bmw 3 series 328 ci coupe review

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Average Ratings

Performance	7.8/10
Practicality	7.6/10
Reliability	8.6/10
Value for Money	8.6/10
Reviewer Rating	8.2/10
Overall Rating	7.6/10

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By Bob. on 2nd Oct 2002

Bob.'s Ratings

Performance	7/10
Practicality	5/10
Reliability	8/10
Value for money	8/10
Overall value	8/10
Bob.'s recommendation

Good Points

Tremendous fun to drive. Outstanding styling. Beautiful interior, intrument panel etc.

Bad Points

Fit and finish not up to Japanese standards. The build quality is much lower than should be expected of a car in this price range.

General Comments

I have owned this BMW 328 Ci coupe for three months and it continues to put a smile on my face each time I drive it. The styling is beautiful with a true sports car look and feel. The interior is well designed and has the typical cockpit look that BMW owners have come to appreciate. The car's handling is spectacular and is exactly what I expected. It is definitely a driving experience that is not matched by many other cars.

Having said that, this car is far from perfect. I am surprised that the engine does not have more punch to it. I find myself down shifting more often that expected in order to accelerate. The engine is way too quiet, almost Honda like. I have stalled the engine several times because I could not hear the revs. The fit and finish is average. It has been back to the dealer several times for problems with the brakes and suspension. There are a few squeaks and rattles that the dealer is unable to find, obviously to my never ending frustration. All these things are surprising for a car with 20K miles. I have owned several new lower end Japanese cars as well as a Q45. These cars were all far superior in build quality.
Now that the "bloom is off the rose" so to speak, I am still happy with my purchase. I fully expect that this car will continue to put a smile in my face for years to come. Just once in a while, I will have to grit my teeth through that smile.

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