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| Performance | 7.8/10  |
|---|---|
| Practicality | 7.1/10 |
| Reliability | 8.3/10 |
| Value for Money | 7.7/10 |
| Reviewer Rating | 8.4/10 |
| Overall Rating | 6.9/10  |
By deepeyez
on 3rd Aug 2005
| Year Manufactured | 1998 |
|---|---|
| Length of ownership | 6 months |
| Doors | 2 |
| Performance | 7/10 |
| Practicality | 7/10 |
| Reliability | 9/10 |
| Value for money | 6/10 |
| Overall value | 9/10 |
 deepeyez's recommendation | |
Quality build, excellent driving experience, head-turner.
Not exactly fuel efficient. Slightly underpowered, rev-happy four cylinder engine. Some minor electrical problems.
This car is my first BMW after having owned two Hondas and has been quite an experience for me. While it is a little slow compared to some of the other BMWs out there I have adjusted to a more casual style of driving and I'm still loving it.
The finish of this vehicle is excellent (luckily I bought it off someone who had taken good care of it) and it reeks of quality. A good polish and wax and this thing looks brand new.
I prefer the look of this model to the newer ones as it seems a bit more aggressive (though they look very lightweight without some sort of bodykit). I bought mine with the M Auto body kit and it's a stunner.
Interior is typical BMW: firm but comfortable seats, fairly conservative but quality dash. Everything has held together quite well after seven years - again, looks close to brand new. Only problem is a glove box that requires a good push to shut properly.
Power is a a bit on the low side (103kw) but it may be attributable to a strange exhaust problem I have yet to investigate properly. The 318 series are all known to be a little underpowered with their four cylinder engine. Mine is manual and I've heard that these can keep up with an Auto 320.
Had some minor electrical issues: the drivers side window getting stuck. Not really a problem as holding down the switch seems to work but auto-close isn't gonna work any time soon. The sunroof opens a bit 'jerkily'.
Even given the hefty price tag associated with BMW - I will be getting one for my next car.
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