BMW 5-Series Touring 530i 5d (1993/L) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Could not get more car for around £5,000.
Costs
Always manage around 30 mpg but servicing is expensive.
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On the road
Driving
Handles and drives superbly with V8 power but balanced like a saloon.
Performance
Sounds faster than it really is! Good overtaking and pulling power, though, plus an easy 145 mph on German motorways.
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Living with it
Reliability
No breakdowns yet but poor running after fuel tank got low.
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Saloon is probably a bit dubious but estate is fine!
Comfort
Great in the front but rear legroom is not great.
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Security and Service
Security
100% now I've got a Thatcham immobiliser to go with the BMW total closure system.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Poor running after running low on fuel
Other
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No