1997 BMW 3 Series 318i review from North America
"Nice car, fun to drive"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Driver's seat wear.
Rear shock.
Stereo display dim
Gas cap lock
Overall nothing major - has been reliable.
General comments?
Very solid car, fun to drive.
Handles incredibly well, decent acceleration considering the 4 cylinde engine. Good fuel economy as well.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1997 |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 2007 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9 Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 105000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 114000 miles |
| Previous car | Honda CR-V |
| Date of Entry | 27th January, 2008 |