Hey guys! I bought a 2007 525i with 160,000 miles almost 2 years ago as my first car and as much as I love it, I think it’s time for something newer. It’s getting close to 200k miles and there’s a few things that need to be fixed.

I want to buy used again and got approved for $30k but want something closer to $15k for a lower monthly payment.

I found a 2008 M5 in my price range but live in Pennsylvania so I’m not sure going with RWD again would be the best for me. What would you guys recommend?

jparnes1 · 03-13-2020, 09:55 PM

It sounds like cost is a concern for you. If that's true, stay away from M cars. They're great to drive but require $$ ton keep them happy.

JayArras · 03-13-2020, 10:39 PM

Yeah, you'll need that other $15k just to keep it maintained. Going from a 525 to an M5 is a big step. Perhaps consider a 535 or 550 instead? The purchase price is just the starting point with these cars.

antzcrashing · 03-15-2020, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by JayArras

Yeah, you'll need that other $15k just to keep it maintained. Going from a 525 to an M5 is a big step. Perhaps consider a 535 or 550 instead? The purchase price is just the starting point with these cars.

Agree with this post. The repair costs for M cars are usually higher than non-Ms. but if you do go M look for the signs of a well cared car, exterior and interior well taken car of, owner is mature and not a racer. Good luck

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jparnes1 Colonel 241 Rep 2,387 Posts Drives: 2016 340i, 2012 Z4 35i Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: NY iTrader: (1)	It sounds like cost is a concern for you. If that's true, stay away from M cars. They're great to drive but require $$ ton keep them happy. __________________ 2016 340i XDrive, EBII/black, 6 MT, M Sport, Track Handling, Cold Weather, Tech, Lighting, Driver Assistance Plus. 2012 Z4 35i, ED 2/24/2012, Melbourne Red Metallic, Black Leather, Carbon Trim, 6MT, M Sport, CW, PP, PS, NAV, CA.
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JayArras Casual Fanatic 32 Rep 191 Posts Drives: '07 530xi Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Fairfield County, CT iTrader: (0)	Yeah, you'll need that other $15k just to keep it maintained. Going from a 525 to an M5 is a big step. Perhaps consider a 535 or 550 instead? The purchase price is just the starting point with these cars. __________________ 2007 530xi, Black Metallic Sapphire, 6 speed manual, Sport package, Cold Weather Package, Premium Package, Premium Sound Package, Sirius Satellite Radio, MTech front bumper, Replica Style 166 wheels
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