BMW 5-Series Saloon 520i 4d Auto (1988/E) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
2nd hand value is outstanding, I feel guilty driving such a good car for a low price.
Costs
Had some silly problems but nothing to put me off.
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On the road
Driving
Very agile for a big car, good for pottering or back road enthusiasm.
Performance
2 Litre sounds nice but lacks a bit of poke. Still good fun for enthusiastic driving (invest in sports suspension for better cornering though).
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Living with it
Reliability
Typical German straight 6 lump, solid as a fallout shelter, tight as a drum, sounds like a BM should.
Image
People still comment on how nice the E34 is.
Comfort
Bit tight for big passengers but excellent driving position.
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Security and Service
Security
Not too bad, got an aftermarket immobiliser in a hidden place.
Service
Local dealership very helpful if not over priced...go independent!
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
New thermo, HTs, rotor-arm, plugs, air flow on its way, but run perfectly from day 1.
Other
Someone has rewired the stereo and made a complete pigs butt of it, but that's just picky!
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes