2008 BMW 535i Review, Walkaround, Exhaust, Test Drive
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A midsize luxury sedan that offers all the right sounds, balance, and handling expected from the BMW badge. At the same time, that badge means you will pay more for this car relative to it's competition. If you have to go with a German brand, this car is the original and one of the best. At the same time, we'd recommend checking out it's Japanese competition if value and lower ownership cost is more important for you.
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I bought a 2008 BMW 535i and love it!!!!! It is very fast and fun to drive. The stereo system is the best I have ever heard in a vehicle. It is very comfortable and I have NO complaint.
@abdullahnsy
6 жыл бұрын
myra wilkinson so after 2 years, do you recommend it?
@StarkPVP
6 жыл бұрын
I've had mine for 3 years, my favorite car and I agree with everything the person above said still. So sad that I have to get rid of it as I beat the absolute living shit outta it and now the transmission is fucked at 85k
@extortionmusic675
4 жыл бұрын
StarkPvP I want to buy one with 74k miles that costs $7.5k is it worth it ?
@lukasgraumann6156
4 жыл бұрын
GTA 5 MONEY SERVICE PS4 ONLY of course
@VloggingWithDane
4 жыл бұрын
BOBBY METH-HEAD I’m thinking about buying one too. Let me know when you buy yours and tell me if you like it
Wtf is the point of push to start if you have to insert the key anyways
@kalion81
6 жыл бұрын
King Spencer .. you don’t have to insert the key I have an 08 535i and I never insert the key .. I don’t know what this guy is talking about..
@jayseol7525
6 жыл бұрын
KA Lion 5443 this one doesn’t have the smart key
@tmillz120
6 жыл бұрын
have to insert it then start it then you shut it off then pull out key and push start lol
@user-yx6kw7vs8g
5 жыл бұрын
KA Lion 5443 Then I’m guessing you have comfort access...
@B8killerPan
5 жыл бұрын
Security?
We also will review used cars on the market, particularly if they are in good shape. Plus, the used car market is quite popular and consumers want to know how they hold up along with the specifications of the vehicle.
Remarkable review. Mad respect for this one. "This is a BMW for Christ sake". I love that
@davidmclachlan1225
2 жыл бұрын
Ihŕ 4.f.ff.ffffm..ff.,mmffmf.f,NBC cops top
I have fallen in love with this car
@nevessl998
4 жыл бұрын
Has is it been reliable? Any major repairings?
@savagelouie4498
4 жыл бұрын
I've had it for 3 years and just the ac/compressor and brakes and tires I've done
@luisledezma9989
4 жыл бұрын
Savage Louie would you recommend me this car??
@luisledezma9989
4 жыл бұрын
Someones selling ne a 2008 for 4,200 is that ok?
@1970borntorun
4 жыл бұрын
Yeah, it took me a while, because most hardcore Bimmer-philes regard the E39 as the BEST 5 Series ever built, but this car grew on me too. Once you get past the ugly Bangle-Butt! lol :)
You do a great job reviewing.
Loved this! What a remarkable and informative review!!! A+
I have a 09 535i. It's such a great car and fast too!
wow, great review. I love how you review cars. Top Notch! Keep reviewing, loving it.
We think the 535i's power is sufficient. However, these N54 motors were known to have some recalls and issues. Make sure they are taken care of before making your purchase.
@onesocold
2 жыл бұрын
Where could I find a recall list?...
@satkarsingh117
2 жыл бұрын
Hey boss, there's one 535xi up for sale. It's got 160,000kms on it. What you suggest, should I think of buying it now in 2022?
I owned my '08 535i for 4 years before I discovered it had a heated steering wheel. 🤣🤣🤣 (The button to activate it is NOT in plain site.) I live in Wisconsin and the winters here can be super snowy and super cold. Amazingly, I have NEVER had trouble in the snow as it's a rear wheel drive. (I use all season tires.) The heated seats (and steering wheel) are a blessing in the cold and the A/C blows VERY cold. Lots of extras. Blah blah blah. *It being a (twin) turbo change your oil very often. Turbos tend to need good quality CLEAN oil since they spin at ungodly speeds and can fail if not properly maintained. Don't be a cheapskate and change every 7000+ miles. Every 3k-5k miles is what I do and I'm good. I have 200,000 miles and get 30 mpg with cruise set at 70mph. Yes you must use premium fuel.
