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Odin writes:
2003 BMW 5 Series 540i Review
ProsWay fast... ConsWay fast...and you still have to stop when the blue lights are a flickering!
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amanlkml writes:
2003 BMW 5 Series 525i Review
ProsThis car handles like a dream. It is just fun to drive. Automatic is a little slow out of the gate but works well when you shift or use as a manual ConsGas mileage. No aux input for iPod. Find a trusted mechanic. Dealer is waaaay to expensive 
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Now I Understand. I Love It !!!! — Love it - Its hard for me to believe this car is 9 years old. It handles like a dream. Entering the freeway or passing at highway speed is a breeze. It practically begs you to take the long way home and find a twisty road. I've had it about 11 months and can never go back. Maintenance does cost more but in my case it's because I actually care about making sure the car is in great shape. In the past I've driven cars for months with the engine light on and it never phased me. Now I'm actually doing a legitimate maintenance plan. My advice skip the Starbucks or expensive dinner once a month and stick that money in your BMW account and have fun. (Less) Primary Use: Commuting to work | ||
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Blackhawk86 writes:
2003 BMW 5 Series 525i Review
Prosacceleration, handling, ride, amenities, styling, engineering, etc. Consnothing
55
Blackbeauty03 — Everything. This car bought used drives like a new car with a very tight suspension. The engine and transmission perform like new with effortless acceleration and firm but smooth up and down shifts. So far the car has been very easy to perform maintenance on; German engineering I'm sad to say is years ahead of our domestic auto makers. Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.) | ||
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Rob writes:
2003 BMW 5 Series 530i Review
ProsA BMW for half the price you'd pay new; handling; style; cache. ConsExpensive maintenance
55
2003 Bmw 530i — Purchased this from the BMW CPO program and am blown away by the value for money. The car, like many BMWs, performs wonderfully with a great balance of handling and ride. Truly an executive sports sedan. The optional sports package gives an extra degree of crispness to the handling without compromising comfort. Build quality is beyond reproach as you would expect from a premium German marque. I love the styling, and even now prefer it to that of the current model. A design that is approaching 10 years old still looks fresh. Life is not all peachy though. Maintenance is pricey and don't expect to save by doing oil changes at the local lube shop because BMW uses specialized parts even down to the oil filter. | ||
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Dave writes:
2003 BMW 5 Series 525i Review
Prosnowt Consthe clutch
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Reliable Old Hack — good reliable car, cheap to look after generally but some jobs req specialists. dont rust unless neglected, dont buy a manual like i did... clutch is a nightmare to get on with, makes you look like you have just passed your test !!. get one with as many toys as poss as they do come with rather basic stuff unless the first owner was loaded and specced it up. Primary Use: Commuting to work | ||
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ozogby writes:
2003 BMW 5 Series 525i Review
ProsIt is a great auto , good handling Consnot really good on gas and to many electroniocs
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It Is A Great Car — to many computers and very expansive to service and repair, just for the fact that is a BMW all the repair shops want to double their fee because they think you are loaded, But i noticed that BMW made it easier to work on the engine than any other cars that i have had like the oil filter is right on the top front of the engine compartment and you can adjust your on head lights without any tools. Primary Use: Commuting to work | ||
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Murray writes:
2003 BMW 5 Series 525i Review
ProsHandling ConsMaintenance costs
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Bmw 525i — Possibly the nicest looking car on the road. The BMW E39 chassis (5-series, 1997-2003 models) were some of the best cars of their time, and highly respected among enthusiasts. Ranging from the "economical" 6-cylinder models: the 2.5L 528i / 525i (1997-2000 / 2001-2003, respectively), the well-balanced 3.0L 530i (2001+)...to the powerful V8 models (292-HP 540i, and 400 HP M5)...these cars are very rewarding to drive. The 525i is a bit lacking in the power department; but (M5 excluded), handles the best due to it's fiairly light weight, well-engineered suspension, steering and brakes, and perfect 50/50 weight distribution. V8 models are powerful, and a 6-speed manual transmission was available all model years. Reliability isn't great, and these cars require a lot of attention....but you get it all back with a superior driving experience. Suspension bushings, shock absorbers, and key cooling system components have a short lifespan (60,000mi), and brakes / tires wear out fast if driven hard. Rear wheels have negative camber, causing uneven wear (on the inside), but provide better handling. Expect to pay between $2000 and $5000 in maintanance and repair per year / 12,000mi (without a warranty or maintenance plan). Primary Use: Commuting to work | ||
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Adam writes:
2003 BMW 5 Series 525i Review
Prospractical Consboring
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525d M Sport — Very practical being a touring model. Does everything very well. Not all that exciting though. Not expensive to keep although servicing can cost quite a bit. Tyres seem to last well for a big car. Getting over 30000 miles from a set and thats with some fast road use as well. | ||
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ace330 writes:
2003 BMW 5 Series 530i Review
ProsBest car ever. Exceptional handling, sufficient power, reliable ConsNone
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The Old Bmw - Superb — No other car like it. European delivery - changed to Euro spec. Awesome car. Manual transmission. No rattles, squeaks. Optional M suspension. Car corners without body lean, roadholding excellent. BMW does not build cars quite this good in the new 5 series Primary Use: Family transportation | ||
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rayhermanjr writes:
2003 BMW 5 Series 540i Review
Prosbest car i had ever own or driven. Consthe super unleaded, and you have to open vehicle twice to get out. 
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Loved This Car — The car's acceleration is something i 've never had before you have to gauge your foot, because when the light turns green your off and gone. You don't mean to take off like that, it's just the great response the car has. Primary Use: Family transportation |
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