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4 out of 5 stars

interior improvments needed

Ronst, 06/17/2004
2004 BMW 5 Series 545i 4dr Sedan (4.4L 8cyl 6A)
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Interior design around the driver is poor. Arm rest and storage comartment need major improvement. Side door pockets not as spacious as older models. Would like to see retractable arm rest back. "I-drive" you find a radio station! It takes five steps to get to the radio! I have to accept a disclaimer that pops up on the nav screen every time I start the engine. I was told satelite radio would be available-not! There is an annoying light on the ceiling that stays on when there is no passenger in the right seat that reads "air bag not activated" Goes off when seat is occupied.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Outstanding Automobile

borsyst, 06/22/2004
2004 BMW 5 Series 530i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
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Last summer as i moved to germany for three years, i was quite excited to learn that the new 5 series would be available, so i ordered one and in August, i picked up my 530i. After 10 months...what a car. I don't understand what the issue is with the styling that C&D and MT complain about. This car is hot. On the Autobahn, I have taken it up to the governed 250km limit (155mph) and usually cruise somewhere between 200- 230kph (124-143mph)...this car is smooth. The handling and brakes are first class. The i-drive is quite helpful with the Navi and with the Bluetooth mobile phone connection. I highly recommend this car.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Hmmm. a car without coolant tempera gage

Andrew122, 10/14/2003
2004 BMW 5 Series 530i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
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I tested GS300, C320 & 530i in one day and I ended up with a 530i. It's fun to drive this car. Very spacious. i- Drive doesn't turn out to be such a nuisance. Sound is not as good as the 325i I used to own. They want you to pay top $ now for the upgraded sound system. Didn't see weather band radio as described in the manual.

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5 out of 5 stars

04 530i is awesome!

molly brown, 11/22/2003
2004 BMW 5 Series 530i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
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It is a joy to drive. Handling is great. Style and comfort exceptional.

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5 out of 5 stars

Are you kidding me?

twisttoopen, 01/09/2004
2004 BMW 5 Series 545i 4dr Sedan (4.4L 8cyl 6A)
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Absolutely the best handling vehicle I have ever driven. The perfomance is amazing in every category. Even though I have a tendency to drive faster with this top notch engine, I also feel considerably safer due to the way the 545 responds. Go get one...but not in my neighborhood. I am the envy of all!

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