BMW 5-Series Saloon (1996 - 2003) 535i 4d (96) (1998/R) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
The man who bought a 50k car for pennies.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Seem to like it. Some think it's flash.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes but a newer series.
What are you likely to buy next?
BMW 535D.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£2,000
When did you buy the car?
June 2010
Did you get a good deal and why?
Reduced price by £400 and fitted new battery.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
No
What was the dealer like?
Polite friendly.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Brilliant, handles well in the corners, smooth when you want it to be but an animal when you want to blast it. Clears lane huggers out of the way when you come up behind them.
What's it like to park?
Not so bad, but could do with sensors in the city.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Coil Springs at rear needed changing and brake lines.
What's most practical about your car?
Lot's and lot's of space, brilliant boot and ski bag option handy for big fishing rods.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Accelerator
