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  • Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    No idea - not why I bought it.

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

    To the extent they think about it, I guess they like it. My wife loves being a passenger in it but finds it large to drive.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes - no question.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    BMW - may be the new 4 Series.

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £28,000

    When did you buy the car?

    April 2013

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Very good. It was an ex-demo with 4k miles on clock for £11k below list.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Previous 5 Series stolen.

    What was the dealer like?

    Excellent

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    I love driving it. Fun on the back roads and an efortless motorway cruiser. Ride is firm butif you don't like that get an SE, not an M Sport.

    What's it like to park?

    For its size, it's fine.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    No

    What's most practical about your car?

    Plently of room but great to drive.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Professional media pack works well.