1998 BMW 3 Series User Reviews

An Incredible Machine — I have owned an alpine white on beige E36 328i since September 2009. This car is nothing short of spectacular in almost every conceivable way. This is a very fun car to drive and I can't help but smile sometimes when driving. The handling is razor precise and the steering feedback is amazing to the point of being telepathic. Ultimately, this car is made for the highway where it's power truly comes alive. The ease of passing makes it seem like the other cars aren't even moving, the rev-happy inline six humming away, the exhilaration of feeling one with the road and car seem to come together to create something that is truly unique. However, it isn't all peaches and cream. If you buy this car expecting carefree Toyota-like maintenance and think it's German and not going to break you are very wrong. This is a very needy vehicle maintenance-wise- especially since the newest E36 non-M sedan models are now 15 years old in 2013. This is a car that requires PREVENTATIVE maintenance. You need to KNOW and UNDERSTAND this car in order for it to not drive you insane, which if you don't attend to its needs is the ONLY place it will be driving you. It is a car you have a relationship with, not just something to get you to point A to point B. If you abandon the Bimmer it will abandon you. Like all relationships, they take work. None of that matters though when everything is squared away. Every time I get in the car to go somewhere I just want to keep driving until I run out of roads.

Primary Use: Commuting to work

Bmw — The performance is amazing.. in its speed, the braking is abs.. and handles brilliantly. It has never been for repairs, but goes in to bmw for its regular service. The car colour is arctic silver, with 17inch motorsport rims and sunroof. Interior i have dvd player and dvd screen. The seats are a grey leather. The petrol consumption is quite high as it is a 328i .... ( 3 litre motor)... 180kw. The car is adrenaline and exhiliration all in one package! I love BIMMER!

Fast, Nimble, Sleek, Overengineered. Luxurious, Reliable. Ultimate Machine. — Drives like a dream, power and handling like no other car. every part appears to be built to milityary grade durability specifications. Apples and Oranges above the so called competitors. Agreed to be one of the longest lasting best buys of all time. The '98 is the peak of the 3rd Generation of the BMW 3 Series, and the final year of the "E36" in the 4 door category. A true pleasureto look at and to own and to drive, built to last a lifetime if not abused too hard. I believe the '98 328i with all the options and the sport package is the Ultimate Machine.

Primary Use: Family transportation

Bmw 323ci — I love driving this car. It has been a great value and my kids love riding in the back with the top down. Great mileage and handling, awesome summer leisure car. Not a ton of room for a big family, however.

Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.)

Best First Bmw — I suggest getting the 5-speed as opposed to the automatic, since its peppier. To me, these cars seem to fool your senses. Though some may say that the older BMWs have a rather boxy, economy car look to them, I feel they handle like a fine sports car (as with most BMWs) in the turns. I've hit some clover-leafs here in NC at speeds up to 60/70 mph without even a hint of tire screech or worrying about the back-end giving way. If you are in the market for a good multi-purpose vehicle, and don't have a fortune to spend, take a look at the 318. To me, this vehicle certainly packages BMW-expected quality for an affordable price (newer models run in the low to mid $20000 range). Unfortunately, since BMW discontinued manufacturing this model, you won't be able to purchase one brand new. However, some dealers do have a few used models in great condition for sale.

Primary Use: Commuting to work