BMW 5-Series Saloon (1996 - 2003) 523i SE 4d (1999/V) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

it says this man has class to choose a car of this calibre

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

they love it but you know what....im not interested in the opinion of others, i love my car

Would you buy this car again and why?

i would buy this car again however, i test drived the new shape and was not impressed. i dont think they have a patch on the older shape.

What are you likely to buy next?

E class merc

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£8,500

When did you buy the car?

July 2005

Did you get a good deal and why?

I think i got a good deal at the time

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

What was the dealer like?

very helpful

What's it like to drive?

very smooth and comfortable. quite powerfull

What's it like to park?

no problem seeing as it has the rear censers

Have you had any problems with the car?

Yes, 2 years ago i had problems with the suspensions at the back cots £400 to put right and recently the throtle system died on me and i had to be towed home from colchester. this problem cost me £600.

What's most practical about your car?

Loads of space

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

All of it