BMW 1996 3-Series Saloon

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Seems to hold its value well.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Parts are always expensive - even second-hand.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    A good drive.

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Not as quick as image suggests.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Never lets me down.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Everyone seems to be impressed by a BMW.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Good, with plenty of legroom in the rear.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good - and it needs to be! Thieves think there's something expensive inside so it's been broken into easily (screwdriver through door) but not taken away.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Condesending attitude and treatment from the three dealerships I've used.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Very good - solid as a rock, quiet and very economical.

    Other

    Car feels solid despite age and 160,000 miles; and it still gives 38 mpg.

    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