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2005 BMW 3 Series - Reliability

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2004 BMW 3 Series 330Ci Rwd 2dr Coupe View photos

330Ci Coupe (3.0L 6-cyl. 6-speed Manual)

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Reliability Rating for 2005 BMW 3 Series by Identifix

Ratings Key Minimal Problems Moderate Problems Significant Problems
  Rating Comments
Engine A common problem on this vehicle is failure of the Valve Cover Gaskets and the Water Pump. Failure of the Valve Cover Gaskets and Water Pump apply to the 3.0L engine only.

The cost to repair the Valve Cover Gasket is estimated at $37.00 for parts and $117.00 for labor. The cost to repair the Water Pump is estimated at $112.00 for parts and $176.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Transmission & Driveline A common problem on this vehicle is failure of the Rear Axle Seals.

The cost to repair the Rear Axle Seals is estimated at $18.00 each for parts and $117.00 (one side) or $221.00 (both sides)for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Steering & Suspension
Brake
Heating & Air Conditioning
Starting & Charging
Accessories
Overall 4 out of 5

Reliability Ratings displayed above reflect style specific standard features and may vary from aggregated values displayed for the same year in the historical model overviewed bellow.

Reliability History for BMW 3 Series by Identifix

  2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
Engine
Transmission & Driveline
Steering & Suspension
Brake
Heating & Air Conditioning
Starting & Charging
Accessories
Overall

Reliability Ratings by Identifix is based from repair shop-reported issues. Though this data may be for years prior to model you are researching, it exposes how reliable this model platform has been historically.

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