BMW 2001 3-Series Saloon

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Felt the £££ was for the engine and handling. Equipment is quite basic. eg. no CD player etc. Expect more for the £££.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    30mpg if I behave. No mechanical problems (so far!).

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Enough power for most, with traction control off too much for me! Handling is precise and direct.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Effortless overtaking. V6 grunt never fails for make you smile!

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Always gone from A-B without the R-A-C.

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    4 out of 5 4.0

    A lot of 3s about, but still turns heads. Will opt for more exclusive (but less sporty) 5 series next time.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Better than most, but spoilt by silly armrest in the centre is awkward for access to the handbrake. 5-Series is better.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No problems yet. Though, alarm is not as loud as you would hope!

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Amazing service from dealer. Pay more, but the best.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    None

    Other

    None

    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