BMW 3-Series Saloon (1998 - 2005) 325i Sport 4d Auto (01) (2003/53) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I love the sporty look and everyone knows me for this type of vehicle. Great alloys.

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

They all like it as it's very good looking.

Would you buy this car again and why?

No. Once you've driven a 6-series, it's very difficult to down-grade. Gadget wise it's quite disappointing. No CD player. No automatic headlights. No button to turn side mirrors in. The list goes on..... Would be impressive for a newbie though.

What are you likely to buy next?

BMW 6-series, funds permitting. I miss my gadgets.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£2,700

When did you buy the car?

January 2013

Did you get a good deal and why?

Yes. The car had some existing problems.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

I used to own a 6-series and thought this would be the closest I could get to it on my budget.

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

Sits on the road sturdy. Nice quiet, smooth drive. Steadily rounds corners/bends. Safe feeling.

What's it like to park?

Due to the high boot I've found this car quite difficult to reverse park and I've been driving for 25 years. This is my 5th BMW. Thank goodness for the parking sensors!

Have you had any problems with the car?

Only the central locking system which I was aware of before I bought it. Nothing else so far.

What's most practical about your car?

The 4 doors. Battery in boot.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

None.