BMW 3-Series Saloon (2005 - 2011) 320i ES (08) 4d (2008/58) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Mistake to rely on car reviews. Was looking for car to keep for many years - this is not it.

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

Very uncomfortable seats, poor ride for rear passengers. Lacks space and foot room. Spartan cabin. Not good family car. Quieter than 320d (which is very noisy at low speeds)

Would you buy this car again and why?

No. Cannot find comfortable seating position (severe bachache due to overfirm cushions). Strange pedal alignment. Poor space. Not value for money.

What are you likely to buy next?

Lexus or may return to Ford (not the image but much better all rounder).

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

Yes

What price did you pay?

£0

When did you buy the car?

September 2008

Did you get a good deal and why?

Average

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Local dealer

What was the dealer like?

Professional but over persistent with sale of financial products

What's it like to drive?

Accomplished at speed. Disappointing in city driving (heavy steering, auto box seems to be in wrong gear between 20-40 mph. Accelerator pedal hardwork.

What's it like to park?

No rear vision, no front vision. Scraped two alloy wheels in first month. Offset driver seating position does not help.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Minor (wipers)

What's most practical about your car?

Good brakes.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Auto box. Parking sensor. Lumbar support waste of money. Sun roof not recommended as seats are so far to the side that you are not under it.