BMW 5-Series Saloon 523i SE 4d Auto (1999/S) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Great value second-hand, but sarting to lose value rapidly.
Costs
BMW dealers are very expensive, but plenty of independents out there at half the price.
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On the road
Driving
Excellent.
Performance
2500cc is quick enough. 0-60 in around 8 secs; when doing 70mph, feels like you are doing 50mph.
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Living with it
Reliability
No real problems so far, but possible cooling problem.
Image
Not as common as a 3-series and looks better than 7-series.
Comfort
Excellent in front and back.
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Security and Service
Security
Excellent as far as I know.
Service
I use an independant. BMW do not seem interested if the car is over two years old.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
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