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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Best Deal for Cheap Wheels - 1996 BMW 3-Series
By Asian Persuasion - July 28 - 2:00 amHere I am sportin my latest automobile acquistion. A 1996 BMW 318ti. I took this little white gem out for a spin after calling the selling party, in what seemed to be a deal that was too good to be true...$7200.00. No dents, perfect paint, everthing works! No argument here as it looks pristine! On the road it performed flawlessly as I flogged it on turn after turn. This vehicle handles! This vehicle is a nostaligic reminder of my old BMW 2002. I had the most fun in that car and the 318ti, in my opinion, is the spiritual successor brought up to current standards of crash worthiness and reliablity. Heres to another love affair with a car!
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Happy but Sad - 1996 BMW 3-Series
By james lane - July 10 - 2:00 amMy 1996 BMW 318i offers great looks and luxurious interior. It has excellent driving feautures such as handling, cruise control, high-tech equipment but at 75,000 miles my ABS went out on the car. BMW of Nashville repair department wanting 77 dollars an hour to guess at whats wrong with the ABS.
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A+ - 1996 BMW 3-Series
By Zug - July 5 - 2:00 amThis has been the best car Ive owned. No, it doesnt accelerate fast, but in urban/sub-urban driving who cares? I get 25/city and 38/highway (Yes thats true) off of 89 Octane. Use Mobil 1 15/50 year-round (yes, its worth the extra money) and have added a DRL module. Easy to work on.
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Best BMW on the Market for the dollar - 1996 BMW 3-Series
By Wolverine - May 31 - 2:00 amI have loved my 318ti from the moment I drove it off the lot. Crisp handling, great styling, awesome cargo room with the seats folded down. All this for $22,000 new. Its still worth at least $11,000, and worth every penny.
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Fun - 1996 BMW 3-Series
By Jc - May 26 - 2:00 amgreat car to drive, the 4c seems to lack a little, but when its up to speed watch out. the ABS went out at 78000 miles and may cost $1100 to replace
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I LOVE this car!!!!!!!!! - 1996 BMW 3-Series
By wallabbie - May 5 - 2:00 amI purchased my 1996 model used in 1998, where it had been a demo car at the dealership and had only 7500 miles on it . I felt I was very fortunate to find this car at an excellent price. I love to drive, and have to brave the Dallas streets and the Texas drivers mentality often. I feel very safe in this car-- not only for its sturdiness, but also for the reaction I feel under my foot when I need some extra acceleration to avoid those other drivers! The Harmon-Kardon stereo system is tops, and I get quite a bit of use from my weather radio.
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review 328is - 1996 BMW 3-Series
By dlouie - March 23 - 2:00 amGreat Car
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Fun to Drive---Annoying Otherwise - 1996 BMW 3-Series
By KMc - March 8 - 3:38 pmI love driving this car! However, several things have been a disappointment. I purchased the car pre-owned (mistake), and ended up putting $3000 into it over the first 20 months. The most expensive repair was the clutch. I would imagine the previous owner learned to drive a 5-speed on this vehicle. My 2nd mistake was purchasing from Plaza Motor in St Louis. Worst buying experience in my life. Women, avoid shopping for any car here. You will get absolutely no respect.
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MY 1996 BMW 318I - 1996 BMW 3-Series
By BILAL - March 3 - 12:47 amWell, the car is exellent German quality, good fuel economy,and performance ratio in its class.
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Better than any jap 4 cylinder - 1996 BMW 3-Series
By Justapanda - March 1 - 4:31 pmThe 318ti is one of the best four cylinders on the market..besides s2000 and other really new sport jap cars. But the ti is a great car...its all about speed...guys love it and ladies wanna be there for it. The car handles like a dream...although at times at high speeds like over 75 mph wind noise can be annoying but everything else is solid.
