2003 BMW 5 Series x5 review from South Africa
"Good"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I have a x5 BMW and the fault indicator for the suspension came on.
The battery went flat and I had to replace it, When the battery company removed the battery they noticed that the battery.
Compartment had water in it. I took the car to BMW agents. They informed me that the compartment has NO way of.
Getting rid of water.
BMW said the fault is with the equipment that sits above the Battery compartment. and would cost R10,000 to repair, they.
Also said that it was not their problem, Therefore motorplan would not pay for it. They also said it is an insurance claim!!!.
Insurance said it is not their problem. (they said the water damage was caused by water in the battery compartment.
Evaporating up into the suspension Pump & electronics which are directly above the battery)
I agree with them.
No where in the hand books does it imply that if you accidentally spill any liquid into the rear transport aria that you must.
Check the battery compartment for the same and remove it your self.
General comments?
The car is basicly very good.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 2003 |
| First year of ownership | 2007 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 3 .0 turbo diesel Automatic |
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| Distance when acquired | 92000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 103000 kilometres |
| Previous car | BMW 7 Series |
| Date of Entry | 20th September, 2007 |