BMW 3-Series Saloon
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Lousy early spec, but very well built.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    A bit pricy on non-service items.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    If a new Astra was RWD, it would drive like an old E30.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Adequate, if a bit thrashy.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Excellent with FSH, dodgy without.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Still a good looking car.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Great driving position.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Bit of a target.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    C£$%p! and I work for them!

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Hydraulic lifters tend to complain after 100k miles.

    Other

    Driver's seat cloths all disintegrate with age.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes