BMW 1996 3-Series Saloon

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  • Economy

    Value

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Only paid 4k so not been hit by depreciation.

    Costs

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Overall running costs high, if you want economy look elsewhere.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very smooth and extremely comfortable.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Exhilarating straight line but a little spongy on the tight corners.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Heater a little intermittent especially when blower is set to maximum.

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    5 out of 5 5.0

    BMW.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Faultless, sit back and enjoy.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    No problems to date, but wouldn't leave it out over night.

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Dealerships can charge what they and as a BMW owner why should you question their integrity. £500 for a class 2 service, local (non BMW garage) £150 - you decide!

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    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