Overview & Reviews

New standard goodies adorn 3 Series two-door models in 1999.

• Not all the models get revised at the same time. Coupe and convertible fans will have to make do with the former design.

User Reviews:

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  We need more hatchbacks like this - 1999 BMW 3-Series
  By Dave - June 19 - 6:27 pm

  Americans would like hatchbacks more if there were more hatchbacks like this. A great mix of practicality and luxury. And it packs a lot of interior room into a not very long car. Very easy to park at only 166 inches in length, yet its cargo capacity can carry a full sized dresser, fully assembled.

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  Ultimate Commuting Machine - 1999 BMW 3-Series
  By Thomas+ - May 30 - 9:43 pm

  One fun car! Brake dust keeps you busy cleaning every weekend. Covered maintenance was awesome. Uncovered maintenance a bit expensive. Brake job quoted as $1200 by dealer, did it myself for $220 worth of rotors. Main mechanical problem was the typical control arm bushings @$600. In dash CD has problems ejecting. Adding CD changer in trunk solved that. Stereo is weak on Bass end. Havent had window regulator problems others describe. Maintenance still a lot cheaper than my wifes Taurus. Overall, very happy.

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  Wow - 1999 BMW 3-Series
  By Greg - May 27 - 10:26 pm

  This is my first BMW and I love this car. Handling is 2nd to none. I tend to tire of vehicles very easily and this one is a joy to drive. This one has the DINAN upgrades which make it even more fun.

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  I pay with a smile - 1999 BMW 3-Series
  By N LeBert - March 25 - 5:43 pm

  I enjoy this car so much. I actually enjoy sending in my loan payment. It has the best of so many things that make it luxurious and fun to drive. After all these years, it drives like new and there is not any squeaks to let you know its tired. The service at the dealer is unbelievably fantastic. I cant imagine driving any make other than BMW.

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  Theres only one... - 1999 BMW 3-Series
  By Matt - February 21 - 8:38 pm

  I purchased this car used a little over 2 years ago. Ive had the "usual" repairs reported by most drivers - window motors, control arms and bushings - but this seems to be a standard problem that all owners have to deal with. If youre willing to put up with a high(er) maintenance car you wont ever want to drive anything else. It handles like a dream and holds the road like no other car Ive driven.

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  Fun car but has durability issues - 1999 BMW 3-Series
  By Vroom2 - February 3 - 6:55 pm

  This is a fun car to drive just about anywhere. Great on-road grip, handling, breaking and steering. Could use a few more horses but around town its plenty fast enough. The main drawbacks are durability of the trim and reliability. When mine was 5 years old it started becoming expensive with radiator, gearbox and other issues. The rubber seals around the windows also started to wear at which point I sold it. Great car but needs some $$$ and TLC to maintain.

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  The thrill of the corners - 1999 BMW 3-Series
  By Lindsay - January 17 - 11:07 pm

  This car is so much fun to drive. For a small six cylinder, it really moves. There have been a few minor problems, but if you are handy enough, most can befixed without going to the dealership. There are a number of online forums that you can join and ask questions of other owners that are more than willing to help. Youll find there is almost always someone who has experienced your problem or something like it and they will go out of their way to help you because BMW owners love their cars and people who drive the same ones! The cars handling is legendary and doesnt really need to be elaborated on. Truly the ultimate driving machine.

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  Open your wallet - 1999 BMW 3-Series
  By vikast - December 27 - 12:38 pm

  I bought this car new in 1999 and have averaged 15000 miles per year. The car is great to drive, but has had numerous reliability issues - air conditioner replaced, all four power window motors / actuators replaced (2 replaced twice), minor fluid leaks, front suspension components replaced, thermostat replaced twice, four sets of headlights, etc. In addition to reliabilty issues - maintenance is exorbitant. The dealer wanted $1,200 for brakes, $250 for a new battery, $600 for inspections, etc. Parts are special, so you cant just go out and buy them at Pep Boys. As a car, the BMW is only marginally better than the G35 and TL, but the ownership experience is worse than the Japanese.

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  Great car spoiled by Reliability Issues - 1999 BMW 3-Series
  By vikas - November 29 - 9:28 pm

  I bought the BMW 3 series new in 1999. The car drives incredibly well however, the reliability is far below competing japanese makes and maintenance costs border on the obscene. In the 84k Ive had the car, Ive replaced all of the window motors, changed the AC compressor (twice), replaced parts of the front suspension, repaired several fluid leaks and replaced the thermostat (twice). In addition, a new battery was $250, since you cant go to WalMart and buy a battery. The dealer wanted $1,200 for a normal brake service and over $1,000 to change the belts (I went elsewhere, but still expensive).

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  54k miles - 1999 BMW 3-Series
  By I500X - November 13 - 3:46 am

  Ive been driving this thing for 3 years now and I dont plan to switch! Its easy to take this car for granted until youve driven something else. BMWs handling is amazing.. it gives me so much confidence on the road. You get an excellent feel for the road and the steering is firm. Handles great in the dry but Ive had some problems in the wet. Then again, my tires were old. Although this car is pretty quick, it doesnt have as much power as Id like. Next car will be more performance oriented (Probably an M3). Its almost 2005 and this car is still better than most cars on the streets. Excellent ballance of performance, comfort, and functionaly