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#188 of 292 Let it snow.... by mod62 Jan 22, 2003 (3:25 pm)
I have a '02 525iT. I agree with snagiel about the charateristics of the wagon. It is a BMW and it drives like one. That is why I got it. I have experiences with and without snows and there is a big difference. I have a ski house which i go to every weekend and the snow tires are needed. The traction control only helps when the car needs to right itself. In fact, you should shut it off when you are stuck in the snow.
#189 of 292 No 530 in the US? by mzagari Feb 14, 2003 (4:24 pm)
I've driven the 530i Wagon in the UK for about 2 years and was disappointed it is not offered in the US. I'm certain I would be disappointed with the 525 (540 would be nice if $ no object).   I loved fastbuck's post (#178) as felt I might have written it. Auto climate control a hassle, xenon headlights a complete annoyance (flashed by other drivers 3-4 times daily on my 20-mile round trip commute in dark Britain), stereo was an abomination in a car this costly. And a few niggling problems (broken rear wiper, non-functional key, etc). (I actually do worry about the inconsiderate xenon lights, driving habits nonwithstanding).   But who buys a BMW for climate control and stereos? Before driving BMWs, I thought the 4000-6000 range on a tach was just for show, and in most cars it is. My wife's car (Camry equivalent), starts to create so much non-functional noise at 4500 rpm that I am compelled to shift up because it sounds as thought the engine might come through the firewall. The only thing keeping the beemer under 6500 rpm is the fuel shut-off to protect the engine from the occasionally overzealoous user. And it's true, the power band in these cars really is from about 4500-5500 and it does sound like a turbine all the way to the red. And the red is 60mph in second gear and 80mph in third so for those worried that shifting is too much work, you won't have to do that many all the way to the legal speed limit! Top speed? I'm no lunatic so have only had 530 up to 110mph, but it was glued to the road all the way there.   In short, people who can identify with the above paragraph, buy the beemer (if you are trolling these pages looking for validation). I would buy a used 530 wagon if I could in the US. (I'm looking at the 330 when I return.)   BTW, 530 with 5-speed got 28mpg in ordinary driving and 22 when pushed hard (4000-6000 rpm fast shifting) so seems a better engine considering 2.5 gets low 20s. For the other guy in these pages looking for European delivery in July 2003, consider the 530 wagon and your friends will never be able to touch it (literally).
#190 of 292 No 530 in USA by mod62 Feb 19, 2003 (1:55 pm)
Yes MZagari it is true. I have posted hear a number of times and am very happy with my 525 with 5 speed. I hope they bring the 3.0 litre with the E60. The probable reason for not having it is that not many of is Yanks like wagons, but I love them. I find sedans restricting for my lifestyle and SUVs unbelieveably useless.
#191 of 292 Stereo Upgarde by chitom Feb 28, 2003 (8:19 am)
I have a 2002 525 with the standard stereo and am curious what I can do to enhance the performance of the system. Any ideas and suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks.
#193 of 292 Hi chitom- Stereo Upgrade by revka Mar 02, 2003 (8:52 pm)
You should also post (copy/paste) your message into our BMW 5-Series Owners Accessories, Modifications, & Upgrades discussion. Good luck, and please return to this discussion to keep us posted on your 2002 525 experience. Happy motoring!   Revka Host Hatchbacks & Wagons Boards
#194 of 292 '99' 528iT wagon-should i buy one by alfismo Mar 13, 2003 (1:29 pm)
looking into purchasing a 1999 5 series 528iT Wagon with 66,000 miles-could use some help on this year of production-am a long time satisfied owner of a 325i with 145000 miles-is the Wagon a reliable car-what thing should i be looking for before purchase-or should i avoid this car all together-the ad says it's an automatic but wouldn't that be a 528iaT ?? what does this mean?
#195 of 292 how flat is flat? by harmonoff Mar 15, 2003 (2:32 am)
Has anybody got a good nights sleep in the back of a 5 series touring wagon? I read the earlier description in july about making something out of 3/4 inch plywood with plastic hooks or something???   But I am 5'11" and would like to know about how flat the loadbed is when you put the back seats down. Do the seat cushions fold forward against the front seats and then the back rests fold down or do the back rests just fold over onto the seat cushions?   Is it long enough for you to sleep in? I have lied down in the back of a jetta wagon and found i just fit if i was a little diagonal.   Also, alfismo: Need more details on the 528iaT you are considering to comment on it. Is it certified? What options does it have? The person who wrote the ad may not be up on their lingo re iat vs. it or even 528i Touring or just 5 series Touring i've seen them called or even 5 series wagon. How much are they asking? Can you sleep in the back or is the load bed making some kind of uncomfortable incline?
#196 of 292 2003 Sports Wagon..Got any advice? by ecclesp Mar 29, 2003 (5:48 pm)
The lease on the current 525 BMW Wagon is soon up and I am thinking of getting a 2003 540 BMW Wagon. Reviews say problems with navigational system..anyone know much about this?? Also, why does the specs say I have to have a cassette deck with the navigational system?? Do you think there will still be climate control problems in the 2003 model..Does anyone know how the 2004 model will be changed from the 2003??
#197 of 292 RE: 2003 Sports Wagon..Got any advice? by ecclesp by snagiel Mar 30, 2003 (8:47 am)
I'm not sure what "problems" you're referring to with the nav system. I'd say there are problems--or, rather, shortcomings--with the design and interface of the system, but the systems are fairly reliable from what I know.   Yes, the nav systems now use a DVD (instead of the old CD), which unfortunately reverts the head unit into circa 1988 and the old cassette player.   What climate control problems are you referring to? Mine works fine.   Changes for 2004 will be substantial, assuming BMW will roll out the E60 platform in time for the model year change (estimates range from this Fall to next Spring).

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