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BMW 525d SE or 520i SE
northerngeezer
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Hi
I am thinking of buying a 2-3 year old BMW, either the 525d SE or the 520 i SE petrol.
My preference is the deisel ( I have seen a 02/52 525d 'AVUS BLUE' sports model with 43k on the clock). From the figures a manual is more economical then auto but I have heard that auto is the best option for a BMW.
I would be grateful for any opinions or advice.
I am thinking of buying a 2-3 year old BMW, either the 525d SE or the 520 i SE petrol.
My preference is the deisel ( I have seen a 02/52 525d 'AVUS BLUE' sports model with 43k on the clock). From the figures a manual is more economical then auto but I have heard that auto is the best option for a BMW.
I would be grateful for any opinions or advice.
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525D manual.Happy chappy0
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would definetely go for the diesel. excellent engine. naturally would go for a manual but for a bmw the resale value may be better if it was an automatic. check in parkers used guide for prices for a manual and a auto.Problem with having access to internet is that i get asked by many to solve their problems
Well at least i learn something on the way 
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Definitly the diesel ... but I'd opt for an auto. The 5 series is more a cruiser and the auto box is excellent. Its got a tiptronic mode so it can be driven like a manual anyway. IF you had said 3 -series, then I would have suggested the manual but in a 5-series, it has to be an auto. Resale is also much easier as most people prefer luxury cars to have auto boxes (unless its an M5 or something).If you found my comment helpful, please click the 'Thanks' button below :T0
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