BMW 1996 3-Series Saloon

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Good car. Fairly quick, but small room at back.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Good to run, but parts can be expensive.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Pretty good, but needs better torque!

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Not bad for an 1800cc.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very good. Just minor problems, such as heating faulty.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Still get admiring looks with the fat 235 alloys and spoiler.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Pretty good ride.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Pretty solid.

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Head gasket needed changing at 116,000 miles.

    Other

    Heating faulty and electric window stuck.

    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