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2011 BMW 328i
rwelt, 04/24/2020
2011 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Best car ever! Solid, efficient, good gas mileage, still looks great after 9 years! Last of the 6cyl....pleasure to drive!
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2011 BMW 328xi
GPF1958, 07/15/2021
2011 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I'm extremely pleased with this vehicle. The handling and overall build quality are excellent! The only downside is that the manufacturer strongly recommends running 93 Octane premium fuel only.
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Amazing car
avocdos, 12/08/2023
2011 BMW 3 Series 328i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have a 3000gt and an old jeep but this car I recently bought one and I believe this is the best car on earth I have owned it for only a month but I love everything about this car, It feels like way more than 230hp and it handles awesome the interior is beautiful and I love the real leather. I haven't driven my other cars in weeks because of this car. Its a beautiful ith a beautiful interior and it deserves all the love and all my cupholders work somehow!
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The Ultimate Whining Machine
hiredgun, 07/27/2011
2011 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
17 of 31 people found this review helpful
My 328 developed a gear whine at 1000 miles that is still there today at 12000 miles. BMW replaced the differential at 1500 miles, but the whine returned 500 miles later. They refused to fix the problem, so I filed a lemon law claim against BMW. I lost the case, even though the arbitration panel members all heard the noise. The panel stated that it would annoy car owners, but they claimed it did not substantially impact the use, value or safety of the car. BMW researched me on the internet before the case and their attorney was very rude. Now the speedometer is 5mph too fast, and I have to calculate my speed when driving. Can't wait to see what they say about this problem.
2011 BMW 335i 6-speed Steptronic Sedan
dozhdbog, 08/10/2011
2011 BMW 3 Series 335i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
This is a fantastic car, well-priced, with amazing handling and performance as well as creature comforts and a smooth ride -the best of all worlds without sacrificing anything. The adaptive xenon headlights with coronas are second only to the new Audi headlamp arrays in beauty and first in performance. Premium package added some bells and whistles that I maybe didn't need, but are nice to have, like car theft recovery, sos button, and dakota leather seating. I do wish I had gotten the sports package as now that I have a performance car, I am tempted to bring it to the track. Warranty matching aftermarket modifications through Dinan may be the route I take.
2011 BMW 323i - maintenance costs!
Julia, 06/27/2020
2011 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
Lovely car, smooth ride, all the bells and whistles until they break. You had better have deep pockets when it comes to maintaining this car. With premium gas, synthetic oil, and performance parts at a premium I sank far too much into this vehicle.
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Changes
George, 07/29/2010
2011 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
9 of 16 people found this review helpful
This car replaces a 2008 328i. It has the same engine and BASIC design. They have added 17 inch wheels (about time) and made the lights and body a little more sporty. They have decreased the power hook ups. They removed the ash tray and cigar lighter from the dash. The only power hook up is now in the console. Bad idea. This is the days of pc's, PDAs and portable GPS. They all need power! The steering seems to be a little looser, more play in the wheel etc than my 2008 model. Not sure if this is just my imagination or not. They decreased the number of speakers. The sound is a little thinner.
Great but small
dbruce1112, 08/20/2011
2011 BMW 3 Series 335i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
6 of 11 people found this review helpful
Just traded in my new 2011 BMW 328xi for a TL. BMW has awesome ride, but real small. I'm 6' tall 230 lbs. Very cramped for my long commute every day. Back seat was too small for even my kids. My 4'10 8 year old even had a tough time getting comfortable in the back. Forget it when it came to work associates.....way too small for any lengthy ride. If you want the classic sports car ride....this is it. Like a zipper on the road...but you need to be smaller or sacrifice the comfort for the fun.
love it!!
bmw1988, 11/30/2014
2011 BMW 3 Series 335i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
4 of 7 people found this review helpful
I like this body styke, handling, and fit and finish even over the new 2012+ generation.
Great Car nut's machine
Richard Ernst, 11/08/2016
updated 11/12/2019
2011 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
3 of 6 people found this review helpful
If you enjoy long road trips and driving on twisty mountain roads this is the car for you ! I now have 70000 miles on the car and I love this car more than the day I bought it. I have had one ignition coil failure since I bought the car and no other problems what so ever. Car is just as tight and precise handling as the day I bought it. I plan on driving to 100000 miles and will most likely buy another BMW. It absolutely is the ultimate driving machine! By the way I am not a BMW employee!! AS of 11/8/2018 I now have 76000 miles on the car with no issues. I love this automobile and will continue to drive it past 100000 miles. Most enjoyable car I have ever owned. As of 11/8/2019 I have issues or problems of any type with this car. I enjoy driving it as much as when I bought it. Will drive to at least 100000 on the Odometer before I trade for new BMW. Best car I ever owned.
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Great car.
chan88, 10/25/2011
2011 BMW 3 Series 335i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
4 of 9 people found this review helpful
This is my 2nd BMW since I briefly owned a 325i in 1994. I had a Infiniti EX before I got this 335i (with sport pkg). This car runs great, but not a great value compared to others. It lacks a lot of standard features that others (acura or infiniti) have. Standard stereo is a joke at $50K price. My EX Bose system was much better. Fit and finish are great. No problem at 800 miles now. Ride quality on RFT is acceptable. I like the car's steering feel, suspension, engine, transmission, and solid chasis. These are the reasons I bought BMW. The driving dynamics is class leading.
Looks and handling, beyond this, not good.
