BMW 3-Series Saloon (1998 - 2005) 316i ES 4d (2004/04) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I wont have anything else but the best brand of vehicle that suits my budget.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Its not sporty enough for me, I used to have a 325ti sport and this is seen more as a family mans car.
Would you buy this car again and why?
No, I went through a sensible faze in my life, I would be doing that again!
What are you likely to buy next?
Bmw 218d m sport but another bmw for sure.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£7,250
When did you buy the car?
January 2010
Did you get a good deal and why?
I was given a discount of £1,000 plus one years road tax, 12 months warranty, full tank of petrol, 1st service free.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
The vehicle had low miles 27, 000 with one owner from new.
What was the dealer like?
The dealer was bmw Sandal Wakefield, West Yorkshire and they were brilliant. They really looked after me at the time of buying the car.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Its a bmw its the ultimate driving machine, I do wish it was a 325i but for a 1.8 petrol it drives like a dream. It handles corners great and with quality tyres it hugs the road.
What's it like to park?
The vehicle is easy to park a great size to handle in the city.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
In the four years that I have owned the vehicle only the abs sensor needed replacement. Apart from servicing/mot there have been no major issues. The vehicle has passed its mot every year.
What's most practical about your car?
Its a very spacious car so I can easily sit friends and family with ease. The boot is great size for when i go away.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Bluetooth for my mobile and multi functional steering wheel to control my music.
