How expensive is a 3.0-litre BMW 3 Series Touring to run?

I'm looking at a 3.0-litre 2006 BMW 3 Series Touring with 48,000 kilometres on the clock. What are the running costs like on such a car?

Thank you

Simon Deane

Jul 2012 Filed under: running costs

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Expert answer

Hi Simon,

That is a lovely car, but you need to be prepared for the high running costs. Annual road tax alone is €1,683, while it's also heavy on fuel. No doubt it has low profile tyres as well, which are expensive to replace.

It seems to have very low mileage for the year, so make sure you get that verified. If it's right then it's still fairly fresh, but this generation of the 3 Series is expensive to maintain once the miles rack up.

Go into the deal with your eyes open and it could still be a great car for you.

Shane O' Donoghue - Complete Car Adviser
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