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2011 BMW 535 consumer reviews

$50,100 starting MSRP
side view of 2011 535 BMW
(100 reviews)
88% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.6
  • Interior 4.6
  • Performance 4.6
  • Value 4.3
  • Exterior 4.7
  • Reliability 4.4
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Awesome Dealership! Extremely clean car & great $$

I got a great car at a great price! Salesman very knowledgeable and professional. They found the car I wanted and at a great price!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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More luxurious car I?ve ever owned

This car was a retirement present to myself. I get compliments every where I go. With 2 kids going to college I need to be more reasonable. The only reason I?m selling.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Excellent Sports/Luxury Sedan

Don't be fooled by other brands that have attempted to mimic BMW's 'Ultimate Driving Machine'. The 5-series is the flagship of the BMW family and the 535 is a road king. Superior combination of performance and comfort, the 535 will not disappoint. With the AWD in the XI model, and the proper winter tires, there is nothing off limits. I live in Colorado and make regular runs to the mountains and a variety of tricky passes and steep roads - no worries. The twin turbo 3.0L engine is one of the best BMW has ever manufactured, and combined with the 8-speed auto/manual transmission, you are in control of a powerhouse. Creature comforts like heated seats and steering wheel, along with a multi-position bucket seat combo keeps you safe and warm. The handling and road positioning is not as super tight as a sports car, but that's not what you want. However, it is a BMW, so make no mistake, cornering and overall handling is excellent. I have also owned a 550 and I will put the 535 right there, minus a few horsepower. But with 320 horsepower and the 8-speed auto/manual trans, you won't feel like the little brother to the 550; to the contrary, the twin turbo delivers immediate torque when you need it - or just want it. Have fun and treat yourself to an ultimate driving experience!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Perfect blend of Luxury and Sport

The F10 535i is attractive and function, while still being fun to drive. I have owned many 5 Series BMWs from 1990 thru this 2011 and the F10 is certainly the most luxurious. It is an amazing car, especially for a daily-driver.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Incredible Sports Sedan

This vehicle is the flagship of the BMW 5-series lineup. It will not disappoint as the 6 cyl twin turbo and auto-manual transmission will have you smiling every time you start her up. There is a reason the BMW is called the 'Ultimate Driving Machine', and it's not just a tag line. The motor is very responsive and the twin turbo horsepower is all that's needed to be the king of the road. Do yourself a favor and test drive one today. This is my second BMW, and will never be without one!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Very Reliable

Amazing car and very comfy, you can race with it and show off with it, although the maintenance is very high its still an amazing car to own

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Really good car

I love this car you just need to test driveit to see how perfect it drives its in excellent condition, since day one been under BMW warranty so there's nothing wrong with it. If you're looking for a good comfort ride you should come and check this car up.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Exceptional car

Love and enjoy driving this car and would recommend to anyone with style and class It handles really well, and the style is out of this world, its truly a very nice car and the price was very fair.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Fun car to drive

The car is fun and has plenty of power. I just don't drive it anymore since I purchased my new truck.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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So far so good!

With all the issues plaguing BMW V8s in recent years, this 535i made my shopping list as a sort of also-ran. That said, it was there because it can be had with a manual transmission. I was certain I was going to relent in my search for a sporty four-door, and get an (automatic) Audi A7 on the used market. Great car, not a manual, but a really great car. One drive in this 6-speed manual converted me, and won me over. This 5-series is the nicest, most luxurious car I've ever owned. I bought this 2011 in July 2017 with just over 50k miles. I never buy new cars. I am not rich, but I am not afraid to work on cars, so I don't fear repair costs. Plus, I did my research on the N55 inline-6 motor, which gets good reviews and few reports of issues. Still enough horses (306) to entertain, and the M-Sport package means it can take a corner. Is it a (2-door) Porsche? No, nothing else is. (I know: I miss my old one a lot.) Know, however, that I test drove used Panameras (2, 4, S), and none were as nice as this.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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