BMW 1-Series Hatchback (2004 - 2011) 116i ES 5d (6) (2006/06) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I'm gullible for buying a BMW.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Nothing much. One or two liked it but the one lives under power lines so that doesn't say much!
Would you buy this car again and why?
No way!
What are you likely to buy next?
We've got a Volvo V40 R design now. Love it .
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
Yes
What price did you pay?
£15,000
When did you buy the car?
May 2006
Did you get a good deal and why?
It was pre-registered so we didn't have to wait for delivery as said before!
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
It was pre-registered so we didn't have to wait for delivery!
What was the dealer like?
Not great. More wanted to make a sale than anything else. Very cold and unwelcoming showroom.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Bumpy, rattly, low, harsh hard seats, awkward. Not good at all. Alright on the motorway though. Feels like it needs a 6th gear!
What's it like to park?
Fairly easy.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Yes! We replaced the battery and then the timing chain and then the timing chain slipped again which made us sell it. It was a £3000 repair!
What's most practical about your car?
Nothing. Very cramped.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
CD player and radio. Nothing else.
