3 Series Compact; Bad Idea?

3 Series Compact; Bad Idea?

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DanB7290

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Saturday 24th December 2011
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So, staying true to form, I've changed my mind over which car I'd rather like for the 2nd time in 24 hours. Right now it's the 3 Series Compact. Heard mixed opinions about this, some say it isn't a 'proper' BMW, others say its reasonably good. I'd be looking to spend around £3k. What does PH think?

DanB7290

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5,535 posts

192 months

Saturday 24th December 2011
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Patrick Bateman said:
Had a 320Td ES, good car despite the ste spec. I imagine a 325Ti Sport would be quite a good drive especially.

None of this changes the fact it's an ugly little st, however.
The 3 Series with its arse chopped off look I can kinda go for, but the headlights on the E46 version aren't brilliant if I'm honest. Currently looking at E36 models, much cheaper (can get decent specced one for sub £1k) but are they much worse than the E46?