BMW 3-Series Coupe 318i s 2d (1995/M) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
All overpriced but where's the competition?
Costs
The most expensive car to run I've had. Not many things seem to stay attached for long or don't need some fiddling with.
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On the road
Driving
Excellent handling, watch it in the wet if you boot it too early off a corner - you'll be fishtailing up the road.
Performance
Good but go for the 6 cylinder.
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Living with it
Reliability
OK the fuel pump failed but the AA said this was rare and it had done 106k miles at the time.
Image
Still looks good with colour coding and clear lenses - buy them, you know you want them!
Comfort
Nice ride even with M Tech harder suspension.
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Security and Service
Security
Last owner had side window broken and radio stolen - could happen to anyone but fixing the windows!!
Service
Disinterested, not enthusiasts, expensive. Go independent for work. Interestingly service parts are cheaper than anywhere!
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
OK not touched but some howling noise at the front is currently unexplained. I think the thermostat is stuck open as well - gauge is cold most of time.
Other
Nice to drive, 35+ mpg, insurance not too bad but not much more for a 6. Practical too with rear seats folding - had 18 packs of laminate floor in there.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No