1999 BMW 528iT

In October 2010, I finally sold my beloved 1993 325is. It was too similar (in utility value) to my 840Ci. In its place I wanted a larger, more practical BMW to better compliment my 8'er. Since I had already tried the X5 and was not satisfied with its harsh ride, I turned to the 5 series wagon (or as it's called: a "touring").

I liked the idea of owning a non-SUV, especially one with even more room than the X5! After six months of shopping for an unmolested example, I found one in April of 2011: a well maintained '99 528iT - in the special champagne gold with sand leather interior. Perfect!

My '99 528iT, in completely stock condition and 93K miles.

As is my nature, I immediately began working on the car's minor issues:

1. Suspension: front-end shimmy at speed and rear-end harshness.
   Solution: replaced front thrust arm bushings and rear sub frame bushings.
2. ASC/ABS Warning Light: tested wheel speed sensors (good), control module faulty.
   Solution: module rebuilt.
3. Misc Electrical Gremlins: airbag light glows, radio intermittent.
   Solution: ignition contact switch cleaned.
4. Headlight Alignment: faulty; broken adjusters
   Solution: new adjusters installed.

As usual with modern BMW's, I love the well designed and tasteful interior.

And, in keeping with my passion for tasteful upgrades, here's my "fun" list for later (in no particular order):

• Window tint (done)
• 17" style 5 wheels
• M5 front spoiler
• Chrome exhaust tip
• Dice adaptor for iPod

The well proportioned rear view with stock 16" wheels

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Frankie
Austin, TX