BMW 1996 3-Series Saloon

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  • Economy

    Value

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Overrated - very high dealership margin.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Ok.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good power in low gears, but not sure about the top gears.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    The Japs are far more reliable.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    By driving one, I too have become an average 't**t'.

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    My previous car - a Saab is like a limo when compared to this box.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Too early to say, but the alarm had played up just prior to delivery of the approved car and therefore had to be delayed by 24 hours!

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Manufacturer perhaps wouldn't care for a used car, but the dealers are a bunch of idiots out there to pinch your last penny.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Ok.

    Other

    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