Re: buying? 85 528e (archive)

I am currently considering buying my bosses 85 528e. His father has had it since it was new. It has 184,000 miles onit, but runs very well and has all records. It has spent the last 10 years in Texas and has a great body. My questions are:
1)Are they all pretty slow? I'm currently driving an 83 VW GTI (90 horses, 1700 lbs vs 120 horses 3400 lbs)
2)Are they prone to electrical problems? (the OBC works intermittantly, mirrors dont, some dash lights etc.)
He's asking $2000 and I trust him, but is this a good price?
I've owned plenty of cars, German and other , so I know repair costs. Any input will be helpful. Thanks.

The main mechanical maintenance to be sure is up to date is the timing belt. Good idea to do the water pump at the same time. Jack up the front end and check the suspension for problems. Or drive over a speed bump at about 10 miles per hour. If the front end has a lot of clanking and loose stuff, it costs $$$ to fix. The power situation can be uped with a chip for around 150 used 250 new. If it is a 5-speed car this is good. Automatics are pretty slow but relatively reliable and good comuters. Plan on becoming a junkyard junkie to fix the little stuff.

Hope this helps. Also--TRX wheels are a drag. Tires cost a fortune.

Mike

87 528e with Dinan chip

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