BMW 3-Series Coupe 318 Ci 16V 2d (2002/52) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Solidly built and quality feel Sport spec gives extras such as sports seats, 18"" alloys, etc. Has most things you need. Looks expensive compared to more mundane cars, but BMW image is skyhigh
Costs
Fairly good fuel consumption. Servicing can be pricey from dealer, but intervals are quite spaced apart. Hardly uses consumables, but 18"" tyres are expensive
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On the road
Driving
Surprisingly agile with sport suspension, but can feel very heavy at parking speeds
Performance
Lethargic acceleration below 2K revs, but picks up well after that. Nevertheless it's no fireball and don't expect to outrun any hot-hatches
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Living with it
Reliability
Excellent reliability so far. Airbag fault for no reason. Watch for problematic CD changers
Image
Still has quality image. Only negative comment is that they are now very common which is true. There is a reduced sense of exclusivity. But it undeniably looks fantastic in sport spec
Comfort
Sports seats excellent for long distances. Very refined and quiet, but some tyre roar. Has most creature comforts. Hard suspension
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Security and Service
Security
Seems fine, but i'm always worried someone might try to nick it! Consider a tracker
Service
Good, but some of the staff are little snooty
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
A little noisy on tickover, but not noticeable from the inside
Other
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes