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Used 2002 BMW 5 Series Sedan Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

Impeccable German engineering

bimmerphile, 09/21/2002
2002 BMW 5 Series 530i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
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I have had my 530i/5-sp with PP/Xenon/fold-down seat for 18 months, and it has been a real blast. Contrary to what other reviewers might have suggested, the standard non-sports suspension on these cars are extremely capable, and does ride on rails on experienced hands. The clutch is a piece of car(again, for those who are trained). The engine pitch is so sweet and smooth that you can upshift and rev- match telepathically. Heel-to-toe can be a bit difficult, unless the brake is almost fully depressed. In addition, the non-sports car is so QUIET that I can hear the fast breathing of the passengers! :-)

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4.13 out of 5 stars

BMW 530i

middle age, 03/08/2002
2002 BMW 5 Series 530i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
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Excellent sports sedan. Handles well and seats the whole family. One the few sports sedans in this class with manual transmission.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

The Ultimate Balance of Luxury & Sport

VC, 03/09/2002
2002 BMW 5 Series 530i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
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I purchased mine new - made to order and got delivery in June 2001. I live in the SFO -CA area. Every day has been a pleasure. I have 12K miles - been to Lake Tahoe (twice), Laguna Beach and the ride keeps getting better. More than 3 instances of absolute strangers telling me that it is a beautiful looking car - I could'nt agree more ! No Regrets at all !

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Jim's 530i

JamesHBaker, 09/27/2002
2002 BMW 5 Series 530i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
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The car is great fun to drive! I have driven more miles since I have had my 530i than I normally do. I must say that I have enjoyed every minute. If you buy a BMW, and have the time, I suggest that you take delivery at the BMW Performance Center in SC. I think it was one of the best days of my life.

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Good Stuff

jakedogdog, 04/16/2003
2002 BMW 5 Series 540i 4dr Sedan (4.4L 8cyl 5A)
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Great car. This is the third BMW I have had the privelege to own. The first two were both 328i's. I loved the way they drove, but they were too small. I ended up in this car as I got a good deal on it, and it's even better than the 328's. It's a great size (the back seats in the 3's are just too small) without being too big. I wish it did not feel quite so heavy - but it's a price I'm willing to pay.

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