BMW 2001 3-Series Saloon

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  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    I haggled down a friend so I got it cheap, a good second hand buy.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I have had to the replace bushes (a known problem), stick to back street garages and save a fortune for this type of work. Service at B.M.W dealer isn't cheap.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    The back end can flip out in wet conditions because of the 170 horses, but it is a lot of fun.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    A wolf in sheeps clothing, 0-60 in 7.5 secs

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    None as yet and it's six years old.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Looks like a bog standard B.M.W, apart from the twin tail pipe, smart looking, but nearly everyone has a B.M.W these days

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Smooth and quiet, the sport seats hug you and both the seats and steering can be moved in any direction.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I have never been put to the test yet, tracker fitted at an extra cost.

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Ok

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Rear bushes changed

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes