03-21-2024, 07:16 PM | #1 |
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540i 2017 vs 2018...Decisions
Featured on BIMMERPOST.com First time posting here, hope ive asked in the right place. Been looking around for a decent 540i M sport in the UK for a while, First BMW for me. Seen two and was wondering what would be a better choice and if there are any major differences. Option 1: 2017 BMW in Mediterranean Blue, 55,000 miles, 2 owners Comes with near enough every possible option i've seen including: - Comfort Seats (massage, ventilated) - Nappa Leather - Driving assist plus, Parking assist plus - B&W Speakers - Tech, comfort, Visibility and premium packs - Adaptive suspension Option 2: 2018 (late model) BMW in carbon black, 45000 miles, 4 owners Comes with: - Comfort seats (massage, ventilated) - Premium, comfort and tech options such as HUD - Carbon Fibre Trim styling (been told this was an option on the G30 at time of original purchase) The difference between them is 1k (Option 2 being more expensive). I'm siding with the car with more options but not sure how it is in reality considering ive not had a BMW before. They are each around 27K GBP and are BMW CPO vehicles with full service history. Also not looking to have the car for long term, potentially 2/3 years of ownership so i am considering the resale values but that could change if I enjoy myself too much in either of them. Really appreciate any advice you can give thanks! |
03-21-2024, 11:06 PM | #3 |
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I would question 4 owners in 6ish years on the 2018. Ownership averaged, what, a year and a half? Is there something wrong with the car? Could the owners not make payments and the car repossessed?
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03-22-2024, 12:21 AM | #4 |
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If it were me, I’d go for option 1
Very nicely specced up car there. Would have cost a fair amount new Engine is rock solid so nothing to worry about Only thing to be aware of are coolant leaks that are common across the range( just search these forums). This may have already been addressed previously potentially Cracking engine, one of the best out there The semiautonomous stuff is good Yeh I’d go for the loaded up one to be honest You won’t be disappointed with the 540. I had a 2017 540 for 5 years and really enjoyed it Fast, very refined, economical if you want it to be. Quality interior I would recommend you get your connected drive setup and subscribe to at least the RTtI ( real time traffic updates) well worth it . Saved me countless hours of being stuck in traffic over the years Map updates also worth having. The other subscriptions less so imho |
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I did question this but did some digging, first owner was BMW covering a few thousand miles. Second owner had it for roughly 20,000 miles, 3rd owner had the car for less than 3 months in 2020. Not sure why but it was during covid so maybe something to do with that. 4th owner had the car for an additional 20,000 miles approx |
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03-22-2024, 05:24 AM | #6 |
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Hey bud
Do you have links to these cars I presume they are saloons ? I saw a gorgeous individual 540i touring for sale with absolutely all options including rear seat entertainment up for sale. I love my 2017 540i Touring and I know Junebug on here loves his too Thanks |
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What a spec on that beauty! Not a massive fan of touring's just yet but hopefully one day! I dont have a link of option 2, carbon black but here is a pic: The link for option 1 is here: https://usedcars.bmw.co.uk/vehicle/2...9779&enquire=1 Last edited by kamal-s; 03-22-2024 at 06:54 PM.. |
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03-22-2024, 06:39 AM | #10 |
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+1 on the blue, it looks a great spec and great colour combo. I'd certainly have it...
Has the exhaust has been upgraded? Those look slightly larger than the regular tailpipes but the spec. doesn't mention anything beyond the normal M-Sport / M-Sport Pro. |
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03-22-2024, 06:39 AM | #11 |
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Having seen option 1 now , that looks very nice indeed
Nice number plate aswell! Looking forward to the bmw ultimate meet. Last year 1100 cars there apparently. |
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Four owners is a bit questionable, but here in Europe, this is common for any car that has some performance. That aside, based on the description alone, I would be inclined to go for the black car. The blue car seems more luxury oriented (with the dreaded adaptive suspension), and appears to have a lot of added options-based weight. The cosmetics are also less sporty (med blue, wood trim with white leather, etc.). That said the blue one does appear to have the MPE, which is a very nice extra. |
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03-22-2024, 07:49 AM | #13 |
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What’s dreaded about the adaptive suspension in your view?
Suspension obviously a personal choice , the adaptive does at least give you 2 distinct modes , comfort and sport depending upon your requirements at the time You’ll get an adaptive mode as well although that’s not refenceing the suspension specifically but a mode that adapts as required Not driven se or msport on a g30 so can’t comment on them |
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The only complaint I have with the 704 is the rebound. The initial deflection from the springs is quite controlled, but the dampers feel a bit too comfy when hauling the chassis back to earth. Easily addressed by some Konis or something equivalent. Not bad, ofc, but rather what the Germans call "Restkomfort." |
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Option 1 no question. B&W stereo is a great spec to have, though I would have preferred a 704 vs a DHP suspension.
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