BMW 1996 3-Series Saloon

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  • Economy

    Value

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Hardly any extras on £21k car!

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Averages 35mpg and services are reasonable.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Harsh ride due to stiff sports suspension.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Goes alright if you rev it hard.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Reliability is ok, but build quality suspect.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Looks great on the outside, but basic inside.

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Harsh ride and low, but then it is a sportscar!

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    No alarm or immobiliser as standard.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Dick Lovett in Bristol were very good.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Interior has worn away quicker than expected.

    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