1989 BMW 5 Series SE review from UK and Ireland
"Solid, reliable value car with good status!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Factory fitted remote Scorpion alarm gave up the ghost after a couple of months of owning. Contacted Scorpion alarms (address can be found online) and they sent me a refurbished direct replacement with two new remote senders (£100).
'Lights on' warning message never worked.
A problem with the windscreen wipers contacting the bonnet when in the full up position, leaving a small mark on the paint-work. Can be corrected by adjusting bonnet position, but with bonnet adjusted to maximum, still made contact.
General comments?
This car is smoother than anything I've driven before. It can sit at a 100 MPH all day and you would think you were doing about 60!
Very little leg room in the back for a car of this size.
One touch driver's window and sunroof, also can be operated from the door lock, which was a nice feature. Doors can be locked from the boot lock.
Make sure you buy a SE, automatic, BMW alloy wheels with a full service history. There are plenty about, so bide your time and wait for a good one!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 80000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 84000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Granada |
| Date of Entry | 10th October, 2001 |