The BMW 5 SERIES (1996-03) 520I 4DR SALOON 2.0 SE AUTO is a premium four-door saloon, aimed at buyers wanting more comfort and refinement than a mainstream family car. In the UK used market it sits among executive cars for its era, competing with the Mercedes-Benz E-Class and Audi A6. With an automatic gearbox and spacious cabin, this 520i suits commuting, longer journeys and family travel. It will appeal to drivers who value a composed ride and BMW styling over low running costs or modern gadgets. As an older car, condition and maintenance history matter more than its badge alone. mycarcheck.com records 75 look-ups across 33 distinct VINs, a sample for this older model. Checks show an average private-sale valuation of £600, average recorded mileage of 127,000 miles and roughly four previous keepers; average annual mileage is 3,000 miles. These figures describe checked cars, not every example, so inspect carefully.