1996 BMW 3 Series E36 IS Coupé review from Portugal
"High quality sports car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Fuel indicator.
General comments?
Very comfortable to run, even with M-technics suspension.
Fuel consumption is quite impressive for a 1.9 petrol (about 10l/km).
Performance could be a bit better. Is slow compared to Hondas with smaller engines.
The car is reliable and driver's position is superb.
Handling is very nice, but you need to have your tires and suspension in good shape, otherwise it's a nightmare to drive it (RWD) in wet conditions. Don't let your wife drive it with the kids inside...
Plenty of room inside for a coupé.
Boot access is very restricted.
Recommended reviews
| 1996 - 3 Series 328is 2.8 Liter Great car to drive, not so great on the wallet as regular maintenance and cost of fixing isn't cheap |
|
| Good all round package |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1996 |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 2007 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 300000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Renault Megane |
| Date of Entry | 13th February, 2009 |