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Is the 5 Series BMW diesel reliable?
Is the BMW 5 Series diesel E60 reliable, and what sort of trouble might it give?
Asked on 16 June 2010 by paulflynnd22
Answered by
David Ross
Generally the diesel engines are reliable and you'll regularly see E60 5 Series with big mileages on with no problems. For a list of what to look out for go here: honestjohn.co.uk/carbycar/bmw/5-series-e60-2003?se...d
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