Buying a BMW

[Navin]

Hi guys,
Intending to get 523i which is 5-6years left with coe. Have been going many shops to take look. Is there any tips or expert here to advise what are things I should check for before getting the car. So check list or something so that I don't fall for any problematic one. Please advise. It will be very much appreciated

 

[Squeaky Ninja]

Maybe read the 5 series, and the workshop threads. There are some discussions there.

 

[Viper Warrior]

Easiest is to bring to a reputable workshop for a inspection.

 

[Mransellee]

I just bought a 5.5 years 523i with 47k mileage with a LOOOONNNNG list of issues.

 

[Don Lim 99]

I am thinking is better to buy with those full PML service record. if that those mileage can be adjust. or you can buy from BWM second hand car dept. although the price is slightly higher

 

[Mransellee]

Agree... painful and a lot of money spent on wear and tear parts.

Although.... PML cars also they won't change all new.... Tyres, brake pads, filters, servicing, wipers all never do also nobody knows.

 

[The Guardian]

Seriously, do you think those with full PML history has no issues at all? End of the day, if you only believe what the dealers say, then good luck for not doing your home work before you part your hard earn dollar.

 

[Mransellee]

Yup... PML history is useless. They showed me a booklet with servicing done at PML with stamp and sign.....

But my aircon super noisy at full Fan speed.... so immediate quick fix is check the air con filter.

Here's what it looks like! When people gonna change car and sell away... they are not gonna care... I am generalizing here but most of the time it's the case.

 

[hobbespq]

wow... looks bad. better go check mine [emoji17]


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[Mransellee]

It was very very bad... the air con filter guy was shocked.

 

[Mary Fisa]

can try see carbuysg they got quite a few BMWs also i was browsing