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Used 2002 BMW 5 Series Sedan Consumer Reviews

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Great car but low reliability

LuvChiana, 06/01/2004
2002 BMW 5 Series 530i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
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This was my first BMW, and it was the best car I ever owned -- until its second birthday. Great handling, braking, overall feel. Above average marks on luxury and comfort. No problems until the two year mark, then all sort hit in fairly quick order. Including: electrical system problems stranded me three times in two weeks, rotting trim, radio & climate controls, and computer display panel fading out. Traded car after Internet research - - BMW's OK reliabilty in general but if you get one that goes bad it really goes bad.

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5 out of 5 stars

It's a ten

Esarbee, 08/07/2002
2002 BMW 5 Series 530i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
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Perfection on wheels. It handles and corners like the TGV. Titanium gray with gray leather. Best car I have ever owned.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

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Avery, 01/22/2005
2002 BMW 5 Series 540i 4dr Sedan (4.4L 8cyl 5A)
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The 540 is a joy to drive. Handles like a race car with 4 doors. Fuel economy better not be important to you if you own one of these. I smile everytime I climb in.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

European Excellence

CARNUT, 03/10/2005
2002 BMW 5 Series 540i 4dr Sedan (4.4L 8cyl 5A)
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If you appreciate European (esp. German) cars and want more than what a Japanese luxury car can deliver, then you will love the BMW 540i series (E39). It has more than enough power to get the job done on the highway. Super comfortable on long drives. The Navigation system is one of the best. Perfect mix of Sport (w/ the sport package) and luxury in a medium sized sedan. At this price point, nothing matches it.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Best Sedan I've Ever Driven

SemiNo.1e, 03/13/2003
2002 BMW 5 Series 525i 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
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It responds to your will. I smile every time I drive it.

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