BMW 5-Series Saloon 520i SE 4d (96) (2000/W) BMW 5-Series Saloon 520i SE 4d (96) (2000/W) - Owner Review Great handling, steering and braking. 4 Want to know everything there is to know about this car? Download an Information Pack now for full facts and figures, prices, pictures and buying dos and don'ts. Get a Car Information Pack Tweet Value 4 out of 5 - Costs 4 out of 5 30 plus mpg with gentle revving. Driving 4 out of 5 Great handling, steering and braking. Performance 3 out of 5 Slow off the mark, then picks up smoothly. Reliability 4 out of 5 - Image 5 out of 5 - Comfort 4 out of 5 Cool, peaceful environment. Get an Insurance Quote We've gathered the biggest companies on the market in one place to save you money. Insurance group: 29 Get quote > Security 5 out of 5 - Service 4 out of 5 - Problems Bodywork A few stonechips. Engine Needed new thermostat at 19,000 miles. Gearbox First to second is sometimes tricky and box is generally quite loose. Clutch is also a bit snatchy. Other 520 (150bhp) is a tad underpowered, but smooth on motorway. Very refined. Wonderful build quality. 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 Help buying the BMW 5-Series Saloon Read the Parkers review View the facts and figures Get a finance quote Compare cars costs Get a Car Information Pack