BMW 3-Series Touring 328i SE 5d Auto (1997/P) BMW 3-Series Touring 328i SE 5d Auto (1997/P) - Owner Review Not as satisfying as 3-Series saloon or coupe. 3 Want to know everything there is to know about this car? Then click on a link to see other car buying advice and help including car reviews, car valuations and cars for sale. Test drive with BMW or request a brochure Tweet Value 2 out of 5 Very expensive model compared to saloon. Costs 4 out of 5 Thirsty engine. Maintenance expensive compared with other 3"s. Driving 3 out of 5 Not as satisfying as 3-Series saloon or coupe. Performance 2 out of 5 Auto box is sluggish and chassis feels very shaky! Reliability 2 out of 5 Average build quality, weak engine. Image 4 out of 5 Great image. Comfort 3 out of 5 Not as comfortable as 3-Series saloon or coupe. Get an Insurance Quote We've gathered the biggest companies on the market in one place to save you money. Insurance group: 33 Get quote > Security 4 out of 5 Standard security devices are excellent. Service 3 out of 5 Service is adequate (no more). Many problems with this car. It has spent many days off the road at the dealership through poor quality and a worn out short engine block. Problems Bodywork Paintwork not good. Engine Worn out short engine block due to excessive valve wear. Gearbox - Other Interior fittings shake. Noisy rear suspension recently (shock absorbers?). Ownership Did you buy the car new? Yes Would you buy the same model again? No Did you buy from the same manufacturer again? Yes Help buying the BMW 3-Series Touring Read the Parkers review View the facts and figures Get a finance quote Compare cars costs