BMW 1996 3-Series Saloon

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  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    I got my car farily cheap as it has high mileage, but no one would ever know.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I get ny car serviced at a local garage for £90 - a lot cheaper than BMW's £285 and they use BMW parts.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Second to none! It is fantasic. I've had my car for 18 months and it just keeps getting better!

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I'm sure it could be better, but it's all I need and it keeps the boy racers quiet.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Never ever let me down and this car only stops when I sleep. It's done 124,000 miles.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Still lusted after by a great many people. Everybody looks when it's all polished.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    It escorts my family around, baby seat, pram, small toddler, wife, myself and sometimes even the Labrador.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No problems as yet.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Always been very helpful, even when just wanted a new key.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Rear suspention brushes went at 112,000 miles, but got fixed by BMW for £200.

    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