BMW 3-Series Saloon
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good, solid and reliable!

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Some very cheap and good examples around. Beware of bad ones.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not too good on cornering. Suspension is a bit too loose.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Ok for a 1.8, but top end is a bit weak.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Absolutley flawless.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Dated.

    Comfort

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Great on long distances, but get a set of Recaro seats from the scrappers.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    After-market alarm/immobiliser is a must.

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very helpful staff. They know their stuff.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Noisy camshaft, but at 130k what hasn't?

    Other

    Nowhere for after-market speakers in the back. Standard seats wear easily.

    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