I purchased a BMW 535i in 1991 and liked driving it so much, I replaced it with a 540i in 1994. I thought I was insane spending that much money on an automobile. Well, actually I was, but I really wanted one so I indulged myself. In the long run, it turned out to be a good investment. We are still driving that 540 today, making it the lowest lifetime cost vehicle we have ever owned.
It is showing a little rust here and there, but it still doesn't have any rattles and still takes off when you stomp the throttle at 80 MPH. I never drove it faster than 130MPH, although I was told the on-board computer won't cut you off until you hit 152 MPH.
It will soon be time to replace it as the radio no longer works and Mary likes listening while driving. I doubt it will be another 540 this time around. We just don't feel the need for speed these days. Of course, you never know, I just might try fixing that radio...
- Jim