BMW 3-Series Saloon (1991 - 1998) 316i 4d (1993/L) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
this car is a BMW and still looks the part as mine is pretty much immaculate it passes for a lot newer, I think it has style and class
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
always have a few compliments, but there are those who dislike anyone in a BMW.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes, its been everything I wanted and more, far better value than a newer ford etc as these are really built to last
What are you likely to buy next?
a 7 seater sadly as family is due to expand further
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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?
£750
When did you buy the car?
March 2008
Did you get a good deal and why?
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Yeah it was a cheap BMW and it fulfilled an ambition
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
A pleasure, plenty of poke for a 1.6 and good on the run I've done 10,000 in 6 months and have done them in comfort few other cars of this age/price can match. Also event though its 15 years old still has commands respect and with a private place could pass for half that age
What's it like to park?
fine
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
had a problem with the pulleys for the fan belt being rusty and was wearing away the fan belt rubbed them down and are now fine
What's most practical about your car?
great driving postion good boot for a saloon and loads of room for the kids in the back, not great for an adult in the back though
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
love the alloys on mine and the paint is very scratch resistant