Jim, 04/11/2021
2011 BMW 3 Series 328i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
3 of 7 people found this review helpful
I've owned it since 2014, bought it certified with about 32,000 miles. Today it has 78,000 miles so not driven a ton in the past 7 years. Fortunately, the major repairs happened under warranty - the timing chain blew shortly after purchase, along with two sets of ignition coils - all under warranty. Since then, we moved to Nevada from NJ where it is hot and dry. The AC developed a leak but it is slow so I can manually charge it in summer. The valve cover gasket, alternator, and oil housing gasket all were replaced this year - $2,000 total at an Indy shop. The car also developed sludge in the engine, partially my fault for not changing the oil more frequently as we are now in retirement we only take short trips. So, I should have changed it on time and not miles. I have changed the oil more often than what BMW recommends. With two oil changes with 1200 miles and with STP high mileage flushes, it is now running much better but the Service Engine Light is still on. My first and last BMW. Not recommended for anyone that cannot work on repairs themselves. Also, be aware there are a ton of recalls on this car, none of mine have been completed but I plan to take it in. Hope to make it last another 12-24 months.
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The Ultimate driving machine
qali, 02/20/2011
2011 BMW 3 Series 328i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
Just picked up a new 2011 automatic Space Grey auto with premium sound, premium package. First the negatives. BMW removed the ashtray and the accompanying charger/socket and replaced it with an open cavity. Not sure if I liked that idea as now all the junk/coins etc are visible. The car looks and feels oozing with performance and luxury.
New to Me BMW
Tony, 03/02/2016
updated 09/09/2020
2011 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
6 of 16 people found this review helpful
The non-turbo in-line 6 is a great engine. Minimal issues with repairs. If you are handy with tools maintenance is significantly cheaper. Car has exceeded expectations. I only wish it had better bluetooth integration. Great car. Very reliable and cost of repairs has been minimal over 80,000 miles I have driven in this 328i.
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good car
k john, 12/07/2015
2011 BMW 3 Series 328i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
3 of 8 people found this review helpful
no complaints
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Best Sports Car
John, 08/06/2010
2011 BMW 3 Series 328i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This by far is best sports car for the money! looked at lexus acura benz and audi, the BMW outshines on all accounts. Very fun to drive.
It IS the "Ultimate Driving Machine"...
Polluxgold, 10/21/2010
2011 BMW 3 Series 328i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Overall, I'm very pleased with my mew BMW. Ive owned/driven BMWs before and reliability and performance is kept year after year. This time I gave careful consideration and despite all reviews, my order of preference remained: 328ix, A4 and C350, all of them superb, but BMW handling is unbeatable. Sticks to the road like a shadow (despite of all that you can hear, BMW hugs the road better than A4). 328ix is fast and responsive, no lagging. Interior is classy indeed, though sound system quality was lowered and it can certainly use the alarm as a default option, aside from that, I just look forward to move from places just in order to drive it over and over!
Best Car I ever had - 2011 323i e90
Mr Smith, 05/15/2020
2011 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I live in Canada and got the 323i with the N52 Engine in June 2018. Since then it's been an amazing car, it has 200hp and it's pretty fast. I still keep the regular maintenance up to date, only thing that went wrong was a bad coil which the mechanic gave me for free "he had one sitting" and that's it! Nothing wrong, no squeaks, car is super comfy plus the feeling of this hydraulic power steering is simply pure driving pleasure. The 323i does take some time to take off but once it does you do not regret it. Definitely go with an N52 engine if you are going for a 2011 BMW.
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Great car but downgraded from 2008
mihabt, 09/05/2010
2011 BMW 3 Series 328i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I just bought a new 328xi 2011, loaded with Nav, premium package, winter package, BT, etc. Previously I used to lease a 2008 328i. The styling is basically the same, nice updates in the front and back lights, the Navigation system upgrade is incredible, very impressed by the performance and new features
Ultimate Driving Machine
TBPics, 04/14/2022
2011 BMW 3 Series 328i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
Nothing drives like a BMW
Not as good as claimed
Jack, 09/02/2010
2011 BMW 3 Series 335i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
4 of 18 people found this review helpful
The 335i sedan is not as good as claimed. The fact that the radio display is blanked out due to the incorrect polarization filter alignment is unforgivable. This is a safety issue, and BMW has known about it for years. The Infiniti G37 totally outclasses the BMW 335i.
328xi with M Package
ohlala, 09/02/2011
2011 BMW 3 Series 328i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
3 of 17 people found this review helpful
Traded my 2004 330xi for a 2011 328i xdrive, SULEV w/ M Package, M Sport, Premium, Nav, Idrive etc., Space Grey with Dakota Black M Leather Sport Seats. Its a sharp looking car that I have gotten many compliments on. It rides like its on rails and cruises at 80+ very nicely. The cup holders are flimsy and its missing nets on the back of the seats, but you buy a BMW for performance and handling not cup holders!
Reasonable car as compare to other luxury cars
Iris, 09/21/2018
2011 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 8 people found this review helpful
Stairing is hard as compare to other luxury cars I have
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Very happy
Kerry young, 12/28/2015
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2011 BMW 3 Series 335i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 12 people found this review helpful
Poor gas mileage
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The best for the money!
Mike Hatoum, 10/06/2010
2011 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
When every Auto maker aims at the BMW 3S when build or redesign it tells is all it is the BM for all luxury and sport in this sigma. Every auto maker that i can think of has to mention the BMW 3S in one way or another, matter of fact several of them believe that it is the ultimate goal to match the 3S as passing it is almost impossible unless it is another beamer.
Fun Drive
California, 10/20/2010
2011 BMW 3 Series 335i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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.
Technology Updates
Texan, 12/05/2010
2011 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Really like driving the car on the highway. No problem using the IDrive - just need to spend some time getting familiar with it.
Best Car Ever
DiJon, 01/03/2023
2011 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The car runs great and very smooth to drive.
Very good car
oasis, 07/29/2024
2011 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The car is very good the engine is smooth the sport package seat are comfortable it drives very well y'all should buy one
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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!