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Used 1999 BMW 5 Series Sedan Consumer Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Dream Car!

rogreal, 05/08/2002
1999 BMW 5 Series 540i 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Far & away the best car I've ever owned.This car is not a Lexus. You feel every curve, the engine is inspiring and the reliability is unmatched.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Last car I'll own

mtaylo3, 07/19/2008
1999 BMW 5 Series 540i 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

The car's power and performance sold me within two miles of leaving the dealership for a test drive. I've had to replace a couple of parts but I've been able to do it myself. This was due to previous owners neglect though. Easy to work on (as long as it's not an electric problem) but some parts are a bit pricey. There are few stock cars that can outperform the 540i on the road. It's nice to have the power and brakes when u need it.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Good car

fred, 04/15/2007
1999 BMW 5 Series 540i 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

The 540i if you're going to buy one is an excellent car. The only draw backs which you should worry about are the brakes and water pump. They go on these cars and will cost to fix. But remember the problem won't arise again for years if even then. So go ahead and purchase one, just have some money on the side for repairs or find someone who works on BMWs for a reasonable price!

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Total package

Wonder42, 05/27/2003
1999 BMW 5 Series 540i 4dr Sedan
2 of 3 people found this review helpful

Sold an Audi S4 to get into the 540i. Yes, I certainly miss the Quattro in the winter; but, in nice weather, the 540i provides an unsurpassed performance driving experience - gobs of torque, great brakes, unflappable suspension and super accurate steering response. All of this - combined with a quiet, luxurious cabin with room for five - can't imagine the M5's capabilities!!

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Nothing Even Comes Close

Ufgator31, 10/04/2003
1999 BMW 5 Series 540i 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

True car nut here. I have owned and driven just about every vehicle on the face of the planet. It's true what everyone says: the BMW 540i is the best 4 door sedan $ can buy. My 99' 540i with the M packages and dealer installed Dinan Stage III is an everyday driver that behaves like an exotic.

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