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BMW 5-Series Saloon 535i Sport 4d Auto (00) (2000/W)

BMW 5-Series Saloon 535i Sport 4d Auto (00) (2000/W) - Owner Review

It is a dream to drive, although seems the steptronic does take a bit of getting used to.
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Review submitted by
Shanan Prashad on

BMW 5-Series Saloon (96-03)

Value

4 out of 5

I have had it for 2 months and only paid 42% of what it cost just over 3 years ago. I expect to lose quite a bit more depreciation over the next couple of years but it is a beautiful piece of machinery that makes every trip special - so worth the cost.

Costs

3 out of 5

The 15,000 mile service interval makes up for paying the extra for BMW dealer only attention, but make sure that you choose the right dealer.

Driving

4 out of 5

It is a dream to drive, although seems the steptronic does take a bit of getting used to.

Performance

5 out of 5

Pulls away from any situation and stops on a button - fantastic value.

Reliability

5 out of 5

I have never had a problem with the brand.

Image

5 out of 5

Silver with black leather, M-Tech suspension, Electric everything and all round PDC - what more could a man ask for? Definitely a head turner with larger alloys.

Comfort

5 out of 5

It drives slightly harder than a non-sport model, but I prefer cornering hard than absorbing every bump on the road.

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Insurance group: 36

Security

5 out of 5

I think only professionals would make an attempt and I don't envisage many trying where I live.

Service

4 out of 5

BMW dealers worth the extra, although try and buy your tyres elsewhere.

Problems

Bodywork
Does stone chip easily, but avoid following lorries.

Engine
-

Gearbox
-

Other
Fiddly heater controls had to be replaced as cracked.

Ownership

Did you buy the car new?
No

Would you buy the same model again?
Yes

Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes