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  • Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Understated, blends in with the rest but hugely impressive performance when you want or need it. I can do 70mph at 1500 rpm and get 50+ to the gallon, yet I can put my foot down and get masses of performance.

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

    Don't know and don't really care. If I wanted to show off I wouldn't buy this car; it is understated.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    I can't think of a better car for the high mileage businessman.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Same again, but definitely recommend the LED lights, halogen lights are not bright enough.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £32,500

    When did you buy the car?

    July 2013

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    There was very little room for negotiation on the price.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Owned a 330d before and I like the mix of performance and economy.

    What was the dealer like?

    Have bought from this dealer before and no real complaints.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Effortless cruising.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy to park but miss having rear view camera which I had on previous bmw. The alloy wheels are so easy to catch on a kerb when parking.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    No

    What's most practical about your car?

    It's a 4 door saloon with a reasonable sized boot.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Paddle gear change.