318ti 1.9L 4-cyl. 5-speed Manual - (10 reviews )
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By goblue2010 on 10/15/11 19:18 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
1998 BMW 3 Series Hatchback 318ti 2dr Hatchback
Review
After long period, finally found my dream combination, which is M-sport package and Cal roof option. This one is equipped with fun-to-drive stick shift as well. My favourite features are too many to list. The best part is, of course, Cal roof then M-suspension/M-interior. The M44 engine always returns 31-32MPG with my driving, yet, it accelerates the ti quickly. The suspension sticks the road with minimum roll. It is not harsh either because BMW engineering tuned stiffness on the seats to match suspension characteristics. In my opinion, E36 is the best 3-series platform ever. As long as it is taken care of, it will drive for many years to come. Will keep it with my 98 M3 sedan.
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By cj on 07/14/08 07:39 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
1998 BMW 3 Series Hatchback 318ti 2dr Hatchback
Review
I purchased this car to drive to and from work but I drive it all the time! Gas mileage is the best, getting 34 MPG and this car is 10 years old!
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By nate on 05/24/06 19:02 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
1998 BMW 3 Series Hatchback 318ti 2dr Hatchback
Review
The best thing about this car is that it is fun... cornering is exceptional, handling very predictable. Truly enjoyable... california sunroof rare and makes the car even more unique.
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By BB Fan on 10/21/04 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
1998 BMW 3 Series Hatchback 318ti 2dr Hatchback
Review
Exception handling and braking. Great
gas mileage. Sports package is
exception and car looks great. Car is
fun to drive and is a real head turner.
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By michaelgdwn on 03/14/04 00:00 AM (PST)
Vehicle
1998 BMW 3 Series Hatchback 318ti 2dr Hatchback
Review
drives great and its very fun
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By k1llahbabe on 02/02/04 00:00 AM (PST)
Vehicle
1998 BMW 3 Series Hatchback 318ti 2dr Hatchback
Review
I love my 318ti, the only thing about
it that i don't like is how you can't
move the steering wheel, i can never
get confortable but other then that
it's a pretty nice little car!!
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By JrB on 12/19/03 00:00 AM (PST)
Vehicle
1998 BMW 3 Series Hatchback 318ti 2dr Hatchback
Review
I bought used @ 36k, (60k now) I have
had it for 4 years and not a problem.
It is a small compact car and that is
what you get...and a little more. Very
fun and good gas mileage.
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By jobu on 10/01/03 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
1998 BMW 3 Series Hatchback 318ti 2dr Hatchback
Review
Handles and looks great. Has been very
reliable except for some bizarre
problems for considering the age of the
car. Catalytic converter went at 50k
mark and we also found out that it was
loosely connected so there was constant
rattling from early on which no one
could diagnose. Driver's window
assembly collapsed at 40k mark. Gas
cap has been a problem since early
on...doesn't seem to fit well after a
while causing a check engine light to
appear as a result of a poor vaccuum.
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By kekle on 10/28/02 00:00 AM (PST)
Vehicle
1998 BMW 3 Series Hatchback 318ti 2dr Hatchback
Review
This car gets no respect, but as far as
I'm concerned it is the most balanced,
lightest bmw out there. big hatch, can
fit 2x4 studs. Great car.
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By Rick R on 03/01/02 00:11 AM (PST)
Vehicle
1998 BMW 3 Series Hatchback 318ti 2dr Hatchback
Review
I won't bore you all with a long, drawn out review. Getting to the point, I love everything about the car except the small 1.8 liter engine.
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