2007 BMW 3 Series Consumer Reviews Page 6

I've owned this car over a year

Written by: Jon on 11/12/2007

Vehicle

2007 BMW 3 Series 328xi 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)

Review

I bought an early 2007 328xi. I have about 17k miles on the car now and it's been a great car. Zero mechanical problems. It has great acceleration for day-to-day driving, and sport mode when you need to merge. Major downsides are (1) gas mileage (20-22 in mixed driving; no where near the EPA estimate), (2) noise from the runflats (the loaner I had for my 1 year service was quieter, which leads me to believe that these tires get louder with age). I also had some paint peeling from the interior driver's side door handle. Apparently almost everyone experiences this. BMW replaced it in an hour, no questions asked.

Favorite Features

Exterior styling. Acceleration. The standard lighting package (the LEDs under the grab handles, the lights under the doors, the footwell lights, etc.).

Suggested Improvements

Keep working on the runflats to make them quieter. The front spoiler sits (too?) low.

4 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Wow!

Written by: J Anderson on 11/10/2007

Vehicle

2007 BMW 3 Series 335i 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)

Review

Bought the coupe in December and have had a blast. This is my first BMW and it has been a great experience. Careful not to hit anything with the run flats - it will set you back $400.

Favorite Features

Fast and furious - car wants to go faster than I need to go, great seats w/lumbar.

Suggested Improvements

Headlights shake too much, ride is stiff.

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Driving it beats sleep

Written by: BMW=Life on 11/03/2007

Vehicle

2007 BMW 3 Series 335i 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)

Review

I landed a new job, I wanted something fun that could turn heads, I chose the perfect car. I got the 335i, grey on red leather. Fast, agile, sleek, what is there not to love? Because I traded in the 10 year-old Mercedes Benz diesel, I would never look at anything else. I get compliments almost every single day because of the lines this car has, I now get parked in front of the restaurant by valet. If you are looking at it, buy it.

Favorite Features

Navigation, HD radio, Sirius radio, iPod link, looks, warranty, color combo, wheels, sport package, agility, engine, Xenon headlights, seatbelts, steering wheel, big trunk, brakes, 50/50 weight distribution, steering.

Suggested Improvements

Brake dust!! Price, premium fuel only.

2 out 3 people found this review helpful

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A year of driving my 2007 328i Coupe

Written by: mrpaul on 11/01/2007

Vehicle

2007 BMW 3 Series 328i 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 6M)

Review

Car is stunningly beautiful. Power of the 3.0 liter rivals a V-8. Fuel economy surprised me, 25 in town and 32 on the highway. No negatives after a year of driving. It handles so great on the road. No body sway at all on sharp turns. Handling is a dream.

Favorite Features

I love the comfort access. Never have to reach for a key. Rear Window shade helps a lot here in Florida. The iDrive not as bad as some say. Took a short time to get accustomed to it.

Suggested Improvements

Include a heated beverage holder like Chrysler does. A shame that a basic car like the Sebring has this feature and a BMW does not.

2 out 5 people found this review helpful

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The Finest Automobile I've Ever Owned

Written by: rs6654 on 10/29/2007

Vehicle

2007 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)

Review

I've driven this car coast to coast on all kinds of roads, in all kinds of terrain and all kinds of weather. I've been driving over 30 years and this car seems perfect in every way.

Favorite Features

I have a very bad back from an injury years ago so seat comfort is always my number one requirement and the seats with the premium package are absolutely exquisite. Following that are ride, handling fit/finish, looks and engineering.

Suggested Improvements

I honestly can't think of any.

6 out 9 people found this review helpful

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Great Car!

Written by: Hans E on 10/26/2007

Vehicle

2007 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)

Review

I recently traded my Volvo S60 2.5T for the 328i and couldn't be more pleased. This car has great power, excellent handling and an understated luxury that I find very attractive. Over the years I've driven Mercedes, Saab, the Volvo and a couple of high-end Japanese cars. The BMW outperforms them all. The Volvo may be famous for its passive safety features, but the active safety of the BMW is a clear winner. To quote the BMW manual "Everything Under Control."

