BMW 1996 3-Series Saloon

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  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    For what you get it is worth it, good resale value for higher spec cars.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Expensive to service and run if you go to main dealer but find yourself a local garage and use genuine parts and you can't go wrong.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Handles superbly, real driver's car that makes you want to drive it.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Considering it's a diesel and an auto it is surprisingly quick. Pulls quickly and changes very smoothly, keeping the power coming.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    No problems at all, if you look after the engine and get it fully serviced whenever it needs it. Can be expensive but will pay you back later.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    BMWs can go either way, some respect you for driving one but most think you are arrogant and/or dodgy. Don't expect to be let out of a junction by anyone but another BMW owner.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    This higher spec model comes with most of the extras and is therefore very well equipped and makes the experience very comfortable.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Deadlocks, immobiliser, full-enclosure alarm, very well protected and needs to be as almost all BMW's are targeted by joyriders.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Expensive but quick and thorough.

  • 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