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  • Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    individual, not an E46 sheep. Appreciate good design and engineering.

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

    loved it for the 80's feel and character plus performance, scared the hell out of a few friends with handling.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    i wish, they dont make them like this anymore.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    E60 545i

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Didn't buy from a dealer

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £1,000

    When did you buy the car?

    January 2007

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    bought privatley, very low milage car however it had been idle for a while.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    It has character, great handling and a smooth straight 6.

    What was the dealer like?

    standard private sale. paid cash job done.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Great, i still miss this car and when considering modern cars its like driving a high quality go kart. I had alot of fun in this old beemer.

    What's it like to park?

    easy enough, if you have spacial awareness it shouldnt be a problem.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    exhaust had a hole which cost £300 but it needed a new system after 10 years anyway.

    What's most practical about your car?

    5 seats a boot and a old school straight 6 engine

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    on board computer. other than that it would be the noise of the engine above 4000rpm