BMW 1-Series Hatchback (2004 - 2011) 118i 3d (07) (2008/58) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I have a nice car which I need for business.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Everyone liked it.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes its great to drive.
What are you likely to buy next?
Not sure.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
Yes
What price did you pay?
£15,000
When did you buy the car?
January 2008
Did you get a good deal and why?
We got lots of extras due to the car being a bit late coming.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Prestige car with superb handling and eco friendly.
What was the dealer like?
Very Good service.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Fantastic to drive, great road holding and very nippy, occasionally felt the back end skip when going a little fast. Downside the worst car ever in snow and in two of the worst winters for 30 years missed several weeks of driving it just wouldn't budge.
What's it like to park?
Easy to park once you got used to the smaller windows.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Small electrical fault which stopped the plug sockets working.
What's most practical about your car?
The stop start technology cuts already good fuel consumption.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Bluetooth