BMW 523i

I have a thing for BMWs. I don’t know why, I just do. Ever since I placed my backside in my Uncle’s 3-series coupe I have been an addict – stupid as it may sound. It had a Schnitzer bodykit with big alloys and had some serious power hidden beneath, he doesn’t have it anymore but the memory of the car remains. Fast in a straight line, and serious fast through corners, but all done very quietly and smoothly. In my words, it was just right! It felt right, and looked right. So the blue and white roundel grew and grew on me, until I would spend hours at a time on the ... more

Living With It “The 5 Series, one of the most gifted cars to grace tarmac” That comment from a leading car magazine is I confirm, true I purchased a 523SE 2 years ago and have nothing but praise with it’s all round abilities. The quality of fit and finish is better than any other car I have ever owned. There is not a squeak or rattle anywhere, even travelling on rough rural roads. The materials used in the cabin finish are of a very high standard. The whole dash area is driver orientated with the centre console angled slightly towards the driver. All the controls fall easily ... more

The silver one in the picture - thats mine! Quick review of probably the best driving machine on a Company Car list. The 523 SE is a very comfortable, quality bulit product. Interior layout is excelkent and cabin comfort is high. As with all BMWs, the SE pack is needed to get the extras that help driving - in this case I found the cruise control the best. I drive the manual version; the gearbox is slick and precise and the car is powerful enough that you do not have to row it ever. Engine noise is virtually invisible and it is a lovely smooth ride. Rear seat legroom is very poor though ... more