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I have seen a 2004/54 BMW 525d M Sport Touring Auto. Would mileage of 87,000 put you off? The car is immaculate, originally cost £45k including £12k of extras. Extended BMW warranty/assistance expires September 09). The Sat Nav software has been upgraded to the latest maps. Asking £13,995 privately.

Asked on 25 April 2009 by

Answered by Honest John

Daft spec. Low power (slow) engine dressed up with hard riding, uncomfortable M-Sport bling. And actually expensive. Trade for a 49k miler is £12,400, retail £14,700.

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