The reading lights are excellent. The glass window opens separately, which is convenient when dropping a briefcase or a couple of bags in back. The safety recall is expected to begin during April 2012. Though it comes with all-wheel drive, it is made for city streets. Opting for the sport package nets a sport-tuned suspension, bigger wheels and active roll stabilization, which enables the 5 to tackle tight corners as skillfully as some dedicated sports cars. The 535xi Sport Wagon is a very fashionable and fun-to-drive alternative to a sport-utility vehicle.
This 528 ix is my fourth, having driven two 3 series, one of which I still have, and a 7 Series. I now have a lifetime mechanic I can trust. Reliability was more varied, according to Consumer Reports. Thank God for them--no more trips to the dealer in Scottsdale. The auxiliary pump helps cool the turbocharger during some driving conditions and in some cases can fail, causing the circuit board to overheat. The current-generation 5 Series was launched for the 2004 model year and received a major update for 2008.
The company set up a task force in May 2010 after two customer vehicles reported burned engine compartments. Marginal side-crash-test results from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety are also not up to par for a luxury sedan. That recall affected cars from the 2002 through 2005 model years. In certain cases, the driver may experience reduced engine performance in a safe mode accompanied by a tone and illumination of the 'engine malfunction' light. The 535xi Sport Wagon is a very fashionable and fun-to-drive alternative to a sport-utility vehicle. Rear-seat head- and legroom are also satisfactory.
The downside is that the automatic can feel more jarring in Sport mode. That could lead to a fire. We liked it a lot. Side Impact Crash Test - Rear: Similar to the front side impact test only now the focus is on the rear passenger. Prescott is fortunate to have such a fine tuned auto repair business. The M5 utilizes a specially tuned sport suspension and unique cross-drilled disc brakes.
Be sure to take your prospective car to one of these shops to have it inspected before you buy it. Owners will be notified starting next month as well. New for 2009 There are minimal changes for 2009. It mixes comfort, performance, high-tech features and passenger-friendly accommodations in a fairly compact package. That's because almost everything else, including some basic stereo functions, is controlled by i-Drive, the computer interface that manages virtually every system in the car. The 5-Series models have a roomy interior, with front seats that are excellent for long trips, enough back seat space for adults and, in sedans, a very roomy trunk.
The optional Adaptive Xenon Headlights are excellent. It can automatically make slight steering adjustments without driver intervention. My car runs well and my checkbook is intact. Driving Impressions The base 528i is the most powerful entry-level 5 Series ever. The classic straight six delivers a balance of smoothness, torque, and response that V6 engines can't seem to match. Of all these, the 535i is certainly our pick of the litter. The availability of a manual transmission is nice in a segment that is increasingly becoming automatic-only.
G Advanced Auto Repair recommends safe practices when working with power tools, automotive lifts, lifting tools, jack stands, electrical equipment, blunt instruments, chemicals, lubricants, or any other tools or equipment seen or implied in this video. But we trust them not to recommend something unnecessary. The window switches are flat in the armrest on the door, and sit right at the fingertips when the driver's arm lies on the rest, and the mirror adjustor sits just beyond the window switches. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash. The door panels have a two-tone finish, with the tops covered in black while the lower portion matches the interior color. They are consistently the best and they know their cars. Would definitely recommend for someone who wants a great driving experience with the comforts of a luxury sedan.
Despite its horsepower deficit compared to the other models it's no lightweight , it's spry, and light on its feet. The recall also includes 2003-2010 Rolls Royce Phantom models. Vettraino filed this report from Detroit, with Mitch McCullough reporting from Charlottesville, Virginia. All models are automatic transmission. Additionally, owners of model year 2006-2007 3 Series with standard seats, 5 Series with comfort seats, and Z4 models, will receive an extended warranty on their front passenger seat occupant detection mat. Every version of the 5 Series puts an emphasis on driving and, in its market category, it is the target at which all competitors are aimed. It simulates crashes that can occur in intersections by striking a 3,015-pound weight against the side of a vehicle at 38.