What should I look out for on E60 BMW 5 Series?

Looking for info on second hand BMW 5 Series M Sport (E60): what should I look for fault wise?

Keith, Dublin

Keith Lestrange

Apr 2014 Filed under: choosing used car

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Expert answer

Hi Keith,

The areas you have to check carefully on an E60 5 Series are the suspension and electrics. If there are any nasty noises coming from underneath, or if the steering feels anything less than precise and solid, you've got possible trouble. The run-flat tyres can also cause trouble, suffering from little air leaks that play havoc with the tyre pressure monitoring system. The iDrive infotainment system can also be wayward, sometimes taking as long as 20 minutes to boot up, but apparently post-2005 cars are far better in this regard. Finally, check all the electrical and electronic systems to make absolutely sure that everything is working as it should be, and don't even consider a car that doesn't have a full service history.

Neil Briscoe - Complete Car Adviser
@neilmbriscoe