2005 BMW 5 Series 525i
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The 2005 5 Series is BMW's mid-size executive sedan and wagon, aimed at drivers who want a sporty feel without stepping up to the 7 Series. It handles with a sharpness that makes even a commute feel engaging, though the run-flat tires can make the ride a bit firm over rough pavement. The cabin is driver-focused, with supportive seats and a clean layout, and the wagon body offers generous cargo space behind the rear seats. Reliability is generally good for the era, but the iDrive system and cooling system are known trouble spots as the car ages. The 525i is the entry to the 5 Series range, offering a more accessible price and a smaller engine than the 545i while keeping the same sharp chassis and refined cabin. Its 2.5L I6 makes 184 horsepower and pairs with the automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive, giving you smooth, relaxed cruising rather than urgent acceleration. Fuel economy is a reasonable 20 mpg combined, and the wagon body adds real versatility with a large, flat load floor behind the rear seats.
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Miles Overview
The 2005 5 Series is BMW's mid-size executive sedan and wagon, aimed at drivers who want a sporty feel without stepping up to the 7 Series. It handles with a sharpness that makes even a commute feel engaging, though the run-flat tires can make the ride a bit firm over rough pavement. The cabin is driver-focused, with supportive seats and a clean layout, and the wagon body offers generous cargo space behind the rear seats. Reliability is generally good for the era, but the iDrive system and cooling system are known trouble spots as the car ages. The 525i is the entry to the 5 Series range, offering a more accessible price and a smaller engine than the 545i while keeping the same sharp chassis and refined cabin. Its 2.5L I6 makes 184 horsepower and pairs with the automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive, giving you smooth, relaxed cruising rather than urgent acceleration. Fuel economy is a reasonable 20 mpg combined, and the wagon body adds real versatility with a large, flat load floor behind the rear seats.
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$102
6% APR for 72 months
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35 days listed
Time on the market may give you some room to negotiate.
0 active alternatives
Similar vehicles nationwide
Limited availability reduces your negotiating room.
Ask Miles about this car, what it should cost, and how to handle the dealer.
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Adams Auto Sale Inc. is a car dealer in Raleigh, NC.