Used 2003 BMW 5 Series Wagon Consumer Reviews
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Sportswagon review
satch59, 08/27/2003
2003 BMW 5 Series 525i 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
My kids can't understand why I have a wagon, instead of a big SUV. I can park any where, low center of gravity, and it's a sports car with a big trunk.
good but not perfect
hrp, 05/29/2003
2003 BMW 5 Series 540i 4dr Sport Wagon (4.4L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The BMW 540i is fun to drive but lacks interior comfort. Why can't they build a car with the comfort of a Lexus or Mercedes on the interior with the good looks of a BMW on the outside. I have owned three Mercedes and ejoyed their interiors and comfort but always thought the drive was not spunky or exciting. The 540i delivers a thrilling ride and wonderful handling, but I miss the comfort. Am I too old for this car?
This isn't your mothers wagon!
srw66, 02/01/2004
2003 BMW 5 Series 540i 4dr Sport Wagon (4.4L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
While it is true the sport suspension gives you precise feedback, I find the handling and roadfeel to be one of the best characteristics of the car. For those who are looking for a true perfomance car with the practicality of a wagon look no further. Put four snow tires on the car and winter is no issue. For those seeking to drive your living room this is not the car for you. The BMW 540ia wagon sets the standard for fit and finish among it's rivals, and passes them in so other many characteristics and qualities. This is a car I can drive for 8 hours continually arriving without an ache.
Great car but get extended warranty
dcdriver, 10/27/2004
2003 BMW 5 Series 525i 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
We bought our 2002 525 wagon new at the end of 2001, and it has been a great experience on the whole. The car is a joy to drive. It has also turned out to be practical for a family with young kids and a dog, and there is little that you can fit in an SUV that can't be coaxed into the back of this wagon. Our only complaint is that some of the electronics and interior fittings are not wearing well. Both of the front power seats have already failed, the stereo has had to be replaced, and numerous plastic fittings have fallen off. Our dealer told us that power seat failures are very common and a design flaw. Very expensive repair off warranty (which we are not yet).
Electronic Gremlins
veinr, 09/05/2009
2003 BMW 5 Series 525i 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this car a little over a year ago and have spent approx. 2K in repairs. The radiator is plastic as is the water pump impeller motor. It had several oil and hydraulic leaks which I had repaired. The rear tires wear on the inside quite rapidly due to camber settings with the independent suspension. The battery burned a hole in itself and I've had several turn signal issues, lights burning out, shorts etc. Right now I'm getting a low oil pressure light at idle even after replacing the sending unit. The cupholders and interior buttons are very cheap. Other than that, this is a really fun car to drive. The motor is bullet proof. I got 23mpg on a recent trip with 3 bikes on the roof rack.
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