Overview & Reviews

BMW's highly acclaimed 3 Series receives new engines across the board. The six-cylinder models drop the 325 designation for 328, thanks to a new 2.8-liter inline six. While the new six offers a negligible gain in horsepower (now 190), acceleration is significantly improved by a 14 percent increase in torque (now up to 207). To go along with the heartier engine, 328 models get vented rear disc brakes to minimize brake fade. The 318 models keep the 318 name despite an increase in engine displacement to 1.9 liters, which yields a slight increase in torque. Automatic climate control is standard across the line, except in the 318ti, and upgraded sound systems are optional on all models.

User Reviews:

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  Who wouldnt like one?? - 1996 BMW 3-Series
  By 328is Lover! - March 14 - 2:00 am

  I just love this car! I got an extremely good deal on a 64,000 mile car! The engine is GREAT, the 5-Speed manual is really smooth! and the performance is not expected. This car easily takes on v8 cars such as 98 Mustang GTs and older GTs. The only problem you have with it is people that hate you for owning such a car... Someone shot my window... but if you do it yourself its very inexpensive, and if you have a Cousin working at the Dealer its even better.

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  328i - 1996 BMW 3-Series
  By M35 - March 6 - 2:00 am

  This car was an amazing blend of performance, comfort, and reliability. I will always own a BMW. The overall balance of their cars can not be matched.

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  Fun to drive, have an extra car - 1996 BMW 3-Series
  By buddy916 - January 24 - 2:00 am

  I have had this car for about 2.5 years. It drives very well-lots of performance & power, but the usual Beemer electrical crap occurs. Repeated problems with the power top and power locks. Got locked out of the trunk a couple of times too.

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  THIS CAR ROCKS !!! - 1996 BMW 3-Series
  By Lipe717 - November 28 - 2:00 am

  This car is awesome, I love everything about it!!!

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  Bought another 318ti - 1996 BMW 3-Series
  By tenniswoody - November 5 - 2:00 am

  I bought a 95 318ti that we loved. After a head-on with a 66 Chevy pickup that I walked away from, I replaced it with a 96 318ti. Nothing else quite measured up in fun for the $. Its a great combination of sporty handling and economy. I get mid 30 mpg on the highway and high 20s around town. It is a great car for 2, but the back seats are hard to access for adults. On the other hand, the hatchback gives you more flexibility than a sedan. Mine has been very reliable (from 27k miles to 87k so far), but I had to find a specialty garage. The dealership is very nice, but too expensive.

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  The Best Ever - 1996 BMW 3-Series
  By Billdemos - August 26 - 2:00 am

  Ive owned many differennt cars, Jags, MG, but I love this automoble. Handles with firm control and looks good even standing still. Its fun to drive and a great value....wouldnt trade it for any other auto on the road....

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  My "TOY" - 1996 BMW 3-Series
  By gerahart - August 22 - 2:00 am

  First time Ive owned a BMW and have decided Ill always have one around. My vehicle is so much fun to drive with more power than I legally know what to do with. Maintenance is a bit expensive but I figured thats just the cost of quality. Controls are logical and easy to get to. Most of the better features I wanted came as standard equipment.

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  Great Date Car - 1996 BMW 3-Series
  By littlehorses - July 31 - 2:00 am

  Found it on a used Corvette lot. Sat in both but found my old body liked the BMW better. Every woman in my life perfered the BMW. Drives and looks like a dream.Havent had all the electrical problems yet except it says to "check coolant" from time to time, nothing wrong. Had to replace the low pressure power steering hose and the fan belt tensioner assembly. At 65K miles the tensioner pulley would scream at start up. Never owned a car that required that fix. The dealer spent close to $1000 fixing or replacing the top cable system.

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  Great Car - 1996 BMW 3-Series
  By stev1ap - May 6 - 2:00 am

  This is a great car. It was in great condition when I bought the car so I have not had to many problems with it. Little stuff like the drivers electric door lock messed up. That only cost me $150 to fix so not to bad. My water pump messed up and cost me $300, but I am told that it is common on these cars if the original pump is still in there. It has 80K miles on it. But the motor purrs like a kitten. It runs GREAT!

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  love it...quirky though - 1996 BMW 3-Series
  By ole - April 13 - 2:00 am

  this car is SO much fun to drive. BMW makes a quality car, but crazy german electrical rears its ugly head.