1993 BMW 5 Series 530i review from UK and Ireland
"The wrong motor - should have got the 2.8 straight 6"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
* Block replaced shortly after purchase (Nikasil issue) at dealer's expense.
* Fuel pump (110K)
* Water pump (120K)
* Coolant leak at rear of engine
* Oil pressure relief valve (broken spring = no oil pressure)
* Clutch pedal broke
* Air con compressor is on the way out now.
General comments?
Great car. Very comfortable, spacious, fun to drive. Fast, but it does need revving - there is surprisingly little torque low down for a 3.0
Leather interior (light grey) has worn exceedingly well. No rust, no chassis problems, just the engine. Minor mechanical problems can turn into major ones because access is so limited (big motor in small space).
No electrical gremlins so far.
Recently had the injectors ultrasonically cleaned and can now get 32-33 mpg on a longer run. Averages 23 mpg overall.
Find an independent expert to service it and it will last forever. Dealer service prices assume you have money to burn.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1993 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0 V8 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 6 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 101000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 129500 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Sierra |
| Date of Entry | 15th June, 2003 |