BMW 5-Series Saloon 540i 4d Auto (1993/L) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Where else can you get a fully specced, leather clad 286bhp V8 for under £3500 and has full service history with bills? Incredible value.
Costs
Specialist servicing garages are the ones to go for. They stamp your book and keep the costs down.
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On the road
Driving
Most people would not even consider a vehicle with 140,000 miles on the clock, but this car handles superb.
Performance
The 4.0 litre V8 is smoother than the M5 and not much slower. Plus you have the fantastic auto box which has Economy, Sport and Winter settings. This car ticks over at 600rpm and cruises at 75mph on 2000rpm.
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Living with it
Reliability
Bulletproof! The onboard computer controls the service intervals.
Image
The design is now looking old, which puts some people off. This is a seriously underestimated car.
Comfort
For a car of ten years old, you cannot beat it. This old lady out classes even new models. Everyone who has been in this car loves her.
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Security and Service
Security
No deadlocks needed. Cat 1 security came as standard.
Service
Helpful but expensive.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Very refined.
Other
Wolf in sheep's clothing.
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