BMW X1 (2009 - 2015) sDrive 18d SE 5d (2011/61) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes - reliability, handling and performance associated with good fuel economy and versatile (great load lugger when needed).
What are you likely to buy next?
Maybe a slightly larger X3 to give a slightly higher driving position.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
Yes
What price did you pay?
£25,000
When did you buy the car?
September 2011
Did you get a good deal and why?
Deal was reasonable and in line with WhatCar target price.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Wanted to change from a petrol car to a diesel due to increased mileage.
What was the dealer like?
Generally a bad experience overall - with a very pushy salesman (apparently no longer works for Specialist Cars in Stevenage). My partner bought a car at the same time and also received a poor experience from the BMW dealer.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Very impressive. My first diesel engine and impressed how responsive it is when needing to overtake ect., and handles country roads very well.
What's it like to park?
Good vision and sensors make it easy.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
In 3 years, I have not had any problems.
What's most practical about your car?
Good space in boot and for rear passengers.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Panoramic sunroof adds welcome light, and having front and rear sensors to aid parking was worth the additional cost.
