1993 BMW 3 Series 318 SE review from UK and Ireland
"Gorgeous German Beast"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing.
It's had one lady owner from new and has been thoroughly serviced by BMW. She traded it in for a new Porsche.
Even though 127,000 shows on the odometer, this car still drives and feels like brand new, everything is still really tight.
There were a few things easily sorted such as dash lights etc, nothing that caused any expense. How many other cars at eight years old can still be this mint?
The body and interior are unmarked, no scuffs scratches or dents.
General comments?
I'm only 19, so insurance is a bit of a killer but worth every penny just for the attention and pure German quality. Stands out wherever it's stood.
One hint, if you are going to buy a used BMW don't worry about mileage but make sure that it has a full BMW service history.
A well serviced one will go on and on whilst a badly neglected one will be a big pit for all your hard earned cash.
If you can afford it, go for a 6 cylinder engine.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 123500 miles |
| Most recent distance | 127000 miles |
| Previous car | Triumph Spitfire |
| Date of Entry | 1st December, 2000 |