Used 1997 BMW 3 Series Convertible Consumer Reviews
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Joy to own
carski7, 04/23/2003
1997 BMW 3 Series 328i 2dr Convertible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've loved driving this car all year round sun, rain, and snow!! Biggest problem was ball joints every 20k mi seemed to be due to lack of rotating tires soon enough and abusive Detroit roads. Now all OK. Radio and Climate just stopped working--cert pre owned warranty was good!
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bjackson, 06/25/2002
1997 BMW 3 Series 328i 2dr Convertible
1 of 10 people found this review helpful
This car has not only great styling but handles extremely well. I have had little problem and have had it in the shop for only minor adjustment during the three years that I have owned.
Better than all the vette's I have had
New BMW Fan, 11/04/2003
1997 BMW 3 Series 328i 2dr Convertible
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car handles better than any car I have previously owned, including several corvettes. The car is quick, light, solid, and hugs the curves like no other car. The car has a classy look and feel while providing exceptional performance and fuel economy. This car makes me yearn for the next level BMW convert('04 M3). If this 7-year old car drives this well, I can't imagine what the latest M-3 model can do.
Ya Gotta Love it!
AtlantaGal, 12/16/2004
1997 BMW 3 Series 328i 2dr Convertible
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've now had this convertible BMW for 5 years and it's been a highlight of my driving days. I bought it used and still under warranty, which came in handy when the convertible straps needed replacing. I understand that happens at about 30K miles. If I had not grown up with two mechanic brothers working on Detroit vehicles, I would have had a chance to drive a BMW sooner. There is a reason why it's the Ultimate Driving Machine. Some folks may not like the fact that the control panel tells you when to do what, but it's a great help for me.
Through the painful part
Bimconvert, 12/23/2008
1997 BMW 3 Series 328i 2dr Convertible
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Today, I love this car. Never felt like this before; she handles so tight, races at every light. That is, after $3k in repairs; had to get new body electronics module, A/C heater module, struts, balljoints, bushings, power steering hoses and still need to get aux fan and new top. Too much for the 85000 miles it has seen. In hindsight not the brightest purchase I ever made, but now that the painful part is over, this is the most fun I've ever had on four wheels. At least while driving.
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