BMW 2001 3-Series Saloon

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Slightly overpriced.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Cheap to run - 15,000 miles services.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Handles brilliantly, but tyre roar from 225 Bridestones.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Excellent.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Suspension squeaks and coolant loss.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    One of the best looking cars on the road.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Sport seats are very good, but pedals are too offset.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Good alarm and immobiliser.

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Superb - car valeted every time.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Coolant leak from thermostat.

    Other

    Squeak from front wishbone buses.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes