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4.88 out of 5 stars

Best value in the BMW line

OC dude, 02/24/2005
2003 BMW 5 Series 525i 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful

Got this car as a demo with 7000 miles on it. Paid $37000 for a fully loaded car w/ every possible option. The 2.5 engine surprise me with its get up and go, especially if it's put in Sport Mode. I've had 4 adults in this car and still drive great with wonderful acceleration on the on-ramp. Build-quality is much better compared to my 2004 330Ci; definitely a step up from the 3-series. This car's interior is timeless compared to the spartan design of the new 5 series; quality of material and leather seeems to be of better quality; compare it for yourself and save yourself a whole lotta money by buying the previous generation 5.

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5 out of 5 stars

best sedan ever owned

alan cole, 09/25/2003
2003 BMW 5 Series 540i 4dr Sedan (4.4L 8cyl 6M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful

had em all, this is the best by a wide margin

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Greatest Car Ever!

Styve, 10/22/2002
2003 BMW 5 Series 540i 4dr Sedan (4.4L 8cyl 6M)
14 of 37 people found this review helpful

I have owned many cars, and none could even come close to this car. The 540i is a true drivers car. Speed, handling, comfort - Who could ask for more?! It even has room for the kids (unlike my 328ci). If your in the market for a family rocket, and you do not mind stopping at the gas station every ten minutes, this is the car for you.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Buy Smart , Buy CPO

Neil Barker, 02/24/2006
2003 BMW 5 Series 540i 4dr Sedan (4.4L 8cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I bought a 2003 540 Sport/Automatic from the BMW CPO program. No regrets so far, car has functioned flawlessly. The 540 is manufactured in BMW's premium factory, hence high quality. This car handles like a sports car, fits 5 people fairly well...though I only allow 4 max due to the factory lowered suspension. The Automatic is a dream to drive,its like a personal business jet for the road. The E39 has classic looks, its a good investment, it will look good years from now. New 5 Series ? Horrible!! I could design a better car. Chris Bangle, the new designer for BMW, has done me a favor.He saved me $30000. I bought a clean used CPO BMW. Thanks Mr. Bangle. Get one while you can.

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5 out of 5 stars

An awesome car.

fuzeboxny, 01/01/2006
2003 BMW 5 Series 530i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I have loved driving this car since May of 03. The feel of the BMW on the road is unmatched in this class. I'm sadly turning this baby in, but, for a new '06 530xi.

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