 |
BMW 5-series (1996 - 2000)
Newest Review: ... you have to be on your toes. This however seems to be a common foible with most BMW's. EQUIPMENT The car was purchased ... more  ... second hand so there wasn't the option to specify further equipment. This wasn't an issue though as unlike BMW's of old which only offered a stereo as an option, the vehicle is lavishly equipped. The specification comprises basically as follows.
Remote Central Locking
Electric Windows All Round
Electric Mirrors
Cruise Control
Anti Lock Brakes
Driver and Passenger Airbags
Side Airbags
Black Leather Interior
Alarm and Immobiliser
The vehicle acheived a 3 star Euro NCAP safety rating that was on a par with the Vauxhall Omeg...moreMore BMW card
|
||
BMW 5-series (1996 - 2000): BRILLIANT BMW (822 words)
by olijt08 - written on 24.04.08 (Very useful, 71 readings)
Rating:
The BMW 5 Series was first launched in 1972 and the first model was known as the E12. The vehicle is a medium executive and nowadays competes with cars like the Audi A6 and Mercedes E Class. Quality and reliability on the very early cars was patchy to say the least and they did have a tendency to rust. It wasn't until the launch of the E34 in 1987 that the BMW started to get such high acclaim. The car was initially available in just the four -box saloon body style but an estate known as the touring was added in 1991. The model that this review concerns is the BMW E39 530D that was launched in 1998 as a replacement for the rather lethargic 525tds. The car was ...
by dawesta - written on 11.11.02
Rating:
BMW - what rubbish! - Advantages: Good build quality, N/A, N/A - Disadvantages: Dated looks, Dated technology, Expensive options
BMW 5-series (1996 - 2000): BMW 5 Series - Can It Get Any Better? (979 words)
by Shekera - written on 07.11.01 (Very useful, 2602 readings)
Rating:
Living With It “The 5 Series, one of the most gifted cars to grace tarmac” That comment from a leading car magazine is I confirm, true I purchased a 523SE 2 years ago and have nothing but praise with it’s all round abilities. The quality of fit and finish is better than any other car I have ever owned. There is not a squeak or rattle anywhere, even travelling on rough rural roads. The materials used for the vehicle finish are of a very high standard. The whole dashboard area is driver orientated with the centre console angled slightly towards the driver. All the controls are easily accessible and everything has a robust feel, the ...
| Processing/Quality: |  100% |
Reliability: |  75% |
| Driving comfort: | 100% |
Similar Products BMW Car