@landonb2884
4 жыл бұрын
Just wondering, have you had any issues whatsoever with the vehicle?
Excellent car. The only thing to look for before buying one is to check for the Westgate rattle, HPFP and turbo leakage. This problem is well known in N54 turbo BMW engines, 535i, 335i etc. It will require you to purchase a brand new set of turbos. So make sure you have a warranty that covers all internally lubricated parts or have the car checked for those issues, even a slight problem can lead to more serious ones. New turbos cost around 2-3 thousand and installation can be over 4 grand. BMW has extended the warranties on the N54 with accordance to the Westgate issue, 8 years 80k miles, whichever comes first from the day the car was originally first sold.
Thanks for the great review, very honest opinions.
What I like about this channel is that they not only talk about the good things about the car, they also talk about the bad things. Some channels on KZread doesn't do that and we all know what KZread channel I'm talking about.
Good car, amazing review thanks!
Nicely done review, loved it.
Excellent review! Very informative and concise. Keep up the good work. Regarding i-drive for potential owners, take 30 minutes and read the manual.
Love your videos! keep them up watch them a lot gear heads delight! :D
Huh, I don't know what planet some of you people are from, but this car is EXCELLENT! I've had this car for several years now and absolutely no problems whatsoever. Purchased the car certified pre-owned and one of the best decisions I've ever made, next to the certified 2003 pre-owned Mercedes Benz C320 I purchased many years ago (RIP-Car Accident); I really enjoyed that car as well. But let's not digress.... Well, if you want a great BMW, that's roomy, strong, fast and reliable this is it. Don't listen to the naysayers. I'm a proud owner and I love it! #BMW535i08
@1PrinceJay
8 жыл бұрын
I'm considering getting one. Thanks!!
@totallywinningprogamer9860
8 жыл бұрын
How's the handling? I'm planning to buy an E60 to daily drive.
@xtremestunt
7 жыл бұрын
Im really considering getting one soon! Do you have any input you could tell me about this car? Anything bad or costly you've had to deal with?
@lakeshorerides
6 жыл бұрын
Affinity Keep the Vanoss system in check, but other than that, when we had our 2010 it was a great car. And it was pretty rare with x drive and m sport package. It hauled ass and took corners well, and you could fit five happily in it (4 if it's a family)
@Beachboyig
6 жыл бұрын
I have one and I absolutely love it!!!
Absolutely. I think the white on black is a fantastic contrast!
decent review man, thank you
Great review
Great review 👌 👍
love the interior.. suprisingly nice looking in white too.
@egwuogusmarth.c4949
2 жыл бұрын
Yea really great in white color, but I am somewhat skeptical of my choice for 2008 bmw e60 over e 2008 e class what do you think
It's a first generation Fusion, we actually have a review of an 06 on the channel already.
added one in the last year. 2k8 and 150k miles for 3 grand. well taken care of and ive enjoyed it alot
the car is very capable on good curvy roads if you know how to drive. the DCT tran is great.
This styling still looks modern today. I like it! BUT, my favorite 5 series will always be the E39..... timeless, imposing front end, and muscular from the right angle.
@spaceworm94
2 жыл бұрын
You could have waited 9 years to make this comment and it would still be true. Chris got the last laugh.
@chrism6718
Жыл бұрын
E39😎🫶🏽
This was well made, hope the host made more.
I like the F10 5 series, but these are so much more connected and buttoned down feeling... and yes, the V8 is a lot of fun :)
It was by far the best driving generation once you ditched the crappy RFTs though. Firm ride and excellent handling and the comfort seats were probably the most comfortable seats available in a car. I haven't driven an F10 but many F10 owners who had E60s before wish they kept their old E60s.
The E39 5-Series is still my favorite generation.
love the engine note
When these first cars came out I was soo f-ing crazy for this car, I thought it looked so modern and only wished I could afford one..
If im not mistaken, It looks like the previous owner blacked all those things out. I also noticed that it seems to have the Euro headlights with the clear reflector instead of the amber colour!
My mom drives a 2006 525xi, and I love it.
Love my e61. Restoring it now.
SOFYAN! im thinking about getting the 550i. not the newest one but the last generation. what do you think. or is the 535i's power sufficient?
mine doesnt have parking sensor but has more options on the idrive button near the gear, dont know why tho
wich one would u buy bmw 530 2008 wivh is in the video or audi tt 2008 u reviewed?considering that u dont care about the back seat space.
