BMW 1-Series Hatchback (2004 - 2011) 118d Sport 5d (2006/06) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

BMW driver on a budget

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

Envious

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes, performance with amazing fuel economy and of course supreme road holding, but would like a bit more space. Only gripe lots of wind noise around widows when driving fast

What are you likely to buy next?

probably a 3 series

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£16,750

When did you buy the car?

January 2007

Did you get a good deal and why?

not particularl negotiated full years tax, mats and full tank, but no flex on price, I guess ex demos with 3k on clock are easy to shift

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Previously drove 3 series as company car and loved it. couldn't afford an ex demo 3 series so thought I'd try a 1 series

What was the dealer like?

Far better than the local ones I have until recently used for services- appalling customer service and pricey, I now use an independent BMW garage be aware rechnology comes at a price for example new brakes and you have to purchase new sensors

What's it like to drive?

Performance for 2 litre diesel is great, I'm a bit of a middle aged racer at lights and rounabouts and it never lets me down. But road holding is brill, I feel so safe on fast bends.

What's it like to park?

Not bad, have top watch front cill when parking face on to a kerb. no worrying blind spots, but I still find it hard to judge length when reversing

Have you had any problems with the car?

No

What's most practical about your car?

not much didn't buy for practical purchased for fun drive and good handling

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Drive flats, even though they give a slightly harder ride