1993 BMW 5 Series Review

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Written by: Alex on 06/05/2007

Vehicle

1993 BMW 5 Series 4 Dr 525i Touring Wagon

Review

I enjoyed driving this car especially on the open road where it excelled. I had a few unexpected problems with the injector system. Also the rear hatch and window gave me some trouble. I only wish the driver's seat would move back 2 more inches!! I am only 6'0" tall, but I would get uncomfortable on longer trips and my wife, same height, actually disliked the seats even more. The switch for the heated seats is badly located. When you fold down the rear seats you can carry a ton of stuff! Even at over 100k miles it was a purring cat. The extra long double sun roof was awesome. Gas mileage was a problem with high prices, but the power and stable ride are the trade off. No cup holders, though!

Favorite Features

Excellent road feel and handling. Very safe feeling car with great utility as a wagon.

Suggested Improvements

Needs more leg room in front.

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Investing in the past pays in the Future

Written by: Stacy on 05/08/2006

Vehicle

1993 BMW 5 Series 4 Dr 525i Sedan

Review

I purchased a 1993 BMW 525i when it had over 121,000 miles on it. I did not blink when this great automobile came my way. I paid under market value for the car and it was in excellent condition. I have not had any problems with this thirteen year old beauty. It drives smooth and incredibly quiet. The style is a little dated, but the interior features are not. This old car is still quite a luxury. Anyone thinking about owning an older BMW should not think too hard, because my car is proof that reliable engineering will last over 200,000 miles. This 13 year old BMW is the first one that I have owned and I now claim to be an exclusive BMW owner.

Favorite Features

Power sunroof, power driver and passenger seats, excellent factory sound system, dual climate control, and the interior lighting.

Suggested Improvements

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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More than a grocery getter

Written by: Midamrail on 12/27/2004

Vehicle

1993 BMW 5 Series 4 Dr 525i Touring Wagon

Review

I bought this car with 109K from a BMW dealership for commuting to work and hauling our Labradors. It has proven to be reliable, enjoyable to drive, relatively economical, and one of the best vehicles we've ever owned.

Favorite Features

Combination of power and economy; has been very reliable so far; combines spirited handling and comfort in a way only BMW can; love the fold down rear seats with lift-up divider net for dogs. Very well designed inside and out.

Suggested Improvements

Radio reception is terrible (upgraded to XM out of necessity); winter handling awful without snow tires, but that's to be expected.

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1993 bmw

Written by: eneed on 06/22/2004

Vehicle

1993 BMW 5 Series 4 Dr 525i Sedan

Review

excellent value very reliable great on fuel perfect finish leather interior like new great handling

Favorite Features

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A grocery getter for those who love cars

Written by: Midamrail on 11/09/2003

Vehicle

1993 BMW 5 Series 4 Dr 525i Touring Wagon

Review

This car has so far been a flawless performer. It's enjoyable to drive, and I'm convinced it's one of the best wagons ever made. The car is very well built and designed inside and out and has delivered on the BMW name and reputation.

Favorite Features

Performance; interior and exterior design; dual sunroofs; versatility of wagon (rear seats fold, built-in cargo- area nets); still feels like a new car.

Suggested Improvements

Mediocre gas mileage averaging 22 MPG city/highway combined; terrible in bad weather (but could be result of wide touring tires); radio less than stellar; computer message system sometimes a little quirky.

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