2007 550i or 2008 528i CPO

baron · 06-01-2009, 02:38 PM

I looked around and seems like the prices of the 2007 550i seems quite close to that of a 2008 528i.

I know that the 2008 has a slight redesign but the differences appear to be subtle. Another advantage of the 2008 is that in general it will have more warranty left.

How much can I expect to offer for a 2007 550i and 2008 528i, both CPO, around 15 to 20k miles? In general, the asking price ranges from $38k to $43k. In general, the 550i tends be equipped with more options. I am opting out of the 535i since long term reliabilty is questionable. 2008 550i seems to be out of my budget.

Which car should I consider, 2007 550i or 2008 528i?

Of course the 550i has much more power, but this will be a family car and I have a R35 GT-R already. Also, the fuel economy for the 550i does not seem to be a lot worse than that of the 528i so that is a bonus.

Thanks.

geneatals · 06-02-2009, 08:52 PM

how about a 2008 535i? best of both worlds: performance, gas mileage, and price.....not to mention upgrading the performance on a 535i is less expensive with bigger gains on the N54 engine than the NA V8 550i.

If you get the 528i, you will be missing the power of the 550i/V8..that is why I think you should meet in the middle and get a 535i....GL

baron · 06-02-2009, 10:36 PM

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Originally Posted by geneatals

how about a 2008 535i? best of both worlds: performance, gas mileage, and price.....not to mention upgrading the performance on a 535i is less expensive with bigger gains on the N54 engine than the NA V8 550i.

If you get the 528i, you will be missing the power of the 550i/V8..that is why I think you should meet in the middle and get a 535i....GL

Yeah, I thought about the 535i too, but I am concerned about the long term reliabilty. I currently have a 335 that BMW is buying back due to a host of fuel pump related issues, so that's it for me. The 528 and 550 seems more solid in this regard.

silvergray545 · 06-03-2009, 07:11 AM

To be honest, go with the 550i. If you buy a 528i, you might regret not getting the V8.

BMW BRAD · 06-03-2009, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by silvergray545

To be honest, go with the 550i. If you buy a 528i, you might regret not getting the V8.

^^^ +1 ^^^ I totally agree! The 550i is much better!

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baron Second Lieutenant 9 Rep 212 Posts Drives: 2011 BMW 528i Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Bay Area, CA iTrader: (2)	2007 550i or 2008 528i CPO I looked around and seems like the prices of the 2007 550i seems quite close to that of a 2008 528i. I know that the 2008 has a slight redesign but the differences appear to be subtle. Another advantage of the 2008 is that in general it will have more warranty left. How much can I expect to offer for a 2007 550i and 2008 528i, both CPO, around 15 to 20k miles? In general, the asking price ranges from $38k to $43k. In general, the 550i tends be equipped with more options. I am opting out of the 535i since long term reliabilty is questionable. 2008 550i seems to be out of my budget. Which car should I consider, 2007 550i or 2008 528i? Of course the 550i has much more power, but this will be a family car and I have a R35 GT-R already. Also, the fuel economy for the 550i does not seem to be a lot worse than that of the 528i so that is a bonus. Thanks. __________________ 2011 BMW 528i 2009 Nissan GTR
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geneatals Ninja 390 Rep 4,014 Posts Drives: 2019 530e Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: So Cal (SFV) iTrader: (3)	how about a 2008 535i? best of both worlds: performance, gas mileage, and price.....not to mention upgrading the performance on a 535i is less expensive with bigger gains on the N54 engine than the NA V8 550i. If you get the 528i, you will be missing the power of the 550i/V8..that is why I think you should meet in the middle and get a 535i....GL __________________ 2019 AW G30 530e l ZPP l ZMP l ZDH Retired: 2016 F80 M3, 2012 E90 M3, 2008 535i
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