1995 BMW 3 Series 318i e36 review from UK and Ireland
"Good car, but get one with a high spec and 6 cylinder engine"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Radiator hose popped off, rear shock mounts needed replacing, lower ball joint failure, rusting rear arches.
General comments?
Good car, although I wouldn't recommend a 1.8 auto as was slow and thirsty, 2.5 minimum for an automatic. 325 much the same fuel consumption, but better pace.
My 318 handled well, better than any front wheel drive car which I have had, and felt very stable in both wet and dry corners.
Although could not even pull away in the snow as it could not find any grip, like most rear wheel drive cars!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1995 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 injection Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 120000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 130000 miles |
| Previous car | Vauxhall Astra |
| Date of Entry | 28th May, 2006 |