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'95 528 versus 540 ??? (archive)

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Posted by Bob Miller on October 15, 2000 at 19:25:14:

While I'm seduced by the '97 (or later) 540i sport, I can't pull together the bucks, So-o-o-o-o, I'm looking at the '94-5 528 or 540. My questions for those of you in the "know":
While I dream about the '97 540 sport, I can't afford it, AND I really like the body style better in the '94-5 version. I've got a couple questions those wise ones out there:
What's the thinking about the V-8 engine problems in the earlier 540's?? Was it not really a problem?
If getting the 528 is safer, reliability-wise, how can I spruce it up to perform better (chip, suspension, etc?. Is it worth it, or should I take the chance with the 540 engine?
Did the '95 540i come with a 6 speed as an option? Was there a "sport" package?
Suggestions as to finding that perfect white or blue car with low mileage?
Thanks to anyone who responds! I have to log off for now, but PLEASE write to my e-mail, if you will: rbmiller@ucdavis.edu


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