1997 BMW 5 Series 528i review from Hong Kong
"A 4 doors family sedan with excellent handling and powerful engine"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Water cooler leakage after 90000km
Ventilation fan control unit failure
CD Box Failure.
General comments?
Powerful and reliable 6 cylinder engine
Excellent handling
Comfortable seats
High fuel consumption.
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The best car in the real world? Definitely | |
| 1996 - 5 Series 528iSE 2.8 litre petrol As a driver's car it is still stunning, 10 years on from its launch |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | In-line 6 Double Vanos Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 90000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 130000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Nissan Skyline |
| Date of Entry | 20th June, 2007 |