only 5000 dollars...used 318??

[gaterado]

i only have 5000 dollars and im looking for a used bmw. i was thinking a 318. from 93-94 with rougly 100,000 miles. from your guys' expereicne with 93/94 cars. how reliablie is the bmw and how much woud it cost for repair. i heard it is costly to repair a bmw. but i love the looks!!! thanks. also how is the gas mileage for that car, for those of you guys that have one?

[DeefNDorf]

Hmm..I paid only 7800$ Us for my 328is...its in excellent condition..so be patient and wait for a deal...also if you take car of it..it will take care of you...

[El Presidente]

you can find earlier model e36s for as low as 4k, but they usually have some issues. Also, the 92-mid94 e36s have weaker subframes fail prematurly.

[gaterado]

how much is maintinence costs and repair. i heard it was quite expensive.

[El Presidente]

check the FAQ section. Many things you can do yourself.

[dutchbmw]

IF you have the possibility to do this yourself! (like a jack and tools etc. )