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Alternatives to 3 Series BMW

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  • 28-04-2005 12:26pm
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    xabi
    Registered Users Posts: 2,998 ✭✭✭


    I like the E46 3 Series but an put off buying one with the new model just arrived. Im looking for an alternative but similar car. Can anyone give me a few recommendations.

    Thanks


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    fletch
    Registered Users Posts: 7,398 ✭✭✭fletch


    The new Volvo S40 is selling really well....not sure if you would pick up any second hand ones yet but its a good lookin car IMO
    CM_S40_604PX.jpg
    s40_ext_604x314_10.jpg


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    bazz26
    Registered Users Posts: 51,239 ✭✭✭✭bazz26


    xabi wrote:
    I like the E46 3 Series but an put off buying one with the new model just arrived. Im looking for an alternative but similar car. Can anyone give me a few recommendations.

    Thanks

    Lexus IS200 - new model on sale at the end of the year though. Good resale value and aftersales service.
    Audi A4 - recent facelift ruined the looks imo.
    Merc C Class - probably not as sporty as the BMW and a facelifted model is just around the corner.
    SAAB 9-3 - uses the Opel Vectra chassis so make up your own mind after that. 1.9 diesel is from Alfa Romeo.

    Outsiders:
    Honda Accord - doesn't have the badge of the others but a very capable car.
    VW Passat - new bigger model on sale next month, again doesn't have the executive badge.
    Volvo S40 - shares alot of parts with the Ford Focus but the rear legroom and boot are average. Previous S40 depreciation was hard so new model could follow suit.


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    prospect
    Registered Users Posts: 4,791 ✭✭✭prospect


    Alfa Romeo 159

    :d


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    unkel
    Registered Users Posts: 65,399 ✭✭✭✭unkel
    Chauffe, Marcel, chauffe!


    If sheer driving experience is what you're after in that class of a car, Alfa Romeo is your only alternative


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    AlienGav
    Closed Accounts Posts: 520 ✭✭✭AlienGav


    What kind of price range are you looking at?


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