BMW 2001 3-Series Saloon

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Used values on the slide due to new model and volume sales.

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Cheap to run with 5yr free servicing.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Loves A roads, steering too heavy, gearchange stiff from 1-2nd, clutch rather sharp.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Narrow band of torque which is great in the right gear.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    100% reliability so far.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Lost its image with such volume sales, but great at the right price.

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Very hard ride with sports suspension.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    No problems.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Nothing special, considering how much you spend on one.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    None.

    Other

    Alloy wheels pit on hub.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No