Any 530e owners out there?

Very nice and looks like you have the 360 camera from the app you can open the cameras and get a picture of it when its parked

Ricey3509 wrote: »

Picked up car today, delighted with it so far. Car is in immaculate condition, I spent a while this afternoon trying to find a swirl mark , still haven't found one, interior is 'as new' as well. Great to drive as well so looking forward to a few years or more of ownership on this one. I'm surprised how useful the HUD is, never had it in a car before but it really means you don't have to take your eyes off the road.

bmwfan wrote: »

Very nice and looks like you have the 360 camera from the app you can open the cameras and get a picture of it when its parked

Actually that option isn’t showing up in the app for me , l must look into it. The 360 view is actually very good , makes it very easy to park which is nice since this is the biggest car l’ve ever owned. l haven’t got the nerve yet to try the self parking, not sure l ever will!

Gumbo wrote: »

Had it on the Nissan Leaf

Although the BMW version that I used is substantially better.

The one that can look at an impression of the car from various angles outside?

Searching for 530e on UK websites and saw Price difference between 182 and 191 530e from bmw UK dealer is roughly 1800£ same colour n spec. Which one would be better from resale as I will be looking to own it for 3 years.

mickdw wrote: »

You will likely work out cheaper over all with the 18 unless the 19 is the facelift with the totally new dash display. Vrt difference too with the 19 possibly 500 more

Mine is the 2020 model (build date >= Jul 19) with the 12kWh battery and updated dash (iDrive 7) , If that’s not important then as Mick points out the 18 might work out better value.

SummerK wrote: »

Thanks mick. Its 2019 9.2kwh battery with old dash display. I tried calculating vrt on ros site and there are two 530E MSport and vrt on second one was over €1000. Not sure which one is correct.

Spoke to a couple of dealers and cars they've listed cars on bmw website are already sold like weeks ago. It appears that some dealers are not updating their stock regularly.

The 2 options are 46g and 49g co2. You would need to see the v5 cert from uk to be sure.
I had a main dealer tell me it 41 after asking him was it 46 or 49 so dont believe a word they say.
49 is the cheaper one for vrt.

Cona wrote: »

I am planning to pull the trigger on a 2018 M Sport but am holding tough until mid July to purchase. So, for now I am just refereshing autotrader every day. Looking at Mediteranean Blue as my first choice (although currently there is a lack of options in that colour). If not, would go Black or Blue stone.

Anyway, would it be advisable to only purchase from BMW dealer or is the likes of Car Supermaket or Car Next ok to purchase from ie any downsides to buying from them?

I spoke to Carnext yesterday and they won't sell car to some one without UK address and a bank account.

Buying from a bmw main dealer appears to be better option because of peace of mind but they cost 2-3k more. Check bmw used car website as they've more options.

that looks like a bog standard spec if your buying from the uk you should be able to get higher spec the HK is well worth getting

Cona wrote: »

I am planning to pull the trigger on a 2018 M Sport but am holding tough until mid July to purchase. So, for now I am just refereshing autotrader every day. Looking at Mediteranean Blue as my first choice (although currently there is a lack of options in that colour). If not, would go Black or Blue stone.

Anyway, would it be advisable to only purchase from BMW dealer or is the likes of Car Supermaket or Car Next ok to purchase from ie any downsides to buying from them?

For example, if I was to pull trigger now, this one looks enticing:
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/202004068874923?radius=1501&postcode=bt11aa&model=5%20SERIES&onesearchad=New&onesearchad=Nearly%20New&onesearchad=Used&advertising-location=at_cars&keywords=530e&make=BMW&sort=relevance&page=1

Irishder wrote: »

you got a link to the add?

I haven't actually advertised it anywhere! It's just that it's not being used, isn't needed at the moment and I could do with the cash!

I can PM you some more info if you like? Probably better to keep it off-thread.

bmwfan wrote: »

that looks like a bog standard spec

The 530e is a very well specced car, even in the lowest trim level. The only things really missing would be adaptive cruise/lane keeping, a reversing camera (easily added but very effective parking sensors all around) & better audio. This too is easily rectified (add these speakers. Many, even with the HK system, end up replacing the poor factory front speakers with these & disconnect the centre.

The HUD would be very nice but it's a great car as is & exceptional value.

I'd go with a BMW main dealer, just for peace of mind regarding provenance, ensuring no outstanding finance etc. but the warranty is good for 3 years & valid here, so no worries on that front.

Many BMW dealers won't sell if it's going to be exported though - as instructed by BMW UK (allegedly ). Do some research though & some will.

Best of luck with your new 530e anyway .

Kramer wrote: »

Many, even with the HK system, end up replacing the poor factory front speakers with these & disconnect the centre.

What's the logic of disconnecting the centre?

I took the plunge, 2019 530e MSport iPerformance, UK, but through a main dealer here. Should have it late next week once the vrt/reg is completed.

Coming from a 10 reg 520d, that has served me well.

Looking at the EO mini, not sure on the tethered vs non, not keen on the cable with tethered, a bit of an eyesore. Applied for the grant last night, so hopefully get the letter next week too.

Any advice from current owners on the car?