BMW 318i convertible

[logisoft]

Thinking of buying a red/black. Like it. It's fast enough to cruise. Anyone have experience with this car and especially the 318 engine? Anything to look out for. The car seemed excellent so far.
Thanks

[Alpine 318is]

make sure the engine is in good condition. i thought my car ran fine, did a tune up and mpg went from 24-30 and accleration went up

[jorbon]

Same (non-engine related)issues as 325/8- do a search for more, but...
-rear subframe weakness/breakage anytime
-fuel pump death @>100,000 mi
-Radiator death @>80,000 mi
-window motor death anytime
-Clutch @ >125,000 mi
-Inherent lack of power, solved before the purchase by buying a 325/8 instead, and after the purchase by supercharging or turbocharging.

If you are sure that a 318 is the one for you, I've found that the engine is very durable. (My 318iC has 170,000 miles– I installed a Downing Atlanta supercharger a couple of years back, and it runs very strong for a heavy little 4cyl.)