The Clock stopped working at 7,000 miles requiring a replacement CD unit.
Cruise control failed at 9,000 miles due to a faulty clutch sensor. Both items covered under the Warranty.
Hard breaking on bumpy roads can put the car into a weave. I was told this was due to the wide front tyres?!
Performance wise it's unbelievable, 150 BHP with huge torque, fill her up for £45 and you'll get over 600 miles on a long run, approx 500-550 when driving hard. Can't see us buying another Petrol car after this one, what's the point!?
The 3 years/60 K fee servicing deal is a nice extra, but gutted to find out 2 months after buying, it got increased to 5 years / 60k.
V.Good handling and grip due to M-Tech set up and 18" 225/40 Fronts & 255/35 Rears.
The ASC can be a bit dodgy when you're trying to pull away quickly from a junction. The wheels start spinning, the brakes get applied, the revs bog and they guy bearing down on you soils his pants... I tend to turn it off in these situations and let the rears do the work they're supposed to. If you test drive one, try it, you'll see what I mean.
Top quality cabin without a hint a plackiness and well laid out. The Sports seats whilst very supportive & adjustable, can be a bit firm on a long journey.
A great car, but probably not ideal if you've got very young kids and lots of kit.
I owned a 320d sport saloon 2003my and agree with most of the comments made. I however could not get used to the nervous twitching and lack of straight line stability on high speed B roads. Compare it with a 5 series and you'll see what I mean. If you're in the mood its great fun - move over Colin - but if you're not it's just plain hard work. My buddy thought I was crazy selling and he promptly went out a bought a 330i sport and now deeply regrets it. He dare not go over 90mph on a B road. Well lets face it you're not supposed to anyway are you. Maybe that is what BMW thought.
As for the engine I had mine chipped. WOW what a difference you are talking really really quick and its no bull when they say you get increased mpg. I recorded a 3mpg increase.
I am currently thinking of buying a 320d ES yes with 5 years service not 3 and with the smaller wheels I think it might be just right. I might have to be quick though before there are no traditional BMW designs left!!!
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