problems with 2003 e500?
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2000 528BMW 5sp
problems with 2003 e500?
drove new 2003 e500, was very impressed. car really goes, BUT need to know what problems exist with car, I presently dirive 2000 bmw 528. 5sp MT car. 193 hp. car handles and rides great.stops great. Engine makes too much
noise. I hear e500 may have problem with stabilty /handlling system, as follows swerve car left, then swerve car right both abruptly and car seems to loose it. Have not tried that yet. Also read about ticking sound from v-8 ?? Motor mounts. please advise, I'm not a troll .but do not want to trade into problems, offered $2000 off mspr/ dealer in Hartford CT. no car on ground as I want it, tia
noise. I hear e500 may have problem with stabilty /handlling system, as follows swerve car left, then swerve car right both abruptly and car seems to loose it. Have not tried that yet. Also read about ticking sound from v-8 ?? Motor mounts. please advise, I'm not a troll .but do not want to trade into problems, offered $2000 off mspr/ dealer in Hartford CT. no car on ground as I want it, tia
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I don't think $2000 off on MSRP is that attractive. Consider that the 2004 models are already in production and will be here in 2 months. That means this car will already be considered one year old very soon. A good deal would be a discount close to the depreciation of a one year old vehicle. If your dealer can't do better you might as well get a 2004 model.
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You need to surf through all the treads. You can search for specific topics. I've never heard or seen of any stabilty /handlling system problems.
All "new" cars have some issues/problems, but they are being dealt with. This car is Great! Also remember, this forum only represents a small precentage of "E" owners and the issues/problems always seem to surface and all the good doesn't get the same press time.
Good Luck ..... Mark
All "new" cars have some issues/problems, but they are being dealt with. This car is Great! Also remember, this forum only represents a small precentage of "E" owners and the issues/problems always seem to surface and all the good doesn't get the same press time.
Good Luck ..... Mark
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2004 E500
around what date
So i heard someone in here say that the new 2004 E's are coming in around two months. correct? I was just wondering because someone told me other wise even tho i had told them that my MB dealer told me that he expected my 04 E500 by Aug. Thanks for your comments.
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Re: problems with 2003 e500?
Originally posted by jyg e500 maybe
drove new 2003 e500, was very impressed. car really goes, BUT need to know what problems exist with car, I presently dirive 2000 bmw 528. 5sp MT car. 193 hp. car handles and rides great.stops great. Engine makes too much
noise. I hear e500 may have problem with stabilty /handlling system, as follows swerve car left, then swerve car right both abruptly and car seems to loose it. Have not tried that yet. Also read about ticking sound from v-8 ?? Motor mounts. please advise, I'm not a troll .but do not want to trade into problems, offered $2000 off mspr/ dealer in Hartford CT. no car on ground as I want it, tia
drove new 2003 e500, was very impressed. car really goes, BUT need to know what problems exist with car, I presently dirive 2000 bmw 528. 5sp MT car. 193 hp. car handles and rides great.stops great. Engine makes too much
noise. I hear e500 may have problem with stabilty /handlling system, as follows swerve car left, then swerve car right both abruptly and car seems to loose it. Have not tried that yet. Also read about ticking sound from v-8 ?? Motor mounts. please advise, I'm not a troll .but do not want to trade into problems, offered $2000 off mspr/ dealer in Hartford CT. no car on ground as I want it, tia
There are still airmatic issues that seem to occur randomly, but the longer you wait, odds are you can avoid such bad luck
The e class is turning out to be a sturdy car. Wait for the 2004 model if you have fears about first year glitches.
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Re: around what date
Originally posted by HizzleDizzle
So i heard someone in here say that the new 2004 E's are coming in around two months. correct? I was just wondering because someone told me other wise even tho i had told them that my MB dealer told me that he expected my 04 E500 by Aug. Thanks for your comments.
So i heard someone in here say that the new 2004 E's are coming in around two months. correct? I was just wondering because someone told me other wise even tho i had told them that my MB dealer told me that he expected my 04 E500 by Aug. Thanks for your comments.
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2003 E500
I myself went from a '99 BMW 528i like you (you had a 2000 so you probably had the full maintence package included, and the rain sensor wipers). I had the Sport/Premium on my car. I too was concerned that the E would be "boaty floaty" and not handle at all well. I had driven my in-laws E320 (it's a 98 or 99) from houston to austin and HATED IT!
All I can say is "THIS IS NOT YO' MAMAS BENZ BABY!!!"
The car handles EXTREMELY well. The turn in isn't quite as sharp as a Sport 528/530.. HOWEVER.. the 540 isn't as sharp either. I think the extra weight in the front (v8) has to do with that. That said.. I had all the confidence in this car that I had with my 528. The airmatic suspension is great. You can set for Sport 1 or 2 for "spirited driving" or to "Comfort" for driving around normally. It's like going from a non-sport 5 series to a Dinan Stage 2 setup with a button press. Sport 2 is a very tight ride... and very sharp handling too.
Take your pick =)
Peter
PS: The 5 series can't compete with the new E in terms of "luxury." Performance wise I think the gap has been closed by MB.
All I can say is "THIS IS NOT YO' MAMAS BENZ BABY!!!"
The car handles EXTREMELY well. The turn in isn't quite as sharp as a Sport 528/530.. HOWEVER.. the 540 isn't as sharp either. I think the extra weight in the front (v8) has to do with that. That said.. I had all the confidence in this car that I had with my 528. The airmatic suspension is great. You can set for Sport 1 or 2 for "spirited driving" or to "Comfort" for driving around normally. It's like going from a non-sport 5 series to a Dinan Stage 2 setup with a button press. Sport 2 is a very tight ride... and very sharp handling too.
Take your pick =)
Peter
PS: The 5 series can't compete with the new E in terms of "luxury." Performance wise I think the gap has been closed by MB.
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jyg so far i have driven my e 500 and everything really fine except when the first time i buy it, i have to change the engine mount but that's not a big problem.
I'm really satisfied with my car. i think you can do much better than $2000 of msrp because e55 is out already and there's a lot of new e class on the road, too. try to get 3500 to 3000 off msrp
I'm really satisfied with my car. i think you can do much better than $2000 of msrp because e55 is out already and there's a lot of new e class on the road, too. try to get 3500 to 3000 off msrp
