2004 BMW 545 consumer reviews

545 is my 4rth and by far most favorite bimmer i've had.I got it after driving an E39 M5 for a few years,so in in a way it was a step down(it's not as fast and feels less sporty overall). BUT, ride comfort,gas mileage,ext/int design makes it an amazing vehicle to drive and to have! not to mention the maintenance costs; had the car for a couple of years and put 20k miles on it and it needs nothing. and contrary to popular believe the IDRIVE is very easy to use-love it.I would prob keep it for as long as i can.

I purchased a 2004 545i 6 speed manual about 3 months ago. My only regret is driving something else for so many years. This car is a BEAST. It has a refined look but make no mistake ... it's made to be driven. The acceleration and handling are a true thrill. I love the simplicity of the interior and doesn't look like a Japanese or some American luxury cars with a thousand buttons. The six speed manual is a must in my opinion. It shifts so nicely and you truly become one with the car. The only reason I gave it a 4 stars for comfort is that my wife said that she thinks the seat is uncofortable on long road trips. Ths was suprising to me seeing that I think the seats are masterpieces ... so I tried to convince her not to feel that way and to never bring that up again. Just kidding .... but I was disappointed. Reliability ... I've only owned the vehicle for 3 months but I need to replace the windshield washer fluid motor because it's leaking. I will do it myself for <$100 .. so not a huge deal, but hope this is not a monthly occurrence that something needs to be fixed. I live in Southern Ohio so we don't get a ton of snow in the winter but I will certainly want to pick up some winter tires. Looks like I will be able to find some for under $500 (to include wheels) on Craigslist so not a huge deal but you need to consider this.

I wasn't sure if I should get the big V8 with the current gas prices, but I am sure glad I did. I have a lot of fun using the power, and I am still getting 21.5 MPG in Atlanta trafic with my 545i. Don't buy a BMW without trying the comfort seat option, because they are awesome. The comfort seats have the wings that wrap around your neck, and the side support. Awesome power, handling, and comfort! Nothing beats a BMW!

As one of the most powerful 5 series ever made, this BMW E60 comes with a 4.4 liter V8 engine that produces 325hp/330tq, seats 5 full sized adults, and can haul 4 ppl and overtake any fixed up wannabe's. Comfort, styling, and interior room are high points of this car; of course, since it is a V8 the gas mileage suffers unless you go lightly on the gas pedal (but every BMW begs to be driving hard, and this one is no exception). Overall it is a great tourer and a family sedan that has the character!

My 540i got totalled after 5 years of ownership and I just couldnt see myself straying far away from the 5 series. So I decided to buy the e60 2004 BMW 545i and man have I been loving it. Its much bigger than my old car yet its lighter and has more power. It is a joy to drive! The seats are very comfortable and the features list compared to other cars is quite extensive. Just like my 540, it has been quite reliable as long as you take care of it. Its only been little sensors here and there but nothing major and all but 1 I've been able to do change myself. If you're looking for the ultimate when it comes to a 4 door car that can play its part in sport, there is nothing that beats the 5 series!

My wife an I have also a 2007 335i Twin Turbo, which is an amazing car, so upgrading our 99 528 was a challenge. I was going to get an M5 e39 (2003), but had a change of heart and I don't regret for a single moment! The 545i V8 has tons of power and performance that almost equals the e39 M5, but with the new body, and gadgets . . . plenty of them! As for all BMWs, I believe that the sport suspension is a must; With that said, the 545i manages to deliver an excellent performance suspension without loss of comfort. The comfort seats are absolutely unbelievable! The engine purrs (if you make an effort to hear it from inside the super quiet cabin). I have the Head Up Display, to which I became addicted. Mine is a manual 6-speed transmission and shifts like butter! I did have the CDV altered, so no jerky shifts from 1st to 2nd gear. The sound system (Logic 7) rivals my recording studio! I always go check the mixes in the car! The active suspension is truly remarkable. You can put that big comfy car on a pin curve and it doesn't even tilt! It is a dream car. Better than that, just an e60 M5 ... or the new M5, for that matter! As for the reliability, this is our 11th BMW. From a 1984 320 to now, there is no other way to go, but BMW. Cost of repairs? Which repairs?

The car has a very nice design and has a lot of power. It is way better than the 525 and the 530. I bought it when it first came out in Novemver 2003.

this is the Best of the E60 models.. Power, Performance, Comfort. Best BMW Model ever.. I luv 545i better than 550i.. drive both and you will know..

The place I went to was very nice and the staff was friendly and professional. The car was a good price and pretty and drove like a charm but the numerous gadgets were not working properly adn the car had to be jump started just for the test drive. My lesson is the more gadgetry a car has on it and the older the car, run run run. The GPS was chattering constantly and not accurately mapped, sunroof wouldnt close, turn on the AC and got blasted with heat.. nice car but too many expensive things to fix

This vehicle allows you to conquer the asphalt in sleek sophisticated style with passing power and on-rails handling. The 545i possess power and agility, and it looks better than the newest 5-series of 2010. The 545i has better handling and fuel economy than the 550i because of its smaller and lighter motor, and is sheer driving pleasure. Skip the navigation on used cars; a hand-held unit is much more up to date.