1992 BMW 5 Series 525 ix SE review from UK and Ireland
"Great looking, practical, luxury car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing major as yet.
Central door locking/unlocking either doesn't lock or unlock on one door, this is intermittent and touch wood, hasn't happened for a while now.
Also auto transmission has a quirk, coming to a full stop after medium to heavy braking, even though it's in drive or reverse, the car doesn't register this for a few seconds and you don't move, then it appears to register, the gear engages and away you go. This is not every time and I am unsure as to what may be the cause. Not having had an auto before, it may be the norm.
General comments?
A great looking car, I didn't want to admit I had a need for an estate car, or Tourer as BMW call it, kids, D.I.Y etc, but this car gives you both looks and practicability.
Interior is well laid out and the leather seats are comfortable.
Acceleration not great, but mid range and cruising are both excellent and effortless.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1992 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 132000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 141 miles |
| Previous car | SAAB 900 |
| Date of Entry | 13th July, 2001 |