BMW 318i vs 320i

[nm...@mhuxl.uucp]

I am currently in the market for a BMW 300 series car and I would appreciate
any info, comments or opinions of the 318i and the legendary 320i.
Is it possible that the *volks* in Bavaria have outdone themselves with the
new 318i?

thanx-in-advance
Gary Dabbagh
mhuxl!nmepr

[er...@aplvax.uucp]

I have been very satisfied with my '79 320i. I have looked
at the 318i, and frankly do not particularly like it. I am certain
part of this is because of the new body style, but there is something
else that bothers me about the car. Unfortunately, I can't put my
finger on it.

One thing I will warn you about with BMW's, though. The
repair costs are astronomical. Not just the labor, but the parts
themselves are very high. I once had a dealer quote me $7 /ft for
heater hose. Luckily, the american size was close enough to fit.
But be aware that the money doesn't stop flowing when you pay for the
car.

eric
...!seismo!umcp-cs!aplvax!eric