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3.25 out of 5 stars

Unexpected disappointment

Dirttrack, 12/05/2010
2011 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful

Before you purchase a 328i please check the equipment list. Base car has no tinted windshield, no alarm, not even a beep when you lock the car. Perhaps a $550.00 special paint job, no seatback storage and perhaps other items I missed. Billed out at $39,000 and not even XM radio. First oil change is 12,000 mi. But, it is a tremendous driving machine. The advertising is correct. Almost only want to drive on two lane roads. Great grip, great brakes only the low beams are a little to low. Fun to drive but check your extras. My responsibility to check equipment. If you want a real car to drive, get a 328i, nothing like it.

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3.5 out of 5 stars

service really isn't free

car876, 08/13/2011
2011 BMW 3 Series 335i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
39 of 56 people found this review helpful

i have owned multiple bmw's , and we currently own 3. they handle great . there are 4 things i think bmw should address : 1. they advertise free service, but that is a joke/scam. they really don't do much, because they say the car doesn't need any service. they used to change oil at 15,000 miles. now they say the car can go 25,000 miles and for low mileage cars they used to change oil once a year. now they won't . the oil hasn't changed, just their policy. 2. options cost a lot, and should be included, such as the swing down side mirror when in reverse. 3. repairs cost a lot, like battery at $500. 4. run-flats are fine, but there should be a spare also, and there isn't

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5 out of 5 stars

Awesome car

D Whit, 02/08/2016
2011 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful

What a fun car to drive! After 5 years I still love it!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Everything written is true

Trapped in Germany, 09/26/2010
2011 BMW 3 Series 335i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

Have had the car for a good bit now. Custom order - M Sport package, cold weather, and comfort access is all. I live in Germany so I get to "put it through its paces" when I get the chance. This car is fantastic. It is comfortable, solidly built, austerely luxurious, and drives like no other. I still cannot get over how smooth it is...the engine, the steering, the clutch, the acceleration, even the suspension absorbs most bumps without undue issue. The steering and engine are otherworldly. I have driven some great cars and there are many great cars out there. This ranks right up there with some of the great cars in production at the moment.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Second 3-Series and Still Impressed

dmaccioc, 08/13/2010
2011 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I had a 2007 328i with minimal equipment and can say after just a week of owning the 2011, make sure you get the Premium Package and Nav. Completely different car and though more expensive, a better value with proper equipment. iDrive is easy to use and traffic sensing comes in handy in the NY metro area! This car looks much better with the now standard 17" wheels and it still rides well. The 3 series is perfect in every way - only things I don't like about it are: cup holders, somewhat lacking storage, small back seat, and lack of flip-down rear seats without CW package. The steering feel, engine sound, taut ride, and amazing craftsmanship are what brought me back. Couldn't be happier.

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