BMW 5-Series Saloon
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I paid £8,800 for mine when 7 years old with FSH and low mileage. 4 new tyres have just cost me £570. But they look great.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    I now stay clear of main agents and have found a mechanic who rebuilds engines for Williams and has his own business.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Never driven anything so smooooooth.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    No complaints as I have used it mainly for 400 mile trips. Not so good now towing a caravan.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    In four and half years ownership - no problems

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Mine is Maldive blue - people at first think it's new

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    We love it, I can drive 200 miles and still feel comfortable at finish.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    FF alarm and immobiliser no complaints here.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Did'nt like the salesman. He gave the impression he was'nt bothered if I bought it or not, maybe that was his tactics

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    None.

    Other

    None.

    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