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  • Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    That I'm a tool. But I really only bought it for the engine and handling.

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    That I'm a tool with a lot of money. But I really am not either.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes, in a heart beat. But not the new M3/M4 as they have no V8. BMW have missed a trick with that.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Something that I can actually afford to put fuel in, like a horrid diesel.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £24,500

    When did you buy the car?

    February 2014

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Not really. But it was the best out there at the time in the right colour with all the toys.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Engine

    What was the dealer like?

    Hard work, lies, etc. Aren't they all?

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Very quick, amazing sound.

    What's it like to park?

    Fine with all-round sensors and graphical display.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    No

    What's most practical about your car?

    The fact that it has opening windows so you can hear the V8 sing.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    M Button!