1984 BMW 3 Series 318i review from North America
"A short-lived vehicle"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Alternator.
Radiator.
Brakes.
Battery.
Driver's seat is very worn out.
Computer system.
AC and CC went out.
General comments?
This car has just died and I am looking for a new car. It has 140K on it now and should have lasted much longer.
I've had so many problems with this car.
It completely lacks power and has ever since I got it. I'm struggling to make it up hills on the freeway. It is embarrassing.
I think this must have been the worst model BMW made because I expected it to last a long time with few problems.
The cost to fix it isn't so bad, it is the number of times you need to fix it that is so bad and really empties your wallet.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| First year of ownership | 1988 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 4 cylinder Manual |
| Performance marks | 3/10 |
| Reliability marks | 1/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 50000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 140000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Sprint |
| Date of Entry | 17th August, 2002 |