BMW 3-Series Coupe

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Pricey, but worth the extra for the name.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Warranty has covered everything so far, but very little major costs apart from the service.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Wonderful poise on the road, especially with M-Tech suspension!!

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very good performance from the 2.5 straight six. Pokey and relatively low insurance group.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No real probs - just a new battery (BMW emergency service were very good).

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    There are three types of drivers... 1. Luxury (Porsche etc). 2. BMW drivers. 3. Mondeo owners who want to be 1 or 2...!!

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No problems from the leather sports seats for me... I do 15k miles a year...

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    On-board computer provides extra security with immobiliser you can key in.

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Garage was helpful in selling this car and tried when I ordered a new M3, but servicing department lacks professionalism. Sorry, am buying a used M3 from another BMW garage.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No