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Used 1994 BMW 5 Series Sedan Consumer Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars
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4.88 out of 5 stars

94 BMW 530i

stc, 12/24/2003
1994 BMW 5 Series 530i 4dr Sedan
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This car is the perfect size. Has been extremely reliable. 17MPG city, 27 MPG highway. No major problems at all.

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5 out of 5 stars

540 - good choice!

BahnBrenner, 10/26/2002
1994 BMW 5 Series 540i 4dr Sedan
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I've had my '94 540i a little over a year now. Its a pleasure to drive any and every time I take it out. The 4.0 liter engine with 285 hp is one of BMW's best - no doubt. And despite being a v-8 machine, I average 19.5 miles to the gallon. The computer controlled 5-speed automatic transmission does an excellent job determining how you want the car to shift. (My biggest problem has however also been the transmission, failing at only 102K miles. The rebuild cost $2600.) I have never had any other major problems. The car is fast, handles superbly, stops on a dime, looks good, and is practical.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding

sergio, 09/25/2005
1994 BMW 5 Series 540i 4dr Sedan
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I love this car and all the features especially the electronic seats and computer system

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3.63 out of 5 stars

Think Twice Before Buying 540i

disappointed2, 10/04/2002
1994 BMW 5 Series 540i 4dr Sedan
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I've been through 3 engines ($6,000 per), two transmissions ($3,000 per), 3 driveshafts ($1,500 per), and 2 alarm modules ($800 per). That should speak for the car and the dealership experience is no better. They like to replace things instead of repairing things, parts are terribly expensive, and overall service is a joke. If you want a BWM, buy a new one or a slightly used one, especially not any 5-series. 3-series may be okay. Good luck with your Big Money Waste!!

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Awesome Value

KPitser, 05/25/2004
1994 BMW 5 Series 540i 4dr Sedan
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This was my first BMW after many Honda's. Beside my sport bike, this is one of my lifes few 'true' pleasures. Of course there are times when little piddly stuff breaks, but there are great web sites maintained by many loving fanatics like myself that help you navigate past the 'stealer'. I love the fact that I can put my kids in the back seat but when I am alone can roll her up to 110 mph and feel nothing but confidence (unless observed by Hwy Patrol).

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