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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Someone who appreciates style, quality and efficiency...and is a bit of poser!

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    Family like it and I would hope the neighbours do too (they've not said though!).

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes, its a great model. A very good 2nd hand buy with all the trimmings.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Mercedes C class, Jaguar XF or another BMW (ideally an M sport).

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £12,500

    When did you buy the car?

    April 2014

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    It was a high mileage model, but had a great spec & full BMW service history. It was well presented and at a competitive price.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Good reviews, power and ecomony. It was a good 2nd hand buy.

    What was the dealer like?

    Very personable, helpful and allowed the car to sell itself.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Great drive & feel, I look forward to every journey. Very sure footed and great feeling throught the steering wheel. Very quick off the mark and plenty of pull up to higher speeds.

    What's it like to park?

    The parking sensors are good, although my model doesn't have them at the front. The only thing I sometimes can't judge well is the distance on the drivers side for white lines in parking spaces. I guess its because you are quite low down. The seats can move but I prefer being lower whilst driving.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    There has been a problem with the boot catch, but it is still covered and has been repaired under the BMW 3year / unlimited mileage warrenty.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Good size for its class. I would like a bigger boot, but I should have got an estate.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Stereo, harddrive, Sat Nav, bluetooth interface, sports mode, xenon lights, sunroof...the list goes on.