Other BMW 1-Series (2004 - 2013) models:

  • Summary

    3 out of 5 3.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Good quality car that takes me reliably from A to B

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

    Posh and smart looking vehicle!

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No, poor visibility especially to the rear, takes quite some time to get used to driving, far less economic than technical data for this car suggest, expensive to buy with a rapid loss in value

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Fiat 500 or Mini

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchise

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £0

    When did you buy the car?

    June 2010

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Standard deal

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    What was the dealer like?

    Very efficient and friendly during the buying process, after care a little disappointing

  • Driving it

    3 out of 5 3.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Drives smoothly, excellerates well, gearbox a bit stiff and needs time to get used to

    What's it like to park?

    Not that easy despite of parking sensors

  • Living with it

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    No

    What's most practical about your car?

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?