Bmw a good car?? 3 series??

there awesome cars

i would love to have one but most people ant afford them.

i would go to a 335i.

just my opinion

it looks better

turbocharged

300hp

great interio

26 mpg

i would definitaly get the 335i

BMW has been on the top 10 best cars for 16 years

0-to-60 is 5.6 seconds

the only bad things are the rear leg room, the speakers arent the best, and the tires

otherwise great car

If I may suggest, there are two mags that cover these cars very well...Bimmer and Rondel.

The former has buying guilds for used models and tech question and answer sections.

The latter is part of the BMW car club of America. Not part of BMW NA. This also has a tech section.

These folks pull no punches when it comes to BMW cars.

These tech people (men) are tops in car problems/solutions.

After reading the stories of problems people have with these cars, you may not want a BMW. Yet this is a very small percentage of the cars owned, driven in this country.

Preventative maintenance is important to keep these cars running in first class condition... but really that is true of any other make. The purchase price is high, so it behooves one to take care of that investment.

I researched several other brands, and also looked into their club mags, and found similar types of problems that crop up with that make. Jags, have tranny faults, ect

As others have mentioned, the 3 Series car, has been chosen many, many times for "top ten". And this is even for models that have not had any major changes in their model year.

Without sounding snobbish, may I say, I own two of these cars. A '93 325is and a '03 330Ci (Both purchased used. They also come down in price like any other car). I really like the look of these cars, and the snob appeal. Just kidding.

The '03 had a AC leak...fixed under warranty . I compared this to a Mustang, similar parts / job... $32.00 US more not too bad.

The '93 got a pilot bearing, and clutch plates... wow, $400.00 US. But it was not a job I could do.

Batteries, can be had from Interstate for $69.00 US with the vent, compared to BMW at $165.00 US

Brake pads from Carquest , in the correct composition. Half price

Oil/air filters from Bavarian same as BMW. 1/3 less

Only the coolant needs to be from BMW.

Getting too long here, sorry.

Bimmer mag summed it up this way.... If you buy new, you can drive them for four years, and not spend a dime.

Buy CPO and also get maintenance free, then get rid of it . But many people start to like them, and want to keep the car. So don't go for the "lifetime" fluid story, if you plan to keep your car. Change fluids as required.

I like BMW and have owned them. For kicks, go drive a Cadillac CTS. I am talking about the new 2008 body style. You will be amazed at how well it drives and it does not require the expensive premium fuel BMW has to have. I drove one and I was very impressed. I think the operating costs of the Cadillac will be less than the BMW. Also check out the new C class Mercedes. All of these cars are closely related in class and price. BMWs can be pricey when it comes to repairs though. They do drive nice though.

I've always heard that BMWs (and Mercedes, and Audis) are unreliable compared to Japanese makes, especially Honda and Toyota - but I've never owned one, so I can't verify that. Anecdotally, of the three BMW owners I know, one (E46 sedan) is having no problems and two (E36 coupe, E36 sedan) are having a lot of trouble with their cars. By the way, E46 is the generation you're looking at and E36 is the generation before it. In the link below, MSN Autos says the reliability on the car you're looking at is good. But obviously, the most important factor is how well that car has been maintained.

I own a 1999 323 IS. I'll drive it until it falls apart or until I have saved enough to buy my next "3" series car, whichever comes first. They're quality-built, and while more expensive than many other cars they reportedly last far longer in most cases and you get what you pay for. Would recommend it if it's in your price range.

hi cuppy, like you I'm in Love with my 2 BMs have 2, 3 series

325i and a 320i

just love them except that with petrol prices going through the roof,lol

bad points, they can be a bit twitchy especially in the wet, but then I enjoy a slide

Dont do it unless you have lots of money to spend on maint. and repairs. I unfortunetly bought a 328i because i thought they were nice but all it does is cost me $. They also recommend premium gas only.

I Own a 330i and its served me so well! I have no complaints, and you can expect it to be a bit more expensive than your average car because its not your average car. Its the "ultimate driving machine".

They are great cars.The 3 series are great. You won't have your sights at these if you ain't got moolah.Lots of them.Parts are bloody expensive as always with imports. Buckle up!!!!!!!

There great but expensive. Service is expensive as well as parts and insurance. Great cars, great ride