BMW 3-Series Saloon (1998 - 2005) 318i SE 4d (98) (1999/T) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Its classy but not sporty and more importantly, it should keep its value better than a Ford or Vauxhall.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

They all think its a classy car

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes as its a good all rounder which doesnt do anything amazingly and anything very badly

What are you likely to buy next?

Another BMW but probably something sportier - maybe a compact or coupe

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£4,000

When did you buy the car?

December 2006

Did you get a good deal and why?

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

LPG conversion fitted

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

Not a rocket but then its not meant to be ... drives well both round town and on the motorway. Plently of overtaking torque but needs downchanges to get the most of the power around town.Very quiet inside compared to previous BMWs I have owned. Smooth and sensible.

What's it like to park?

Boot is pretty much invisible when looking out of the back window so its pretty touch actually. This one had no reversing sensors so that makes it awkward.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Expansion tank cracked after a week but then the car did have 94000 on the clock - luckilly it only cost £100 to fix from the local mecahnic (not a dealer)

What's most practical about your car?

Its spacious and comfortable and has all the important gardgets (climate control, ABS, Traction etc)

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Climate Control