BMW 3-Series Saloon 318i 4d Auto (1993/K) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Waited until after the crash to buy this car. Three years ago it was worth £10k; I paid £3k.
Costs
Found aftermarket and secondhand parts cheap. Dealers a plain rip-off on most things.
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On the road
Driving
Fantastic ride with 50/50 weight distribution. Engine could do with more power.
Performance
You need the 6-cylinder 325i to push a 3-Series to its limit.
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Living with it
Reliability
No problems.
Image
Getting on but still has the edge and respect.
Comfort
Very firm supportive seats, quite comfortable ride. Cruise at 90 mph all day easily and return 38 mpg.
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Security and Service
Security
Alarmed and immobilised.
Service
Can't comment, as dealer prices put me off! Loads of ex-BMW people have set up as independent specialists and charge half the price.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Excellent, loads of service history that shows no neglect. Runs like new.
Other
See my website at www.geocities.com/ashleysbmw for more repairs info.
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