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  • Summary

    2 out of 5 2.0

    What does this car say about you?

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

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Never

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Honda accord or audi a4.

  • Buying experience

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Didn't buy from a dealer

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £350,000

    When did you buy the car?

    January 2013

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Thought I had.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Thought it was a good deal and a reliable mark.

    What was the dealer like?

    Ok, not pushy.

  • Driving it

    2 out of 5 2.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Horrible to steer.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy

  • Living with it

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Nothing specific but I suggest you look at an alternative make if you want have a relaxing drive. It has very sensitive steering which means the car is not easy to keep in straight line and likes to tramlines. Look at bmw forums it's full of people trying to resolve it.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?