318ti

[1975280z]

Here is the deal-
I'm new to the whole BMW world, but currently have the opportunity to buy a 1996 318ti. I am deffinately interested. What things should I look for and/or avoid. What are historic problem areas etc. Any info anyone has would be appreciated.
Thanks in advance

 

[epj3]

Here is the deal-
I'm new to the whole BMW world, but currently have the opportunity to buy a 1996 318ti. I am deffinately interested. What things should I look for and/or avoid. What are historic problem areas etc. Any info anyone has would be appreciated.
Thanks in advance

How much is the person/dealer asking?? I am not sure what to look out for except for the normal stuff. Others will be able to further answer your question.

 

[Wadula]

just look for the basic things as already said. check the servicing, overall appearance, run a carfax, all that you know. the compacts do not have any major flaws i know of. it´s a decent car and reliable.

 

[Dnz]

2 words.

MORE POWER.

Why not a straight six instead of the 4?

 

[epj3]

2 words.

MORE POWER.

Why not a straight six instead of the 4?

budget, practicality, insurance, etc.

 

[1975280z]

I know the difference between a 4 and a 6. I am specifically asking about a 318ti. If you have any useful info. I would appreciate it, otherwise keep your comments to yourself.

 

[Wadula]

hey buddy....easy now.

he was making a proposal! no need to punk around. if you treat the members bad, they will be bad to you remember that. he was just trying to show up other possibilities.

 

[bimmin328is]

my feeling on the 318 is the same, u can run faster then that car drives. Your only looking at a couple grand more for the 6.

 

[Kneiselc]

I own a 1995 318ti and it's fine. Of course the six cylanders have more power but the 4's are still good cars. No problems so far, 113500 miles.

 

[Migey]

My friend owns a 95 318ti and no problems in specific, just keep your eyes out for the normal stuff like everyone else suggested.

As for the 4 vs 6 dispute, I bought a 318i for two reasons. First off it would cost me an extra $3000-8000 CND in my area for a 325. Second it would cost me an extra $1200 CND a year on insurance for the 325. Another reason, not one of mine, would be gas milage. So there are reasons to go with a 4 instead of a 6 for some people. The 318 is still a very good car and drives very tight.

Migey