2001 BMW 3 Series: thoughts?

2001 BMW 3 Series: thoughts?

What do you recommend or otherwise on a used BMW Series 3, year 2001?

Thanks.

Our answer:

Hi Martin,

They're not bad but tread carefully as, obviously, at 14 years old, there's been a lot of time for poor maintenance or general abuse to take its toll. Make sure it has a full service history, and that it hasn't been modified or messed around with. Check the suspension and steering for knocking noises or signs of excess wear and make sure that the brakes feel sharp and strong and that the airbag warning light is not on (it usually relates to the side airbags being faulty). 

Shane O'Donoghue

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