BMW 5-Series Touring 528i SE 5d Auto (1998/R) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Wonderful value second hand.
Costs
High through a BMW dealer but infrequent.
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On the road
Driving
A driver's car through and through.
Performance
2.8 ltr engine is great.
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Living with it
Reliability
One breakdown
Comfort
Best in its class.
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Security and Service
Security
No problems.
Service
Expensive
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
A potentially catastrophic loss of coolant at 90,000 miles left me with a bill for £1500 (new radiator, water pump, thermostat, fan coupling etc.) AC repairs also costly - £500 for a new fan fitted
Other
None
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No