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BMW 5-Series Used Car Reviews

Read reviews of the BMW 5-Series to find out more about the car before you buy it! Alternatives to the BMW 5-Series are highlighted and you are able to make an informed decision about buying a used BMW 5-Series.

 

BMW 5-Series Review - Car Review (2008 Jan)
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What they said when the BMW 5-Series was new… (Aug 22 2003) SADLY for the motor industry, the old adage 'If it's not broken, don't fix it" just doesn't wash. Even the best cars grow old and as they do so the opposition is forever updati... BMW 5-Series Review
BMW 5-Series M5 - Car Review (2006 Jul)
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THE idea of an executive car with all the luxurious trim levels plus awesome super car performance was without precedent when BMW launched its M series in the mid-80s.But the latest model takes these refinements to a whole new playing field. The new ... BMW 5-Series M5
First to see will buy... A BMW - Car Review (2008 May)
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If you are a truly, madly and deeply dippy follower of Bangernomics, then whatever you are taxing, insuring and fuelling right now, ought to be the bestest ever car you’ve ever owned, ever. Even if you got it wrong and it’s costing you... First to see will buy... A BMW
Target the latest 5-Series - Car Review (2009 Nov)
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THE latest sixth generation BMW 5-Series gets a smoother look and more efficient enginesFollowing the launch of the 5-series GT, BMW has unveiled the new saloon.It has a smooth look helped by a coupe-like roofline plus a sleeker shape and bonnet and ... Target the latest 5-Series
Mmm Bop: BMW 5 Series Review - Car Review (2009 Sep)
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As I came off Spaghetti Junction near Birmingham, the slip road for the M6 south was unsighted, which forced me to dive into it rather later than I would have liked. The situation perfectly demonstrated the handling of the 5 Series M Sport – th... Mmm Bop: BMW 5 Series Review
BMW 530d Touring - Car Review (2011 Jan)
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THE world of the luxury estate, or tourer as this style is now frequenlty known, is getting bigger and tapping in on this lucrative market are German premium manufacturers who are going the extra mile to prove that their load luggers are the best in ... BMW 530d Touring
BMW 535d Touring M Sport - Car Review (2011 Aug)
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IT'S the ultimate Q-car - restrained and elegant despite the well-muscled flanks, and within it’s opulent and commodious.Yet beneath the fluted bonnet there’s a near-300bhp twin turbo diesel engine that delivers genuine thump-in-the-rump power.The BM... BMW 535d Touring M Sport
Touring completes 5 Series trilogy - Car Review (2010 Sep)
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IT hasn’t taken too long for BMW to finally complete its latest trilogy.Hard on the heels of the recently-launched 5 Series Gran Turismo and saloon pairing, in heralds the last piece of the jigsaw in the form of the Touring, a truly magnificent estat... Touring completes 5 Series trilogy
Supermarket Saving - Car Review (2009 May)
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On a recent visit to two of the UK’s biggest car supermarkets, I again had it confirmed that you can generalise when it comes to buying used cars. There are few rules of thumb that will guarantee you a good deal. But, with the right information... Supermarket Saving
Pace and luxury from Lexus - Car Review (2010 Jul)
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THE latest models from Lexus have just about everything as standard – they even light up the kerb when you approach at night.Second-hand, the GS series retain more of their value over three years than the Mercedes E-class, the BMW 5-series or the Aud... Pace and luxury from Lexus

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BMW 5-Series News, FAQs and Buyer's Guides

We have an archive of news and Q&A articles from our buyer's forum. Search for an article that will help guide you in the purchase of your used BMW 5-Series.

 

BMW 5-Series Review - Car Review (2008 Jan)
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What they said when the BMW 5-Series was new… (Aug 22 2003) SADLY for the motor industry, the old adage 'If it's not broken, don't fix it" just doesn't wash. Even the best cars grow old and as they do so the opposition is forever updati... BMW 5-Series Review
BMW 5-Series M5 - Car Review (2006 Jul)
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THE idea of an executive car with all the luxurious trim levels plus awesome super car performance was without precedent when BMW launched its M series in the mid-80s.But the latest model takes these refinements to a whole new playing field. The new ... BMW 5-Series M5
First to see will buy... A BMW - Car Review (2008 May)
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If you are a truly, madly and deeply dippy follower of Bangernomics, then whatever you are taxing, insuring and fuelling right now, ought to be the bestest ever car you’ve ever owned, ever. Even if you got it wrong and it’s costing you... First to see will buy... A BMW
Target the latest 5-Series - Car Review (2009 Nov)
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THE latest sixth generation BMW 5-Series gets a smoother look and more efficient enginesFollowing the launch of the 5-series GT, BMW has unveiled the new saloon.It has a smooth look helped by a coupe-like roofline plus a sleeker shape and bonnet and ... Target the latest 5-Series
Mmm Bop: BMW 5 Series Review - Car Review (2009 Sep)
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As I came off Spaghetti Junction near Birmingham, the slip road for the M6 south was unsighted, which forced me to dive into it rather later than I would have liked. The situation perfectly demonstrated the handling of the 5 Series M Sport – th... Mmm Bop: BMW 5 Series Review
BMW 530d Touring - Car Review (2011 Jan)
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THE world of the luxury estate, or tourer as this style is now frequenlty known, is getting bigger and tapping in on this lucrative market are German premium manufacturers who are going the extra mile to prove that their load luggers are the best in ... BMW 530d Touring
BMW 535d Touring M Sport - Car Review (2011 Aug)
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IT'S the ultimate Q-car - restrained and elegant despite the well-muscled flanks, and within it’s opulent and commodious.Yet beneath the fluted bonnet there’s a near-300bhp twin turbo diesel engine that delivers genuine thump-in-the-rump power.The BM... BMW 535d Touring M Sport
Touring completes 5 Series trilogy - Car Review (2010 Sep)
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IT hasn’t taken too long for BMW to finally complete its latest trilogy.Hard on the heels of the recently-launched 5 Series Gran Turismo and saloon pairing, in heralds the last piece of the jigsaw in the form of the Touring, a truly magnificent estat... Touring completes 5 Series trilogy
Supermarket Saving - Car Review (2009 May)
Review
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On a recent visit to two of the UK’s biggest car supermarkets, I again had it confirmed that you can generalise when it comes to buying used cars. There are few rules of thumb that will guarantee you a good deal. But, with the right information... Supermarket Saving
Pace and luxury from Lexus - Car Review (2010 Jul)
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THE latest models from Lexus have just about everything as standard – they even light up the kerb when you approach at night.Second-hand, the GS series retain more of their value over three years than the Mercedes E-class, the BMW 5-series or the Aud... Pace and luxury from Lexus

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Used BMW 5-Series Prices

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Used BMW 5-Series Fault Guide

Before you buy a used BMW 5-Series you should be aware of the common faults or wear items specific to the BMW 5-Series that you should check for. Our research amongst the experts that work on the BMW 5-Series everyday has identified the essential engine checks, interior items that you need to ensure work, wear items to spot on the BMW 5-Series suspension, areas on the bodywork to inspect, and information about official recalls of the BMW 5-Series.

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