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5 out of 5 stars

Fun Drive

California, 10/20/2010
2011 BMW 3 Series 335i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
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First German auto and love it! Can't say enough good things about it. If you are considering this vehicle I would go ahead and make the purchase. Love the I-Drive controls and ease of use. I'm going to have to buy more miles on my lease its just so fun to drive. Sport seats require a little flexibility when getting in and out but are great for driving hard. Takes a while to learn all the systems but once you do they are fun to play with.

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5 out of 5 stars

Beautiful, fun ride

van_dine, 04/16/2011
2011 BMW 3 Series 328i 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
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As a longtime owner of Lexus cars and former writer who has reviewed their share of autos, I looked at BMW, Audi, and Lexus to choose from (Audi= sketchy reliability history; performance not yet on par w/others; Lexus=overall good cars but no styles of late that get my blood going). The BMW 3 series couple always had my attention and the 328 couple I purchased does not disappoint. It hangs well on S-curves and braking power is amazing. The body is sturdy and interior is simple yet timeless. Pros: Total driving joy Superficial Factor: I have received more compliments on this car than any other Cons: The cup holders can make some drinks jumpy but with respect to the total car, can forgive it

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5 out of 5 stars

My first BMW

Usanda, 10/23/2010
2011 BMW 3 Series 335d 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6A)
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It is my first BMW and I'm planning to keep. Driving is a lot of fun, mileage is about 25 MPG (LA 50/50 street/freeway driving). The only complain that I have is radio, it's awful. Most of the time I get a very bad reception. Sometimes even my CD player would get some interference. Other than that, it is a great car.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Technology Updates

Texan, 12/05/2010
2011 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
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Really like driving the car on the highway. No problem using the IDrive - just need to spend some time getting familiar with it.

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2 out of 5 stars

Fun to drive, but needs deep pocket!

glen, 05/22/2022
updated 05/30/2023
2011 BMW 3 Series 335i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
0 of 3 people found this review helpful

Owned a 335iX with 103k miles. The electric water pump went out two times. Servo solenoid went dead. Plastic hoses are cracking and causing vacuum leaks. Turbo started making noise, oil leaks every where. Oil pan gasket was quoted $2,000 to replace. It' a fun car if you have deep pocket, if not, do not buy a used BMW. Water and thermostat would easily costs $1,000 to replace. Money pit!

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