BMW 1996 3-Series Saloon

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  • Economy

    Value

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Resaleable value very poor.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    New head gasket at 50000k, cracked cylinder head at 60000k.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Drives reasonable.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Overrated!

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Serious problems as above from only 50000k.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Respected car because of the badge.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Poor leg room in rear.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No problems.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very good service. Not purchased from a BMW dealer.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Serious cylinder head problems

    Other

    None

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes