BMW 3-Series Coupe 318 Ci Sport 2d (2004/54) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
It's not cheap. but for what you get I'm happy with - sport comes with all the toys I needed and some more.
Costs
1st service today - under £150 for oil and filter service. Full valet as well. Apart from that, I've not paid anything in almost a year. Fuel costs are pretty good - I get an average of 33mpg on a mix of motorway and town.
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On the road
Driving
Really nice to drive, handling is superb with the sports suspension.
Performance
It's not exactly a fireball, but it's nippy enough. Coming from a Mini Cooper S was a slight shock, but it's has changed my driving style (for the better!) Would buy a 320ci or a diesel if I had the choice again.
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Living with it
Reliability
hasn't misses a beat in nearly 14K
Image
Well, it looks good in sport spec (big wheels, body kit) and mine is silver grey (dark grey really) and it looks the part. Facelifted models look better, you can tell them as the front indicators are shaped up and not down, and the rear lights are LED)
Comfort
Very comfortable - sports seats and very comfortable on long journeys as you can move just about everything. Bluetooth car kit is superb - but check your phone works with it first! Works with Sony and some Motorola.
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Security and Service
Security
Not had anyone nick it yet..…
Service
Service can sometimes be a bit short, but only as they are very busy - always feel welcome when your face to face with them.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
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