talk me into/out of e39 - BMW Forum

devon.818 · 05-08-2011, 04:01 PM

i currently have an e30. but its not exactly what i want, has a riced out look and NEED a change. i've owned two e30's, the first an automatic and then this one. my current one is my DD, but it handles great and is FAST!

now i might potentially trade this car for a e39 98 with a 5sp. has 190k on it.

this is where i need YOUR opinions:

up sides-
more modern
more reliable power from m50
more room under the hood to add turbo
M5 motor would drop right in
heavier, so i can cut weight easy
4dr, more room

down sides:
4dr for looks
HEAVY
i dont think they're too nimble, not compared to e30
lil more ordinary if left stock
almost the same douche level as e36, BUT it bumps into the "classiness" i always associate bmw's with(i like classy)

so how hard would it be to get this 5series into a worthy DD that is both nimble and quick?

opinions?

devon.818 · 05-08-2011, 09:08 PM

anything?

BBenedict · 05-20-2011, 07:56 PM

I'm not quite sure just what you're looking for. I can only say
that my 540i, with the sport package, is very "nimble."

Having driven one without the sport package I can also say
that they are a very different car.

brettski · 05-20-2011, 10:33 PM

My suggestion would be to find a few of this model on dealers lots and test drive them to see how they fit your needs/desires. In the end cars are a very personal item and what fits you might not fit your brother (much like partners ).

BBenedict · 05-20-2011, 11:28 PM

I second Brettski's idea. Try out a few and find out what
suits you best.

jimmythepie · 05-21-2011, 01:23 PM

BMW= ultimate driving machine=nuff said!

aalike · 05-22-2011, 12:06 PM

Can anyone please let me know if they are selling a camber kit for an e39 im looking to make a purchase! im new to the forum and im always looking for parts as I have 2 97 528i vehicles plz help out! thanx

BBenedict · 05-23-2011, 12:07 AM

aalike, you're in the wrong place to make this request. Please look
over this place a bit and figure it out.

Jack Dabsy · 05-23-2011, 01:54 PM

It's NOT hard to modify the ride... If you want a less spongy experience then get stiffer springs (or bang some assistors on), and maybe replace all the suspension bushes to "Poly"...

aalike · 05-23-2011, 02:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BBenedict

aalike, you're in the wrong place to make this request. Please look
over this place a bit and figure it out.

my fault im new to the site nvr been on b$ someone suggested i try it out I appreciate the help BB

Jack Dabsy · 05-23-2011, 02:16 PM

Not your fault, AALike... It's like getting on the wrong bus... You pay your fare and it goes in the wrong direction !!! It happens LOL