BMW 5-Series Touring 525i SE 5d Auto (1992/K) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
A lot of car for the money at today's used car prices.
Costs
Easy DIY servicing - avoids silly BMW charges. Lack of BMW service history is not critical with this age of car.
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On the road
Driving
Brilliant - the most enjoyable car in my 40 years of driving.
Performance
A bit more low-down torque would make it 5 points.
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Living with it
Reliability
Highly reliable - but watch early water pumps with a plastic impeller!
Image
Not bothered with image, but I suppose it has one!
Comfort
Better than a Mercedes E-class in my experience.
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Security and Service
Security
Reasonable when fitted with BMW's immobiliser/alarm.
Service
Understand BMW service to be very good, but far too pricey for me!
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Failed water pump (shattered Tufnol impeller).
Other
Sticking brake caliper - left-hand front wheel.
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