BMW 5-Series Saloon 530d SE (184bhp) 4d Auto (1999/V) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Expensive to buy, but hold value well, especially the diesels.
Costs
Insurance higher than the average, but more than an average car!!. Expensive if things go wrong, but they shouldnt. Driving hard short journey I get 30mpg, long journeys on motorway 40mpg easily.
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On the road
Driving
Fabulous roadholding, inspires confidence, irons out uneven surfaces, feels well built. Steptronic gearbox is awesome.
Performance
Amazing for a diesel, as quick as the petrol 3.0litre, and overtaking/motorway driving is great with all the torque on tap.
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Living with it
Reliability
Had a airmass flow meter replaced which affected performance, quite common on diesels apparently.
Image
Real eyecatcher and monied image. Can be made very special with various options, alloys, rear spoilers, tints etc.
Comfort
Very comfortable, no wind noise, even at high speeds. A little engine noise when revved hard, but nothing too imposing.
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Security and Service
Security
Deadlocks, immobiliser keys, alarm, remote locking, visible VIN, integrated stereo. Airbags galore, feels very safe and well made.
Service
Can be quite expensive, i now use a local specialist who is a lot more competetive, but still very good.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Air mass meter
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