530i Sport vs 535i Prem

maximum_t · 12-18-2009, 03:21 PM

I am looking at two cars. A 2007 530I with the Sports Package and a 2008 535i with the Premium Package (not Sports). Price is within $300. Mileage is higher on the 2008. Which one would you buy?

ps. I have never owned a BWM.

Bmoney2K4 · 12-19-2009, 12:30 PM

The 535i simply because of the engine performance. Also, if you were to choose the 530i, you would probably regret not paying about the same price for the 535i instead.

Nikos335i · 12-19-2009, 12:38 PM

The 535i without a doubt as not only do you get a better engine you will also get the LCI version of the E60. Newer design headlights, tailights, door panels, etc, etc.

If I was in your place it would be a no brainer unless the higher mileage is really high to make you consider the 07. Good luck regardless of choise.

niuzai · 12-19-2009, 04:53 PM

535i of cos. you can easily bring it to 400hp-450hp next time.

HSX · 12-31-2009, 03:58 AM

I think you should go with 530i sport, only because of my own personal experience. BMW without a sports package is a HUGE disappointment. You can barely tell 535i apart from the 530i by looking at the exterior, but you can certainly tell them apart by looking at the interior. If you love the feel of drive more than finicky little improvements, then you should certainly go with the sports package. To be honest with you, BMW with or without a sports package is like a difference between day and night.

MrLiou168 · 06-19-2010, 12:21 PM

You cannot even compare the 2 cars.

E92BSM10 · 06-24-2010, 02:06 PM

M/// for me always got to be sporty

interlago_m3 · 07-02-2010, 02:24 PM

535 + coilover

sbux · 07-14-2010, 06:56 PM

dont get 535. it has HPFP issue just like 335. I would go for 530.

jelek · 07-16-2010, 12:31 AM

what is HPFP ?

tntexan72 · 07-28-2010, 09:02 PM

Bimmer w/sport package is a must if you are into all that.

Acornz · 08-02-2010, 02:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sbux

dont get 535. it has HPFP issue just like 335.

You will not be disappointed with the performance of the 535 (as long as you have no HPFP issues)

jdcinc21 · 08-02-2010, 05:39 PM

535

BrunoT · 08-16-2010, 08:49 AM

High Pressure Fuel Pump. I keep reading this term all the time when searching reliability info. Unfortunately I am reading dozens of accounts of problems with the turbocharged 335/535 engines and almost none with the older 3.0. At least none that cause you to get stranded.

Does anyone have information on if BMW has found a real fix for this issue? Or are they just replacing the same part only to have it fail later?

Da_Meister_22 · 08-16-2010, 09:57 AM

I would've deff gone with a 535i if they were the same price when I bought mine.

Boba Fett · 08-16-2010, 11:40 AM

535i for sure.

BrunoT · 09-13-2010, 11:26 PM

Those who appreciate the BMW difference in handling would choose the sport package. If not, buy a Lexus GS350, it's more reliable. Ok, maybe the non-sport still handles better than that. But my experience with non-sport e39 vs sports was that the non-sport was not even close. I assume it's similar with these.

The 535's extra power is nice, but this is a bmw, not a mustang you'll be drag racing through town. Keep that in mind.

The n54 turbo has had a ton of problems reported vs the other engine. BMW high pressure fuel pump...google it or search here. If you feel lucky and never drive where getting stranded matters all that much, then go for it.

Do not feel you have only two to choose from. Be patient, search around, and wait till what you want comes up. Be wary, run an autocheck and carfax, have it inspected before buying, and always assume something's fishy, because in my experience over half I've looked at over the years had undisclosed "issues" in some way. BMW's are great, but they attract sleazebags in greater numbers than more mundane rides.

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maximum_t Registered 3 Rep 1 Posts Drives: 2007 530i Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Northern Kentucky iTrader: (0)	530i Sport vs 535i Prem I am looking at two cars. A 2007 530I with the Sports Package and a 2008 535i with the Premium Package (not Sports). Price is within $300. Mileage is higher on the 2008. Which one would you buy? ps. I have never owned a BWM.
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Bmoney2K4 Captain 185 Rep 885 Posts Drives: 2016 535i Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Los Angeles, California iTrader: (0)	The 535i simply because of the engine performance. Also, if you were to choose the 530i, you would probably regret not paying about the same price for the 535i instead.
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niuzai Enlisted Member 0 Rep 42 Posts Drives: e81 3dr Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: sg iTrader: (0)	535i of cos. you can easily bring it to 400hp-450hp next time.
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HSX Registered 0 Rep 4 Posts Drives: 530i Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Surrey, Canada iTrader: (0)	I think you should go with 530i sport, only because of my own personal experience. BMW without a sports package is a HUGE disappointment. You can barely tell 535i apart from the 530i by looking at the exterior, but you can certainly tell them apart by looking at the interior. If you love the feel of drive more than finicky little improvements, then you should certainly go with the sports package. To be honest with you, BMW with or without a sports package is like a difference between day and night.
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MrLiou168 New Member 2 Rep 19 Posts Drives: 2008 535xi, 1999 M3 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Hoboken, NJ iTrader: (2)	You cannot even compare the 2 cars.
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interlago_m3 Private 15 Rep 96 Posts Drives: M3 E92/ E60 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (2) Garage List 2008 M3 [10.00] 06 E60 [0.00]	535 + coilover
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sbux First Lieutenant 13 Rep 343 Posts Drives: 330i 06 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: NY iTrader: (0)	dont get 535. it has HPFP issue just like 335. I would go for 530.
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jelek Enlisted Member 2 Rep 32 Posts Drives: 08 535i Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: LA iTrader: (0)	what is HPFP ?
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tntexan72 New Member 0 Rep 7 Posts Drives: 2008 550i M Sport Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Houston iTrader: (0)	Bimmer w/sport package is a must if you are into all that.
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jdcinc21 New Member 0 Rep 5 Posts Drives: 2004 545i Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: tx iTrader: (0)	535
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BrunoT Second Lieutenant 9 Rep 242 Posts Drives: 2012 F-150 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Atlanta, GA iTrader: (0)	High Pressure Fuel Pump. I keep reading this term all the time when searching reliability info. Unfortunately I am reading dozens of accounts of problems with the turbocharged 335/535 engines and almost none with the older 3.0. At least none that cause you to get stranded. Does anyone have information on if BMW has found a real fix for this issue? Or are they just replacing the same part only to have it fail later?
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Boba Fett New Member 0 Rep 13 Posts Drives: 2008 535i Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: San Diego iTrader: (1)	535i for sure.
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09-13-2010, 11:26 PM	#17
BrunoT Second Lieutenant 9 Rep 242 Posts Drives: 2012 F-150 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Atlanta, GA iTrader: (0)	Those who appreciate the BMW difference in handling would choose the sport package. If not, buy a Lexus GS350, it's more reliable. Ok, maybe the non-sport still handles better than that. But my experience with non-sport e39 vs sports was that the non-sport was not even close. I assume it's similar with these. The 535's extra power is nice, but this is a bmw, not a mustang you'll be drag racing through town. Keep that in mind. The n54 turbo has had a ton of problems reported vs the other engine. BMW high pressure fuel pump...google it or search here. If you feel lucky and never drive where getting stranded matters all that much, then go for it. Do not feel you have only two to choose from. Be patient, search around, and wait till what you want comes up. Be wary, run an autocheck and carfax, have it inspected before buying, and always assume something's fishy, because in my experience over half I've looked at over the years had undisclosed "issues" in some way. BMW's are great, but they attract sleazebags in greater numbers than more mundane rides.
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