Favorite Features

Xenon headlights, satellite radio and slick Blue Tooth mobile phone integration.

Suggested Improvements

This car could use a bit more interior storage. A DVD or web-based manual would be appreciated.

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Exceeds My Expectations

Written by: MALSF1 on 10/17/2007

Vehicle

2007 BMW 3 Series 335xi 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)

Review

Since my purchase, I have had no remorse in my choosing the 335xi - the car is a dream in handling and response. I like having the added safety of all wheel drive on wet pavement. The iDrive was a little difficult to learn at first, but now I can easily (and safely) maneuver and the voice commands also work without problems. The gas mileage between highway and city is averaging about 21 mpg.

Favorite Features

I love the rain sensing wipers - I don't have to keep adjusting the speed to the weather conditions. The ability to get a boost in sport drive with the automatic is great for quick passing.

Suggested Improvements

The storage in the armrest is not very deep. The manuals do not all fit in the glove box at the same time. Although it allows 4 cell phones to be paired, you have to manually switch the priority to select the phone to use for receiving calls.

7 out 7 people found this review helpful

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What a car

Written by: Bob on 10/14/2007

Vehicle

2007 BMW 3 Series 328i 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 6M)

Review

I have never owned a car that turns heads the way this one does. Put the top up or down at a stop light and watch the looks. I have even heard "I gotta get me one of those". This is still a new car and only has a few thousand miles on it so far. To say that it is fun to drive is an understatement. This was a gift for my wife and it was a home run. We have the atlantic blue, a new color with the cream interior... stunning. The only problems I have had so far were self induced, but after reading the manual all were solved. I must have a Wednesday car because the workmanship is outstanding. Unbelieveably quiet with the hard top up. Great car.

Favorite Features

Top, color, handling, quiet.

Suggested Improvements

Put a spare in the car.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Hold on to the Wheel

Written by: Repeat Owner on 10/11/2007

Vehicle

2007 BMW 3 Series 335i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)

Review

Blk/Blk, sport,prem,nav,ipod. This is one of the most fun cars to drive that I've owned. It has amazing torque and sticks to corners without roll. I'm a previous 5 series owner so it feels a little cramped inside. Extremely disappointed with BMW, as the vehicle left me on the expressway with only 480 miles on it and the SOS service was horrible. The vehicle connected well with the call service, however, the AAA srvc provider BMW uses did not pick up my car for 4 hours (and it was 100 degrees in Atl). Complained to BMW NA but they didn't care. Problem was the belts broke and the car lost all power. Gas mileage is good for a 300 hp car, avg 22.5 mpg. Would get 535i next time for space.

Favorite Features

Torque and acceleration! Great stereo... subwoofers provide deep bass, finally. Navigation system is very good and Sirius service makes for a good companion on long commutes. Power folding mirrors are a plus.

Suggested Improvements

Expensive. Unusually heavy brake dust. Need larger navi screen. Trunk too small, can't hold golf clubs. Back seat too small. Run flats run rough.

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Perfect for Michigan

Written by: Joe on 10/11/2007

Vehicle

2007 BMW 3 Series 328xi 4dr Wagon AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)

Review

My 328xi has the premium, sport, and cold weather packages, and it is also a manual. It's a great car. The run flat tires are hard for Michigan roads, but I've had no problems otherwise. The accelerator pedal (electronic, I suspect) is a bit dead, but the rest of the controls are great. There is no on-the-road performance hit compared to the sedan or coupe. I considered and test drove them all.

Favorite Features

Utility (my folding kayak fits inside), and the awd (though torque steer is present), BMW service both from the dealer and the company are great.

Suggested Improvements

The polarization on the radio face is incorrect, so you can't see it when wearing sunglasses - the rest of the instruments are ok. Improve the accelerator pedal feel. Bring the 335d wagon from Europe.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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