BMW 5-Series Touring 525 tds 5d Auto (1998/R) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Hardly ever needs to be repaired, so value is high.
Costs
Typically expensive to service, but, as it';s a diesel, pretty good to run, especially over long distances.
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On the road
Driving
As I am covering 150 miles per day, mainly on the M4, very comfortable. However, can be quite boring to drive on regular roads.
Performance
2.5 engine has enough poke to accelerate away on roundabouts, but you still feel the burden of the back-end on this estate.
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Living with it
Reliability
Very reliable. It's now done 165k miles, although currently being looked at due to a possible head gasket being blown.
Image
Still looks good for its age, although will be kicked into touch as soon as the new 5-series is launched. Still looks better than its Mercedes estate counterpart.
Comfort
Excellent for long motorway journeys. Climate control helps.
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Security and Service
Security
Not sure, as no one has yet broken into it (tempting fate). I guess it's proved its worth!
Service
In general, very good.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Blown head gasket.
Other
Air bag; coffe cup holders in rear!
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