BMW 5-Series Saloon 520i SE 4d (96) (1998/R) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
£3200 for a M series 5 Series BMW, with everything inside and full history, cheaper to buy than 3 series, without having a car which has been abused, by boy racers.
Costs
Full seems ok, but still would like 525 tds Sport.
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On the road
Driving
Have had a 320i before, same engine, but the 520i kicks off at higher revs.
Performance
Seems very good on motorway, but more prestige than performance, as high end car.
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Living with it
Reliability
Not too sure, as just bought 2 weeks ago. But on previous engine timing chain snapped on 3 series, so bit scepticle of this one.
Image
You get the looks everywhere, especially with the extra crome everyewhere and larger alloys on the car.
Comfort
For its age, lots of toys, and better than E-class in same range by miles.
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Security and Service
Security
Could be better, but no on broken in yet.
Service
Not had to go yet, better to go to a smaller garage, and get better value for money
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Needs an oil change, with three lights still on screen, bit of rust, on cap, so may need engine flush, but otherwise fine
Other
Non
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