1991 BMW 3 Series Review

Artie, my fiery red beamer

Written by: " Artie Beamer " on 09/05/2009

Vehicle

1991 BMW 3 Series 2 Dr 318is Sedan

Review

I just purchased my 1991 BMW 318is coupe. I was looking for a car to replace my 1994 Volvo 850; I loved my Volvo but it was literally falling apart. I wanted to purchase a Land Rover Discovery Series SUV, but read so many bad reviews on this vehicle. My son and I were looking at cars at my favorite car lot; my son spotted the BMW at the back of the lot. It caught our eye. It was a one owner car in excellent condition; one look and we were hooked. I made an offer and the car was mine. My son and I waxed Artie and scented him with air freshener. Everywhere we go; people ask where did you get that car. It is definitely an eye capturer. My son says, aren't you glad I made you give up the Volvo.

Favorite Features

I love the classic look of the round front headlights. Also the interior has a neat, clean, simple look. I love the manual crank for the sun roof. Excellent trunk storage space. The body style is sporty. The leather seats are awesome, and the back seats are comfortable.

Suggested Improvements

None

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Great car!

Written by: gocanes14 on 07/15/2009

Vehicle

1991 BMW 3 Series 2 Dr 318is Sedan

Review

I just recently got a 318is and it is a fun little car to drive. It has almost 200,000 miles on it and needs some things like new struts, rack and pinion, timing chain. It handles pretty good and I get pretty good mpgs when I dont drive it hard.

Favorite Features

glass headlights, manual transmission, large trunk

Suggested Improvements

A little more power couldn't hurt!

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Love this car

Written by: howard on 05/02/2009

Vehicle

1991 BMW 3 Series 2 Dr 325i Sedan

Review

I have had many cars in my life but this is my favorite. I just love this car. The timeless classic style and she handles great. This is my first BMW. I bought it on a whim for $1800 and instantly fell in love with her. She runs great but needs some minor fixes. My new passion and hobby will be to provide all the TLC she needs and restore her to the ultimate driving machine she was meant to be.

Favorite Features

Style and handling.

Suggested Improvements

cup holder

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Love driving it

Written by: kj on 06/16/2008

Vehicle

1991 BMW 3 Series 4 Dr 318i Sedan

Review

This car replaced my old Honda CRX, itself a marvelous car. My 318i is truly an amazing car, looks gorgeous and drives like a race car. VERY stable at high speeds, outsanding on turns. Repairs can be high, but there is no new car out there that compares, so it is worth the cost. Never thought I would "miss" a car like I do this one when I'm in another car. Looks, handling and fun to drive, although rather unrefined by today's standards. I plan to update the suspension and brakes soon, have replaced water pump, radiator and all hoses. At 200,000 miles, this car runs great!

Favorite Features

Go-cart handling, how it takes sharp turns, classic boxy style and bright red paint, spartan interior, sharp shifting.

Suggested Improvements

None. With proper (but rather pricey) repairs, these cars can run like new.

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Will buy another; great car!

Written by: Santi on 01/18/2008

Vehicle

1991 BMW 3 Series 4 Dr 318i Sedan

Review

I've owned this car for just over two years now. I have looked into selling it to buy a new, nicer BMW 5 series and was unable to sell this old 3 series! It is a great driver, one of the funnest on the road that I have been in. 17 years old and it's still put together well. This car is so small it can park anywhere, and with great gas mileage it is the perfect city car. I have recently put in over $7,000 to restore this car to like-new condition - IT'S THAT GOOD. :)

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