BMW 1996 3-Series Saloon

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Lots of power for the money.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Always used independent specialists.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Firm ride, but fun.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Sluggish at first, but awesome when turbo kicks in.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Never failed to start, now over 100K fuel pump in tank went.

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    4 out of 5 4.0

    Still good, but lots of kids have got them now.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Great in front, limited rear leg room.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Can't fault it.

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Not had it serviced by BMW, but found them excellent when it had a recall (It was 7 years old then).

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Will go forever, if maintained.

    Other

    Trim cheap and nasty, not as solid a feel as my previous 520i.

    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