BMW 1-Series Hatchback (2004 - 2011) 118d SE 5d (2005/05) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
It's a nice car honestly.. People will probaby think you made it.. Loool.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
My mum hated the ride quality.. :(. My dad preferred my previous e46 316i.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Maybe a 120d.. And simply because of the performance statistics it gives.. 163bhp from a 2 litre turbo diesol.. Wicked..
What are you likely to buy next?
A Audi a3 2.0tdi or a golf gt tdi.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£5,250
When did you buy the car?
July 2014
Did you get a good deal and why?
Bought it from a trader in Surrey managed to reduce the price quite a lot only god knows why he negotiated so much.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Couldn't find a 120d in the price range so this was the next best thing.
What was the dealer like?
He was alright.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Honestly the ride is very uncomfortable Im starting to hate it but have no choice but to stick with it. I assume it's because of the run flats? Speed wise even for 122bhp it's quite fast. The turbo probably gets credit for the crazy torque in each gear feels like it pulls like a train.
What's it like to park?
With parking sensors you can't really have any issues.. Just listen out for the beeps.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Only had it for a few months now and it seems fine although after buying it I noticed the parking sensors didn't work which I need to chase up and also it makes a noise whilst driven.
What's most practical about your car?
I like the steering controls.. Dual climate controls the parking sensors.. Service menu..
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Steering controls.. Dual heater control.. Service menu.. Parking sensors..
