1996 BMW 3 Series 318ti Compact review from UK and Ireland
"A high priced rip-off - Buy a Golf GTi instead"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Starter motor.
Electric windows.
Engine electrics.
General comments?
Performance good, as is the image, but the car is very overpriced, for what it offers. Too many niggling faults to consider buying another.
Water runs in onto seats when the is window open.
Tailgate doesn't open high enough - anyone over 5'0" bashes their head.
Upholstery stains from rain water.
Difficult to get in the back seats.
Exhorbitant buying, & servicing costs.
Dealer service no better than Vauxhall/Ford/VW.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 1999 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 4/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 32000 miles |
| Previous car | Vauxhall Astra |
| Date of Entry | 16th August, 2000 |