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  • Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Its definatly a typical drivers car. If your a passionate driver, the blue and white propeller is the car to have.

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    They all think its a great car, good looking.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Definatley, i think the E36 is still the nicest 3 series they ever made and still looks the part even today. Would love to try out a 328i Saloon.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Another BMW or and Audi.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Didn't buy from a dealer

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £1,400

    When did you buy the car?

    March 2008

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    For little money, your getting alot of car, its a BMW!!!

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    What was the dealer like?

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Performance is average, but a good 1.8 engine, its power is after about 70mph, then it just keeps on going!!! NICE. A beautiful smooth car on the motorways, no bumps, it just glides. The rear wheel drive is great fun, bit lethal in the wet though, if not careful, it will bite you. Fantastic if you feel like giving it some grief pulling away on a good corner. It will do what you want it to do, be it Mean or just plain innocent.

    What's it like to park?

    No problems, the power steering helps, like any car really, once you get to know it, you manage most parking spaces.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Central Locks have had a few funny turns but nothing accept the expected general wear and tear.

    What's most practical about your car?

    A great size cabin space and a fair sized boot- suited all my needs perfectly.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    The MPG Counter is extremly handy, not all cars had them at that age, and you just cant fault those famous BMW Orange Dials. You know your in the Ultimate Driving Machine!!!