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  • Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    A driver !

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

    1st Class

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    100%, possibly saloon once the old dog goes to doggy heaven

    What are you likely to buy next?

    335d

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchise

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £17,500

    When did you buy the car?

    April 2010

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    got what I paid for my E46 a year before

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    had a e46 touring before

    What was the dealer like?

    bought it blind, had 800 mile round trip to get the right spec which was worth it as the car has every option

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    shockingly quick when pushed. I've had quick cars in the past so know what to expect

    What's it like to park?

    Easy

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    not yet, feels solid, the run flat issue has been blown out of proportion.

    What's most practical about your car?

    power versus fuel economy

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    panorama sunroof