1991 BMW 3 Series 318is review from North America
"Great car with performance to match!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Picked up Car in San Diego California. Air Bleed Screw in top of radiator was twisted too far and cracked radiator. Had leak of coolant from top of radiator. (This is a common problem I was told By BMW Mechanic) Still drove car 365 miles home to Las Vegas, Nevada With No other Problems. Replaced radiator myself for 179.00. Only took 20 min. Always loved German Engineering. Minor other things replaced such as Defroster switch, Power antenna Mast, and one hub cap.
General comments?
I Love the Feel of this car!!!
Handles Like a sports car should.
I have finally found a car that is FUN to drive. Now I know why the BMW Shirts say "Take the Long way Home"
Car is excellent stock, But I have ordered Short Throw Shifter/ Cold air Intake/ Performance Chip/ and a set of Performance Coil Springs. It should be Really Fun to drive then.
Great Fuel Economy. 30 Plus MPG on way back to Vegas. (Note: It was all freeway driving)
Car Loves the freeway speeds. Ran smooth into the triple digits across the Mojave Desert.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 Manual |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 100000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 101000 miles |
| Previous car | Buick Regal |
| Date of Entry | 9th May, 2004 |