Used 2002 BMW 5 Series Consumer Reviews
Make a good choice
Over audi a6, lexus gs300, I chose BMW 530ia with prem&sports pkg. The engine is more than adequate with rich torque across the band for everyday commute and some fun in between. The sports seats with the thigh support is a plus for 6+footers like myself. sport suspension is a little firmer than standard but still provides comfortable ride and minimal bodyroll in corners. Interior and exterior designs are one of the classics. And the smooth inline6 which hums the best engine music in its class. Of course, you can hardly hear it in low rpms. overall, it's a joy to drive and ride.I often have to beg my fiancee(The car was bought for her)for the keys.
one word: problems
I love the car (525i with M sports package manual) when I actually get to drive it and when it works. It spent more time in the service dept than with me (hence the low mileage). The svc. dept. rep. knows me on a first name basis. Took it twice for the air bag light; once for a problem with the driver's seat; 4 times for a clutch problem (which has not been solved yet). I'm in the process of looking for a new car. Definitely NOT a BMW.
- 540i SedanMSRP: $9,999221 mi away
- 530i SedanMSRP: $5,495283 mi away
- 530i SedanMSRP: $6,899291 mi away
BEST BMW I HAVE EVER OWNED
A WONDERFUL DRIVING AND LOOKING SEDAN, THIS CAR TURNS HEADS,AND MAKES YOU LOOK FOR THE LONG WAY HOME.THE 5SP SHIFTS VERY SMOOTHLY AND ON A RECENT 1000 MILE TRIP THE CAR ACHIEVED 28 MILES TO THE GALLON! THE CAR HAS A FANTASTIC STEREO SYSTEM {I ORDERED THE PREMIUM SOUND PACKAGE}AND PICKING THE CAR UP IN EUROPE WAS AN EXPERIENCE IN ITSELF.
The ultimate machine ?
Not a good car to have if you are busy and using it as much as I do. The radio goes out on/off. The seats wear you out after a long day and the a/c has its own temper. What really discourages me is that the radiator went out after 47,000 miles. If you need reliability don't get here.
Excellent
This vehicle is the best i've ever owned! It's my first BMW and i must say that i'm extremely impressed. The ride is exemplary, the engine quiet and smooth and the performance very good. I have recommended this car to many of my friends who are looking for a new car. They have all been just as 'in awe' as i was and still am. You wont be dissapointed i you choose this car!