BMW 5-Series Saloon 520i SE 4d (1992/J) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Good value. Well made car for Mondeo money, if you are willing to own one a few years older.
Costs
Had no major parts costs so far. Servicing quite expensive. Fuel economy could be better.
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On the road
Driving
Excellent ride. Very smooth. Handles well.
Performance
Acceleration not great. Need to rev quite high to get best from engine. Compared to my previous car (2.0DOHC Sierra), feels considerably slower. However, to be fair, it's bigger.
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Living with it
Reliability
No complaints.
Image
Looks great. Later de-chromed models nice too. Needs alloys. Steel wheels do not look good on this car. Some say the image is fading, but to me it looks just fine.
Comfort
BMW are supposed to have some of the best seats in the business. To me they are ok. Again, my previous car was more comfortable, although the BMW's seat adjustabilty is much better than the Ford.
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Security and Service
Security
Security appears to be quite good with deadlocks and factory fitted alarm. I use a steering lock as well, just as a precaution.
Service
Not dealt with manufacturer.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Overheating problem solved by fitting new fan coupling.
Other
Central locking temperamental. Replaced both back actuators.
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