Guy knows his stuff
This car can move!
You just got a subscriber.
Sofyan, can you do a review on a 2014 Ford Fiesta?! Thanks.
I have a 2008 535i. My question is how come my steering wheel is different than yours? Mine doesn’t have the chrome looking trim on the bottom. Was that and option?
I love these.
Even older BMW cars have that high quality interior~ It's like what Mat Watson from CarWow said, no inch of a BMW interior compromises quality~
What is difference between new and old gear knob.? Is IT ONLY the knob or the transmission as wel?
Just bought this car. Unbelievable for the price it is in.
Very Luxurious Vehicle.
Nice Review Of 2008 BMW 535i. 😁
which one gives you a better driving experience? the 335i or the 535i?
bro wat happen to your hair 😂 2012 huh 👍 good job on the vids. can you do the previous models which are my favortie.
Should I get a 535i or 335i from 2009? (even if the 5 series will have more miles), because I heard the 3 series handles better (as it is smaller)
this is going to be my first car 😳
Great car I think best in white
they sure did, we think the previous owner had good taste. It looks even better on this white exterior color.
He said if you have to have German !! I'm trying got get a way from German cars and I don't like Japanese so which way to go ? Now I'm surprising my self and really thinking about the new Cadillac's specially the CTS . Thank you great review as always ..
Do this model have Tyre pressure monitoring, sports mode , eco mode , hill assist ?
you don't really have to "rev the nuts" outa this car.... LOL
@buba4267
6 жыл бұрын
playdoh1975 that goes with any BMW , since most of their engines produce all of their torque down low. That’s why it’s SO easy to speed in those cars. You don’t realize you’re going 80 in a 45..... until you look down and see the speedo... or see a cop behind you.
@1970borntorun
3 жыл бұрын
Kinda like my Honeymoon! lol
one of the most beautiful sedans ever made
@tobiojo3926
5 жыл бұрын
Lol I know this is weird but there is one in my city and My dad said he gonna get me a new car and im hoping to get this you wouldn't believe the price if I told you
@funoryx1169
5 жыл бұрын
@Trey W. Warchild less
I just got one I like it
Do you have a review for the 2007 E60 540i?
I don't know coffeeman, BMW is well known for their inline 6 engines, and they sound amazing in their sportier cars. In the 5 series they made it so quiet that you don't really hear that amazing engine as much though.
@2theRedlineLLC Is this particular model fairly reliable? My cousin works at BMW and says that the 2008 535i's aren't reliable at all. Thanks.
@TassieLorenzo
6 жыл бұрын
It's reputation is not so great. Go for a V8 version of the Lexus GS is you don't want to deal with maintenance issues. :)
The awesome thing about these cars is the amount of power you can get from these n54 engines with some simple ecu chips. 600 bux at Burger Tuning and you get 100 extra horsepower and 120 extra lbs of torque at the crank. You can pick one up for 17k now used.
@neopro4k541
9 жыл бұрын
I'm thinking Dinan next year..There's a authorized dealer 1hr away from me...
@bryanmeyerott7795
9 жыл бұрын
EXACTLY. Hands down BEST mod for any N54 or N55 powered BMW. I've got one in my E90 335.
@bryanmeyerott7795
9 жыл бұрын
iClassic Why go Dinan? It costs 4 times as much, can only be installed/removed by a dealer, gives you less HP & TQ than the Burger Tuning unit, has only 1 map, doesn't have a map to support E85, doesn't adapt to performance mods, can't make changes to settings on the fly, etc etc. I can go on. I understand that when you hear "Dinan" you think BMW, but c'mon. Why pay a shit ton more for a shit ton less?
@neopro4k541
9 жыл бұрын
Bryan Meyerott send me the link...I'll check out Burger Tuning
@coinsagE46m3
9 жыл бұрын
iClassic www.burgertuning.com/jb4_pnp_BMW_performance_tuner.html
I've seen the kevlar airbag in the door panel stop a bullet before, saved a lady life. So they are almost armored in a way because of that configuration
@rairadrai
3 жыл бұрын
Makes me feel better knowing that. Lightly armored 5 series. I just picked up a 2008 manual.
I have this car and I love the #TwinTurbo❤️
Is this model reliable if it has just under 100,000 miles
The kidneys, rear '535i' badges and all the BMW emblems around the car!
Is this model automatic or 6 speed manual?
