I want to do a bit of research on a 96 bimmer.....specifically a 318i convertible. What are some good sites/forums to read up on a bit? For instance, what is the engine like (good, bad, problematic – 1.9 liter 138 HP inline 4 ……….. I know, I know, it is kind of a dog, and weak compared to the 328i which has a 2.8L 190HP inline 6 – but that is not the issue here). What are some typical replacement issues? Any specific things to “watch” for? Basically, what is the good, bad, and ugly about them? It only has 34,000 miles on it (owned by an old fart who basically tooled around town in it as a “fun” car). I know that this is basically a good thing (not beat on, low mileage), but are there some drawbacks (old parts that haven’t really been used, things that need to be replaced anyways due to age, doesn’t appear to have been “let out to run”, etc.).

All I really know about them is that I heard that their electrical can be problematic at times and maintenance is expensive if not done by yourself.

If you can help me out great, otherwise if you can direct me to some good BMW forums, that would be great also.

Thanks

 

:ugh:

go for the six...

 

www.carpoint.com for specs/reviews/ratings

 

www.carpoint.com for specs/reviews/ratings

 

now you gotta copy my text too?







jfwy :chuckles:

 

now you gotta copy my text too?







jfwy :chuckles:

 

h:

 

The car is not for me.........otherwise it would be the 6 fo sho! Thanks guys...

 

although the i6 would be the way to go....the 318 isnt that bad. seriously. back in highschool, my friend had a e36 318is, and even though the engine was a 4banger, he beefed up the suspension, and that shit stuck on turns like rails. if anybody in the LA area know the 15mph 90deg turn on western/los feliz.... we took it at 35-40mph no problem.....with a viper right on our f*cking side doing the same (with probably much less effort h: ) oh...and it helped that his 3 was a stick... made it feel quicker :chuckles: