BMW 1998 3-Series Compact

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Not cheap but good value.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Above average but worth it.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    A good car to drive.

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Not the quickest off the mark, not bad once the revs are up.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    So far so good, starter motor starting to wear.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good, you don't see many knocking about.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Lots of space in the front, not overly spacious in the back, boot space very generous.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Had no problems so far.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    BMW Specialist used.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Starter motor in need of soon replacement.

    Other

    Ball joint replaced on latest MOT.

    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