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  • Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    The car says cool sophistication and a man who knows good design.

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

    Who cares I love it and have the roof down at every opportunity.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes, its practicable car which is very quick and has style. You can drive at 70 on the motorway and still have the roof down.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    When the kids have gone a Mercedes SL500 or BMW 6 series.

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £36,000

    When did you buy the car?

    January 2011

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    The car was registered to BMW was had press preparation, but had only done 1000 miles. The car should have cost around £55000 and I paid £36000.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    The car is a powerful convertible that can carry 4 people if needed and is the best looking hard top convertible.

    What was the dealer like?

    Very good dealer experience, which felt like I was buying a brand new car.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Excellent drive and particularly with the roof down. The car is responsive and very quick. Why have an M3 when a 330D is this quick.

    What's it like to park?

    Very easy. Passenger side door mirror tilts down so you can see the kerb and the parking sensors are brilliant.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Just an annoying rattle from the boot when the roof was down. The first time in they changed a locking mechanism and the second time just greased lots of joints.

    What's most practical about your car?

    A proper four seat convertible sports car which sounds and goes better with the roof down.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Sat nav , being able to send information to the car from my computer. The I drive is very good and being able to bluetooth music from my phone.