BMW 2001 3-Series Compact

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Expensive, but worth it.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Expensive for a 3-door, but performance worth it. Average 28mpg.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Goes like a go-kart with superb performance.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Straight six fantastic. Pulls in all gears.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Numerous rattles, new rear suspension and poor paintwork.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Better looking than new A3. Looks the business.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Sports suspension a bit hard, but fantastic handling.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Not pinched yet. Sometimes wish it had been.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    BMW agreed to exchange the vehicle for free, after a fight, due to poor dealer service, blotchy paintwork and threat of further action.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Uneven firing on cold start up.

    Other

    Constant rattle from rear seat area.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes