BMW 5-Series Saloon 523i SE 4d (1997/P) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Affordable. A lot of car for the money.
Costs
You only have to service it after 8k miles in town. Reasonable, as BMW do 4+ servicing, e.g. inspection 1 cost me £2500.
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On the road
Driving
A very, very good drive. Can't tell its on at stand still.
Performance
0-60 in 8.5 secs. Good enough for town.
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Living with it
Reliability
Thermostat went. Be wary of nickasil blocks as they need to be replaced. Checked mine out before I bought it and it was replaced, otherwise it drinks a lot of oil.
Image
It is a mean looking car with class and speed.
Comfort
Very comfortable seats. Would be better with leather, though.
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Security and Service
Security
Good.
Service
Good, except one dealer decided to give the car back at 7:30pm when it was serviced.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Thermostat replaced.
Other
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