BMW 5-Series Saloon 520i SE 4d (96) (2002/51) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Lots of car for very little cash!
Costs
Cheap on fuel, but watch the garage bills.
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On the road
Driving
Superbly balanced car with tricky traction and suspension systems.
Performance
It's a 2-litre. What do you expect!?
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Living with it
Reliability
Been perfect for 12 months. Now the horror story starts.
Image
My mates all think it looks like a gangster car.
Comfort
Silent on motorways and takes the rough with the smooth.
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Security and Service
Security
Never been an issue. Nice alarm with window wind up and down features.
Service
Very polite servicing and very helpful. Unusual for BMW dealer!
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
ASC+DSC computer packed up. Camshaft, crankcase and throttle sensors!
Other
Catalyst went at 100k miles.
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