BMW 5-Series Saloon 540i 4d Auto (96) (1998/R) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
One the the best saloons money can buy, worth every penny.
Costs
Not bad for a 4.4, but if this worries you, buy a Micra.
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On the road
Driving
Extremely responsive, engine, steering and brakes. A pleasure!
Performance
Owned it for a month, still getting used to the sport mode, always end up over doing it! Steptronic/adaptive box is outstanding. Accelaration similar to M3.
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Living with it
Reliability
Owned a few of these, never any problems, just bought wear and tear items brakes, tyres etc.
Image
You'll always be respected by other drivers, and rarely challenged.
Comfort
A little firm for some, although corners better than cars half its weight!
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Security and Service
Security
Told exellent.
Service
Local dealer second to none.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
No problems.
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