BMW 3-Series Touring 325i 5d Auto (1990/H) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Available for under £2000 now for a good example, with air con, remote central locking and leather along with 135mph performance = bargain
Costs
Very expensive to maintain if you use a BMW dealer. Best to go for a recognised German specialist and buy aftermarket products such as Bose Shocks etc.
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On the road
Driving
Positive steering and usual rear wheel drive involvement. Can be a little bit daunting in the wet if pressing on - LSD on the M-Tec model helps to combat this.
Performance
0-60 in 7 seconds, 135 mph and masses of mid range overtaking. Also has the usual lovely 6 cylinder sound.
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Living with it
Reliability
Failed to start once due to a duff battery - other than that nothing to report.
Image
The classic BMW shape. The E30 looked best in Touring guise as well.
Comfort
Due to the dated design can be a little tiring on a long journey (3 plus hours) due to slight noise intrusion. The model with the Recaro seat is a better option for comfort, mine had the basic leather seats.
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Security and Service
Security
Never had a problem personally.
Service
Dealer servicing costs way over the top for a model of this age.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Nothing.
Other
Sensitive to air pressure adjustments - if tappets are adjusted the various vaccum pipes get stretched and crack causing a reduction in efficient combustion and a resulting lumpy tickover.
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