BMW 5-Series Saloon (1996 - 2003) 520i SE 4d Auto (00) (2001/51) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Interested in quality.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Lots of good comments received from friends and colleagues, whether they know about cars or not.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes

What are you likely to buy next?

Will either be this shape again, E60 shape or even an S-Class. I do mostly motorway driving.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£4,000

When did you buy the car?

June 2009

Did you get a good deal and why?

Managed to haggle on the price.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Had always heard how good the 5-series was

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

Lovely on the motorway - 2200rpm at 70mph, 3000rpm at 90mph. Very relaxed. Good road presence. Very little cabin noise. A little large for town, but still rides nicely.

What's it like to park?

Front AND rear parking sensors, so quite easy to park despite its mammoth size

Have you had any problems with the car?

Touch wood, nothing at present.

What's most practical about your car?

Very roomy, can fit x5 full size adults and still move well.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Leather seats