BMW 5-Series Saloon 530d SE (184bhp) 4d (1999/T) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Took a big knock in depreciation when the new 5 series came out, but otherwise a lot of car for my second hand cash buy.
Costs
Average 44 mpg on the motorway and overall 39.7 mpg in all driving. Great for a car of this size.
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On the road
Driving
Razor sharp, hugely forgiving if you stick in a corner too hard, best I've ever driven.
Performance
Out sprints most things at the lights, loads of torque low down the rev range, truly brilliant piece of machinery.
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Living with it
Reliability
No breakdowns, just usual consumables to replace.
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Classy all round
Comfort
I've covered 30,000 miles in just over a year in it and they've been the nicest motoring i've experienced
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Security and Service
Security
Didn't get pinched, even in dodgy areas of london!
Service
Kept it out of dealer network as warranty had expired. B.M.W. Service department have always been helpful for any query
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
None
Other
Mine suffered from the front end shimmy problem, tho not as bad as my previous E34 five series. Had to replace prop shaft joint. Gear box mountings were replaced but not done properly as things always sounded a little clunky, despite a fluid gear change.
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