For the same model year, dealers ask 16 points more than private sellers; GA is the cheapest state at -14% and WA the priciest at +16%; a four-wheel drive 528i asks +18% against the median of its model year.
BMW 528i price by model year
| Year | Typical price | Spread | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | — | 20 | |
| 2015 | 2.5× | 33 | |
| 2014 | — | 23 | |
| 2013 | 3.1× | 31 | |
| 2012 | — | 16 | |
| 2011 | — | 17 | |
| 2010 | — | 14 | |
| 2009 | — | 11 | |
| 2008 | — | 5 | |
| 1998 | — | 8 | |
| 1997 | — | 5 |
Dealer or private seller
On the BMW 528i the dealer markup works out at 16% over a private sale of the same year.
| Seller | Listings | vs median year | Average asked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private seller | 273 | +0.6% | $6,744 |
| Dealer | 197 | +16.1% | $9,096 |
What a branded title costs
| Title | Listings | vs median year | Average asked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clean title | 439 | +8.3% | $7,798 |
| Rebuilt | 14 | +5.2% | $7,821 |
Branded titles are harder to insure, finance and resell, so check the exact car first: run its VIN against the records.
How fast price falls with mileage
Measured on the 2015 528i, the model year with the most listings, so age does not mix in. Between the 75–100k and 150–175k bands the asking price falls 38%.
| Mileage | Price drop | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 75–100k miles | 27 | |
| 100–125k miles | 12 | |
| 125–150k miles | 25 | |
| 150–175k miles | 10 |
Which options hold value
The single biggest swing on a BMW 528i is drivetrain: 4WD asks +18% against the median of its own model year.
| Item | Option | Listings | vs median year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drivetrain | Four-wheel drive | 103 | +17.7% |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive | 184 | +8.9% |
Where it's cheaper
States where the BMW 528i asks least and most, measured against the national median for each model year. Most expensive is WA at +16%, cheapest GA at -14% — 31 points apart, which on a $7,500 car is roughly $2,310.
| State | Listings | vs national median |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 32 | |
| FL | 60 | |
| NV | 19 | |
| TX | 15 | |
| CO | 21 | |
| NC | 20 | |
| AZ | 18 | |
| OR | 32 | |
| CA | 193 | |
| WA | 21 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a used BMW 528i cost?
The median asking price is $7,500 across 559 live listings. A 1997 asks about $12,000 and a 2016 about $9,999. The most listed year is 2015, at $9,500.
Is it cheaper to buy a 528i from a private seller?
Yes. Against the median for the same model year, dealers ask 16.1% above and private sellers 0.6% above, a gap of about $1,550 on a 2016 at $9,999.
How much value does a 528i lose per 25,000 miles?
About 15% of the asking price for every 25,000 miles on the 2015 528i, measured from the 75–100k band to the 150–175k band. To price one car by its year and mileage, use the BMW 528i valuation tool.
Where is the cheapest place to buy a 528i?
Of the states with enough listings, GA asks least at -14.4% against the national median, and WA most at +16.4%. On the typical $7,500 528i that spread is about $2,310.
Why do 528i prices for the same year vary so much?
Among 31 listings of the 2013 528i, the priciest tenth asks 3.1× what the cheapest tenth does: $10,988 against $3,500.
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