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Looking at getting one of these in the not too distant future, been looking for a while now. Any models to particularly avoid? Ideally I'd like the 535 petrol, but there just aren't any about, so either the 535d or the 530d I guess. I know in the older e60 models the 530 sometimes suffered turbo problems, is that still an issue with the f10/11?
When did the electronic bootlid become standard? I believe it was 2012, but not sure what month.
Cheers
When did the electronic bootlid become standard? I believe it was 2012, but not sure what month.
Cheers
I owned an F11 535i last year, and it was a lovely car.
Took me 8 months to buy though, once I'd decided that was what I wanted.
In that time, only 3 came up for sale, and I wasn't quick enough on the first and didn't like the spec on the second.
I believe only around 70 or so F11 535i were registered in the UK between 2010 and 2015.
Worth it if you can wait for one...
Took me 8 months to buy though, once I'd decided that was what I wanted.
In that time, only 3 came up for sale, and I wasn't quick enough on the first and didn't like the spec on the second.
I believe only around 70 or so F11 535i were registered in the UK between 2010 and 2015.
Worth it if you can wait for one...
VerySideways said:
I owned an F11 535i last year, and it was a lovely car.
Took me 8 months to buy though, once I'd decided that was what I wanted.
In that time, only 3 came up for sale, and I wasn't quick enough on the first and didn't like the spec on the second.
I believe only around 70 or so F11 535i were registered in the UK between 2010 and 2015.
Worth it if you can wait for one...
Sounds like you didn't keep it long though? Took me 8 months to buy though, once I'd decided that was what I wanted.
In that time, only 3 came up for sale, and I wasn't quick enough on the first and didn't like the spec on the second.
I believe only around 70 or so F11 535i were registered in the UK between 2010 and 2015.
Worth it if you can wait for one...
VerySideways said:
Unfortunately not - my financial situation changed with a job change and I needed to clear the decks.
Letting it go was tough after waiting so long to find it!
Almost 40mpg at 77mph cruise, but fast and flowing in Sport+ whilst being capacious and comfortable.
Ah sorry to hear that. Didn't mean to pry. Letting it go was tough after waiting so long to find it!
Almost 40mpg at 77mph cruise, but fast and flowing in Sport+ whilst being capacious and comfortable.
VerySideways said:
I owned an F11 535i last year, and it was a lovely car.
Took me 8 months to buy though, once I'd decided that was what I wanted.
In that time, only 3 came up for sale, and I wasn't quick enough on the first and didn't like the spec on the second.
I believe only around 70 or so F11 535i were registered in the UK between 2010 and 2015.
Worth it if you can wait for one...
That looks lovely, even the wheels I want. You're right about them not coming up very often, one popped up on auto trader last week, every option I want, sold the first day it appeared. Will keep looking, along with the diesel alternatives.Took me 8 months to buy though, once I'd decided that was what I wanted.
In that time, only 3 came up for sale, and I wasn't quick enough on the first and didn't like the spec on the second.
I believe only around 70 or so F11 535i were registered in the UK between 2010 and 2015.
Worth it if you can wait for one...
Anybody know about the electronic tailgate? There's a couple of 530d's on the auc site, both July 2012, neither have it listed so must be later than July I guess.
Not really considered the 520d to be honest, although that would make life easier as there seem to be plenty to choose from.
stumpage said:
Trabi601 said:
Always think the F10/F11 looks very plain in MSport trim. The de-chromed look really doesn't suit the shape.
You can spec an MSport with shiny trim for £0.(Needs turbine alloys, too. And oyster / black interior)
stumpage said:
Trabi601 said:
Always think the F10/F11 looks very plain in MSport trim. The de-chromed look really doesn't suit the shape.
You can spec an MSport with shiny trim for £0.The 535i is super rare(manual my preference) and I check most days to see if one pops up for sale, I had a E61 520d touring and it's worth having a 6-pot in a nice car for me.
Trabi601 said:
stumpage said:
Trabi601 said:
Always think the F10/F11 looks very plain in MSport trim. The de-chromed look really doesn't suit the shape.
You can spec an MSport with shiny trim for £0.(Needs turbine alloys, too. And oyster / black interior)
cerb4.5lee said:
I suppose the chrome does suit the old man image of the 5 series better in all fairness.
Heh.Mine is Luxury, Mediterranean Blue, Turbine Wheels, Sun Protection Pack and Oyster / Black interior. Didn't spec. sports seats as they're too hard. (Got a load of other options, too, best car I've ever had).
Also been looking for one of these but wrong time for me at moment but this one on fleabay looks a really nice motor
535i touring
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/122342453311?_trksid=p20...
535i touring
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/122342453311?_trksid=p20...
I tried for over a year to buy a 535i saloon, gave up, never a decent one for sale, ended up with another 530d and honestly now wonder why I wanted the 535i. It's a heart v head thing but it's not really any quicker than the diesel, the soundproofing inside the facelift is so good that the diesel isn't intrusive, and...
what am I saying? I'll go and hang my head in shame.
what am I saying? I'll go and hang my head in shame.
twokcc said:
Also been looking for one of these but wrong time for me at moment but this one on fleabay looks a really nice motor
535i touring
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/122342453311?_trksid=p20...
Looks exactly like my old one but with a few less miles.535i touring
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/122342453311?_trksid=p20...
Good price too.
twokcc said:
Also been looking for one of these but wrong time for me at moment but this one on fleabay looks a really nice motor
535i touring
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/122342453311?_trksid=p20...
I have indeed seen that one, agreed it looks lovely. Sadly too far away from me to go and see. Not sure why it hasn't sold yet, it's been for sale for a few weeks now with a couple of price drops. The one I saw online more locally which sold on day one was also similar low milage and priced at 20k.535i touring
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/122342453311?_trksid=p20...
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