BMW 2003 3-Series Coupe

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Direct from local BMW dealership.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Service at greater intervals than 318i, but costs more!

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Comfortable, but not as much as previous 318i 4-door.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Zippy, but not 100% convinced about pickup in first gear.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    More electical problems than 318i - Brake light bulbs etc...

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very good.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Preferred the 318i - miss the armrest in the centre.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    No probs.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Requires 1-litre of engine oil every 4000 or so miles, which I find excessive!

    Other

    More electrical problems than previous car (however minor).

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes