BMW 3-Series Coupe 318 Ci 16V 2d (2002/02) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Not cheap to buy but its only depreciated the same in £'s as my previous Vectra yet its a much higher value car, so that's good I guess.
Costs
Under warranty so no costs except servicing yet. I found the oil change at £80 a bit steep. Rear tyres lasted 30k miles.
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On the road
Driving
Excellent sure footed drive. Very secure on bends, 'swerveable' when nutters cause a problem.
Performance
Very smooth and good for a 2 litre. Feels refined.
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Living with it
Reliability
No problems so far other than a CD player that jumps over small bumps like cats eyes. BMW garage say 'no problem found'. Must be my imagination every time I go over a small bump.
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A discerning choice.
Comfort
I had the sports seats as an extra, they are superb. No problem with long journeys. Climate control also makes long journeys less tiring.
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Security and Service
Security
No problems so far.
Service
Having paid £250 for the CD system I don't expect it to jump. My wife's Audi has a CD and it has never jumped.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
None.
Other
CD jumps on minor bumps.
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