BMW M3 Coupe
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Bought an A1 '93 model with well-below-average miles and full BMW service history for under £10k. Bargain.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    BMW main dealer servicing costs are pricey, though preferable for future re-sale value. Likes petrol... a lot.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    A lot of fun. Fast, with responsive steering and tremendous braking capabilities. Fantastic sense of control. Best on the open road.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very, very quick. Lots of power through all the gears.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very reliable, if properly maintained.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    It's an M3, isn't it? Maybe not brand new, but still an M3.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Great front seats which can be manipulated in all directions (who cares about rear passengers?) Full electrics. Standard '93 spec without air con.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Standard BMW alarm and immobiliser. Fit a tracker and good alloy wheel locks.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Good main dealer customer service (until the bill arrives).

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes