BMW 3-Series Coupe (1999 - 2006) 330 Cd M Sport 2d (2005/55) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
A have a black one, so I probaly look like a drug dealer or a Championship footballer.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
It's a 330 BMW, so they probably think I'm a cock.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Maybe - but not in M-sport guise.
What are you likely to buy next?
Something cheaper. I bought this car when it was a few thousand miles away from some major costs: tyres, brakes, inspection 2 etc. That's over a grands worth that I won't get back when I flog. it! Oh and buy-the-way people who say BM's keep there value are deluded. Yes the deprication may be a bit slower, but remember you're starting from a much higher price. My £11K car cost some clown well over £30K 4 years ago. That's 5 grand a year down the drain!! So they don't depreciate eh??
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£11,000
When did you buy the car?
May 2009
Did you get a good deal and why?
Probably not....these cars don't come cheap, even with high miles
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
i had a 318Ci before. My partner now owns it.
What was the dealer like?
N/A
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
The 3ltr unit has more shunt than you will ever need. It's quick! 300lb/ft of torque means it will out-pace most things on the move. Real-world MPG is 38. One word of warning, if your coming from a petrol car, beware of stalling it. At low speeds you have to be in the right gear....otherwise you will be diving for the ignition key every 10 mins. Tramlining - I reckon the fat tyres do cause a problem. At low speeds on uneven roads you can feel it pulling and pushing. I had a 318Ci before with 17" 225 wheels and that had no problems. Fat,low profile tyres may look nice on big wheels, but they do mess-up the ride and feel. That's price you have to pay! I have to say that overall the 318Ci is nicer car to live with.
What's it like to park?
Okay . The rear sensors seem to have lost the will to live. The just can't be arsed!
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
No - However it needs new brakes all-round (dics & pads) cost £500!! That hurts - alot! 18" 255 tyres will set you back £170 - £200 a corner. They don't last long on the back with all that torque being pushed through. Front suspension bushes will go too - £200 - a common fault on all 3 series.
What's most practical about your car?
The rear seats do fold down, so it's surprisingly good. The don't drop on the saloon model though, that's an extra (£500 no doubt).
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Bluetooth. However I don't rate any kind of phone-call on the move.
