BMW 5-Series Saloon (2003 - 2010) 530i SE 4d Auto (2004/53) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I look like a police patrol car.

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

Think I paid way more than I did.

Would you buy this car again and why?

No way. Glitchy unreliable nightmare of a car.

What are you likely to buy next?

Already changed back to Jaguar. Far superior all round product.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£6,990

When did you buy the car?

July 2011

Did you get a good deal and why?

Good deal compared to a diesel version.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Also have an E39 series and was impressed by the quality of the older car.

What was the dealer like?

OK

What's it like to drive?

OK now I have got rid of the awful run-flat tyres. Why do they put these on. They are rock hard, leak and very noisy.

What's it like to park?

Easy, front and rear sensors.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Yes. Gearbox, washer pump, rear sensors, tyre pressure sensors......

What's most practical about your car?

The boot.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Bluetooth.