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Used 2001 BMW 5 Series Consumer Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Superb fun sporty sedan

Stan , 06/17/2004
2001 BMW 5 Series 530i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
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This is my second 5 series BMW. It provides the fun driving experience of a truly responsive car while providing the room and flexibility I need to also use it for work. It is a joy to drive on the highway especially in the mountains. It makes going to meetings fun. Given todays gas prices I appreciate the true 32 mpg I get on the highway. The controls and guages are all easy to read and work. I wish mine had the more extensive trip computer. I have found nothing that matches the handling and sheer fun of driving a stick shift BMW. There have been minor mechanical glitches which have been fixed under the BMW warranty.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Best Ever

beegee, 08/13/2003
2001 BMW 5 Series 530i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
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Highest rated car by Consumer Reports for a reason. Wicked-fun to drive, as long as the weather is nice. If it snows, leave it in the garage and take the bus. I still get 2nd looks and compliments 2 years later mainly because of the M-style wheels that came with the early Sports Package.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

simple and nice

MongMong, 06/18/2004
2001 BMW 5 Series 525i 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
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it's simple, classy, nice

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4.88 out of 5 stars

A Corvette for the family

booger, 03/10/2003
2001 BMW 5 Series 540i 4dr Sedan (4.4L 8cyl 6M)
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It is way better in the snow than most front wheel drives. It handles and rides like a luxury car but when challenged can perform like a sports car. The best car I ever owned.

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5 out of 5 stars

The best car of its time

mrmomo313, 03/31/2008
2001 BMW 5 Series 530i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
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I bought her 7 years ago and it feels the way it did when it pulled out of the showroom. Car runs perfect. I have never had to fix anything on it. I take it for its usaul check ups. This is the Ultimate Driving Machine! Buy it if you need a new car.

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