1997 BMW 3 Series 328is review from North America
"A terrific performer that represents what the BMW marque is all about"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I had very few problems with this car. The only issues were in regards to the emission equipment. The catalytic converter was replaced at 6,000 miles, and three oxygen sensors were replaced over the five years I owned the car, all under warranty.
General comments?
I loved that car. I owned it for five years and had nothing but positive things to say. It was stylish, reliable, and performed very well. I replaced it with a new BMW. I was meticulous about maintenance and used nothing but synthetic products. I changed the oil myself every 4,500 myself which is about three times as often as what is recommended by the service indicator.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.8 liter 6 cylinder Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 4000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 68000 miles |
| Previous car | BMW 3 Series |
| Date of Entry | 10th March, 2003 |