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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    I'm willing to pay a little extra to drive something nice.

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    They all like it alot.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    I'd probably buy an estate and dare I say it, a smaller engine.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Maybe another E39 or newer 5 series.

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Didn't buy from a dealer

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £3,500

    When did you buy the car?

    February 2014

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Major service and many new parts done to car before sale.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Bought of a trusted seller. Knew I wanted a fast luxurious car.

    What was the dealer like?

    N/A

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Very powerful, lots of torque, comfortable and low wind noise at motorway speed.

    What's it like to park?

    Has parking sensors front and rear so very easy.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Not yet.....

    What's most practical about your car?

    Very large boot.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Cruise Control.