1972 BMW E3 3.0Si review from Netherlands
"Low Budget Family Fun Limo"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Drive shaft bearing and universal joint
Front brake fluid hose.
General comments?
Bought the Beemer a little ago fully converted with E12 M535i engine and running gear. Former owner still regrets this since the E12 M535i is now highly valued...
The E3 is now incredibly fast and outruns most of the other cars in acceleration. For fast cornering, some adjustments need to be made to front suspension since steering is a little vague.
Fuel consumption is huge. But the LPG-system (OHG) makes is affordable to run.
Body work is completely rust free and the car has been re-painted in original white color. Unfortunately the interior is rather worn. So now it's time to start hunting for a blue leather one.
To my experience, a great all-day all weather drive, although for what is described as a luxury car, even considering the age, I believe interior and gadgets to be very limited.
I did not expect the car to be a head-turner, but for some strange reasons lots of people give me the thumbs-up-sing when I overtaking.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1972 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.5 Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 240000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 244000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Volvo 121 |
| Date of Entry | 30th December, 2005 |