BMW 3-Series Saloon (1998 - 2005) 328i SE 4d (1999/V) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Currently that I'm an idiot for buying the thing.

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

Its nice enough but bit of a gas guzzler

Would you buy this car again and why?

Definately not, have nearly spent same as what I paid for it on repairs. Must be a monday car.

What are you likely to buy next?

Something Japanesse i think. Had them for years and never went wrong.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£3,500

When did you buy the car?

January 2010

Did you get a good deal and why?

At the time it appeared good deal as was getting a years warranty, MOT and service included in deal at no extra cost. This turned out not to be case as car wasnt serviced leading to me forking out over £100 to have car put right.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Always fancied a six cylinder BMW, this one became available and it was within budget.

What was the dealer like?

Was Subaru specialist so BMW not where their know how lay

What's it like to drive?

When everything working correctly this is a nice car to drive, so quite! Suspension a little on soft side though

What's it like to park?

Easy enough, drive lorries everyday so this easy after that.

Have you had any problems with the car?

What has gone right more to point. What a let down my apparent bullet proof german bus has been. Dash board packed in week I got it, then a spring broke, wiper's needed replaced along with key, alternator belt, 4 tyres ... the list goes on.

What's most practical about your car?

Nothing really. Its a saloon plus rear seats dont fold down.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

n/a