Can someone plz help me ... im wondering if he has a sport package on it or does the twin turbo come on it stock
@UPPERROOMENT
6 жыл бұрын
Who's askin? Stock homie... check wiki if it helps.
...we can't even get a pull? 💀👍😎video Bro 💯
conspution l/100k highway ,city?
It's hit or miss. If you pile on the miles the services will add up. Parts can be insanely expensive. Independent shops will cost less than dealers. We had a lot of electrical small things with previous gen 5 series. I'd go for a non-turbo inline 6 for maximum reliability odds, but it's not going to be very fast.
@macgyverade
5 жыл бұрын
Agreed. The turbos was what I was thinking the straight 6 is just fine. It's fast as is 2008 528xi and it is reliable thus far knock on wood
I don't know what is wrong with you people. I LOVE this generation 5 series! This generation BMW 5 series is the only BMW I would buy. It is beautiful in my opinion and I normally do not like foreign car designs. And have you heard the engine note from the E60 M5 v10? It is amazing! Nice review as usual Sofyan!
@TassieLorenzo
6 жыл бұрын
You don't like the E28 better? It's a classic.
Would you be open to review the older version of this car. (1989)
@xxTheUltimateSaabxx
9 жыл бұрын
***** xoquixxoqafxo is his personal channel. He has a 2001 530i
This or the bmw 335i? Both the same year.
How reliable are these?
We sure will when they come out! It's probably about 6 months away from being released.
Who is better mercedes cls 350 or bmw 535?
I NEED ADVICE: I currently have an Acura TL 2004, 200km. Have had it since 2017 August and no problems. Just a strut change. I’m thinking about getting this car. What’s better overall? Better mileage? Better drive? Thanks y’all!
@mrchrisq205
5 жыл бұрын
More Power, RWD, Better Techs! Worst on Gas, Higher Maintenance Bills, Better drive for sure.
@blackbirdgaming8147
5 жыл бұрын
Make sure yours isn’t a borderline lemon like ours was. We had a ton of issues. Something to be careful of.
Why do you feel bad? I dont know much about these cars but do they have a lot of problems at that age?
Do you guys recommend this car?
What was the random chime for, at 11:43?
11:44 he looked concerned lol
@nurousek123
3 жыл бұрын
Check Engine light
great car you can buy for so cheap.
@jesusmunoz8686
6 жыл бұрын
elijah morris why is it so cheap?
@edk487
5 жыл бұрын
Jesus Munoz because it’s 10 years old.
@likesubstance7068
5 жыл бұрын
They sound nice too, straight piped e60 on my page
@blackbirdgaming8147
5 жыл бұрын
Mike Acker Not only are they over 10 years old, 2008 was a bad year for the 535i. My dad’s 535i was great when it worked, but more often than not it didn’t and was in the shop.
The 2009 version of this car was better. It had a better version of the iDrive and less issues, basically it was the debugged version of this car. I had one for 12 years, every day I drove it, it put a smile on my face.
does it support bluetooth music?
wonder how much insurance on this would be?
great review, going to get 535i same year model soon
@TekGeekHD
9 жыл бұрын
Omar Abdul same. :)
@831lance
8 жыл бұрын
Omar Abdul have you got one? how do you like it?
@MatthewMaok
8 жыл бұрын
Go for 2009. Newer idrive, 2008 still uses the old idrive
@drewfonseca1777
7 жыл бұрын
does this car have an aux port ?
@thelegends7716
6 жыл бұрын
Drew Fonseca of course
is it lowered?
Not quite a base model, this one has the sport package.
Besides the M5, the N5* motors are the best engine option for the 5 series. Don't need that V8.
Does it include GPS in the standard model ?
@michaelhasdo6345
8 жыл бұрын
yes
I'm looking at a 2009 535i with about 40k miles for 28k..I've heard that BMW's require a lot of expensive maintenance, is this true?
@egwuogusmarth.c4949
2 жыл бұрын
It is Japanese cars that requires a lot of maintenance from time to time but for German cars they are far more reliable than any other car you can think of
Why does he push the gear shifter so aggressively lol And I'll definitely get me this car. With a sport package and as facelift it's one of the most beautiful cars ever
Don’t all bmws have sunroofs standard except m with carbon toof and convertibles
@Jeff Evans its not old he has reviews on older cars lol
What's the difference between the 535i engine and the engine on the 335i?
@lethallimevids4997
7 жыл бұрын
Nothing mate, its the same engine.