BMW 5-Series Saloon 530d SE 4d (2004/04) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
As a total package including fuel, service, reliability and depreciation it has to the best in class
Costs
I've got over 42,000 miles from the original front tyres!
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On the road
Driving
Stunning road holding.
Performance
More than you would ever need.
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Living with it
Reliability
Computer has had glitches - cured by dealer software upgrade
Image
It feels arrogant and German. I wolf prefer the image of an English car, but the quality, performance and value for money of this car are impossible to ignore
Comfort
Ride not as serene as Jaguar or Rover 75
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Security and Service
Security
Boot lid often "opens by itself" when the key is touch when walking away from car.
Service
Cheap service package is a bit like Ryanair - they didn't even fill the washer fluid
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes