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Raving E90 review (online Times's second review)
This second reviewer from the Times compares the E90 to its predecessor. Finally!
http://driving.timesonline.co.uk/art...450589,00.html
Excerpt: BMW is not to be blamed for the excesses of its customers. Unlike its last effort, the deeply disappointing 1-series, BMW has judged the 3-series if not to perfection then certainly to a level damn near to it. It may look a little dull inside and out, but do not let that mask the true significance of the new 3-series: the finest small saloon in the world just got a whole lot better.
There’s more grip, the steering is sharp and full of feel and, in extremis, its manners are utterly impeccable.
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Quote: This second reviewer from the Times compares the E90 to its predecessor. Finally!
http://driving.timesonline.co.uk/art...450589,00.html
Excerpt: BMW is not to be blamed for the excesses of its customers. Unlike its last effort, the deeply disappointing 1-series, BMW has judged the 3-series if not to perfection then certainly to a level damn near to it. It may look a little dull inside and out, but do not let that mask the true significance of the new 3-series: the finest small saloon in the world just got a whole lot better.
There’s more grip, the steering is sharp and full of feel and, in extremis, its manners are utterly impeccable. | Yes, but earlier in the review they stated:
A shame, then, that such a superlative engine is fitted to such a disappointing looking car. It’s not ugly like the 1-series or 7-series. BMW couldn’t afford to risk doing anything radical to a car responsible for 60% of its sales. If anything, it has been too conservative. The car is bland on the outside, drab on the inside and a poor shadow of its sleek looking predecessor. It looks like a committee car. When I tested it in Spain it attracted very little attention, even after a couple of hundred miles in and out of Spanish towns. .
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Quote: Yes, but earlier in the review they stated:
A shame, then, that such a superlative engine is fitted to such a disappointing looking car. It’s not ugly like the 1-series or 7-series. BMW couldn’t afford to risk doing anything radical to a car responsible for 60% of its sales. If anything, it has been too conservative. The car is bland on the outside, drab on the inside and a poor shadow of its sleek looking predecessor. It looks like a committee car. When I tested it in Spain it attracted very little attention, even after a couple of hundred miles in and out of Spanish towns. . |
 that does not sound promising.
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Quote: Yes, but earlier in the review they stated:
A shame, then, that such a superlative engine is fitted to such a disappointing looking car. (...) . | When I first saw the official photos of the E90 I was depressed. Now, reading that the car provides much driving enjoyment, I am relieved, but still very disappointed about its looks, both inside and out. I don't think I'll ever be able to admire the looks of a 3 series again. Sadly, however, the E90 isn't ugly enough to dissuade me from wanting one if it remains -- convincingly -- the best in its segment as to driving feel. And according to the review, no other car even comes close. So, if people fall in love due to an impressive test drive, BMW won't have to make aesthetic changes. 
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Looks are subjective and you might even finding yourself getting used to a car that you originally thought was ugly. Basically, I don't care what they have to say about the looks. What people have to say about how the E90 drives is much more important to me.
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Quote: | Looks are subjective and you might even finding yourself getting used to a car that you originally thought was ugly. | Does anybody remember the 2002?
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