BMW 3-Series Touring (1999 - 2005) 330i Sport 5d (01) (2003/52) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Stylish and sporty with a touch of compromise towards practicality.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
No adverse comments, it is fairly understated and doesn't draw too much attention to itself
Would you buy this car again and why?
Definitely. It ticks all the boxes.
What are you likely to buy next?
Either a Porsche Boxster or a 911 - depends on the depths of my pockets.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£13,495
When did you buy the car?
February 2008
Did you get a good deal and why?
I paid exactly what Parker's suggested I should from an independent
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
For a mix of style, performance and practicality
What was the dealer like?
Fairly helpful
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
The performance figures certainly do not lie. As a load carrier on a motorway it is very comfortable and effortlessly quick and it is equally happy in town or when the roads turn twisty when the sports pack and manual gearbox come into their own.
What's it like to park?
Very easy, rear parking sensors are a god send and the ABS makes it light and very manoeuverable.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
It needed a new clutch which was not covered by the warranty otherwise it has been fantastic.
What's most practical about your car?
Luggage space and room for 4 adults in relative comfort
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Automatic lights and wipers and heated front seats for those chilly winter mornings
