1992 BMW 3 Series Review

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New sheetmetal for the 3-series; all the corners are rounded and the wheelbase is stretched. Interior space is marginally greater than previous models. A driver airbag is added to the equipment list. Buyers can choose between a sports or luxury package, depending on their predilections.

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 1992 BMW 3 Series 325i 2dr Convertible and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.64 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.}

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I'm the owner, the only owner.

sheila davis, 02/02/2010

1992 BMW 3 Series 325i 2dr Convertible

I purchased my BMW 325ic in 1992.I have kept every service record.This car is my baby.It is very fun to drive, has a good-sized back seat.The body was painted last year (cashmere) and I had all new leather put inside.I also installed the ultimate luxury-- cupholders.The body style looks exactly like a vintage Mercedes.Because it is getting up in years, it has needed several new parts: …

good value and style

edl2, 09/18/2002

1992 BMW 3 Series 318i 2dr Convertible

Attractive car, fun to drive, 4 cyl has the power to accelerate and cruise along at freeway speeds - no problem. Easy on gas, solid car, fun to drive and attractive body style. Good value for the money.

Riding on Rails

wessms, 09/02/2002

1992 BMW 3 Series 325i 4dr Sedan

We bought this car for our daughter, not so she could have a "cool" car, but for safety and reliability. Little did I know that I would like it more than she does. Performance is excellent. The first 3-4 seconds of acceleration are a little slower than I'd expect (auto trans), but once the beefy 6 cylinder gets revved, it's a horse. Smoothness and handling on the …

Ups at downs at 215k miles

gpelite, 03/01/2011

1992 BMW 3 Series 325i 4dr Sedan

Bought this second or third hand from a guy who blew the head gasket. I was pissed, but 2600 for a gasket vs 1200 for a new engine package, I swapped engines. Parts are cheap for this car folks, if you are handy you can conquer this one. FYI the broken gasket engine was because he overheated it by not changing the water pump at regular guidelines. You need to do matinence on the car, …

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1992 3 Series Highlights

Type:

Coupe

Trim:

318is

Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	22 MPG
Cost to Drive	$201/month
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	14.3 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive

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Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Not Tested
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
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Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
0
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Updated
Not Tested
Roof Strength Test
Not Tested
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Not Tested

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1992 BMW 3 Series Review

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 1992 BMW 3 Series 325i 2dr Convertible and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.64 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.}

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good value and style

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Edmunds' Expert Review

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Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 1992 BMW 3 Series 325i 2dr Convertible and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.64 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.

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I'm the owner, the only owner.

good value and style

Riding on Rails

Ups at downs at 215k miles

1992 3 Series Highlights

Safety

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 1992 BMW 3 Series 325i 2dr Convertible and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.64 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.}