BMW 1996 3-Series Saloon

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  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Quality car for Mondeo money!

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Cheap servicing (if you don't go to main dealer).

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Superb handling. Power when you need it.

    Performance

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Superb acceleration for a diesel - better than most petrol cars.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Always starts - everything works perfectly.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    4-door not as popular as coupe, however it's refined and looks as if it's worth more than it actually is!

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Drive from Hampshire to Scotland, get out the car at the other end - and you'll be fresh as a daisy!

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Standard BMW immobiliser - you may like to fit an alarm and/or a tracker. Locks could be better.

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent - both from main dealer and independant specialists.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Flat battery (which just needed charging).

    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