1994 BMW 5 Series 525 tds SE review from UK and Ireland
"One great economical family/flying machine"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Car failed to start after purchase due to faulty glow plugs. New ones replaced the originals and it started like a dream.
Banging noise coming from the back suspension. Rubber bushes
Windscreen wiper arm jumping and catching top of bonnet when on a sweep.
General comments?
Apart from those minor problems the car drives exceptional. Just done a 1400mile trip and the diesel consumption was something to be admired.
One problem with the car is gets a slight vibration through the steering wheel between 45mph-60mph.
Tyres stupid prices £150 each, changed them for a nice set of 17" M5.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1994 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.5 tds Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 124000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 128700 miles |
| Previous car | Mercedes-Benz 230E |
| Date of Entry | 3rd March, 2004 |