BMW 3-Series Saloon
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Inexpensive car to purchase.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not too bad - cam shaft needs replacing at 100,000 miles. Sailed through last MOT.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good handling for size of car.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Surprising quick for a heavy 1600.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    The only time it has let me down in 3 years is when the batery went flat due to age.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    An 80's classic with no rust - say no more.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very comortable - electric everything.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Pretty good.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Part counter is cheaper that you'd expect.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Brilliant after 120,000 miles.

    Other

    I'd go for a 325 diesel next.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes