BMW 1998 3-Series Compact

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  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    BMW 3 Series standards for a lot less money.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    It's a BMW so fuel, insurance and servicing costs are that little bit extra.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very refined. Should be five stars but rear end scary unless dry. ASC-T is useless.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Not rapid but pretty good for a 1900cc.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Two years trouble free motoring.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    A lot of admiration from both young and older people. Looks faster than it is.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Seats a bit uncomfy (for me) but high spec inside.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Factory fitted META system is reliable, easy to use and sophisticated.

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    From two services and two body repairs, I found the dealer standard of service very high.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes