BMW 3-Series Coupe

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Power and comfort for good price.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    300+ miles to tank (urban). Quite heavy on rear tyres.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Joy to drive. No traction control, so have to be careful on cold or wet roads.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Pulls through all gears easily. Slight flat spot around 1.5k revs in 1st.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent. 3500 mile driving holiday with no probs.

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    3 out of 5 3.0

    Good, but not exclusive any more.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Excellent in front. Lacks rear legroom.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Deadlocks and closure good. BMW removed alarm before purchase. No reason given.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Recall notice sent promptly. Shame about local dealership.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    No problems.

    Other

    Heavy on rear tyres. Broken rear suspension spring (top coil).

    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