BMW 1-Series Hatchback (2004 - 2011) 120d SE 3d (07) (2007/57) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Understated & divisive.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They like the quality feel.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes, more than enough real world performance, fairly practical and very economical.
What are you likely to buy next?
BMW 123d or Audi A5.
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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?
£6,500
When did you buy the car?
April 2014
Did you get a good deal and why?
Fair price and part exchange.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
I wanted a more economical car to replace my Saab 9-3 Aero, without sacrificing too much performance.
What was the dealer like?
No problems.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Perfectly weighted steering, tight controls, 177ps gives enough shove annoy most Civic Type R drivers.
What's it like to park?
With the front and rear sensors, easy.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Nothing so far.
What's most practical about your car?
Auto start/stop engine.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Front & rear parking sensors.
