BMW 1996 5-Series Saloon

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  • Economy

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Costs me a fortune.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Great roadholding and great to drive.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Fast enough.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Would only buy this car when under warranty. When reaches 80,000 miles, prepare to spend, spend, spend.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very comfortable to sit in.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Not been nicked yet.

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Great level of service. Bought this car because I had an old 5-series E34 and it was bulletproof. This car is very soft.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Shockers all round, springs all round, both rear wheel bearings and air con system packed in.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No