2000 BMW 3 Series Consumer Discussions

BMW History and Engine Technology

Re: No Reverse - Trade In [dede43]

Written by: shipo on Dec 02, 2008 02:44 PM

Your best bet is to have the transmission replaced and either keep the car or trade it in then. The good news here is that aftermarket rebuilt units are now becoming available at a relatively reasonable cost (the link below shows an automatic unit for a 2000 323i for $2,220). http://market.autopartsfair.com/bmw-transmissions/find_product.html?make=bmw&mod- ... Read More...

No Reverse - Trade In

Written by: dede43 on Dec 02, 2008 02:34 PM

I've read all the posted messages regarding 2000 BMW reverse failure. It happened to me last week. Was in the market to purchase a Mini Cooper now the is worthless. Do you have any information on this problem being recalled or any suggestion on what I should do? Read More...

2009 BMW 3-Series

Re: 2009 328ci SULEV Fuel Pump [teebone1958]

Written by: fedlawman on Nov 18, 2008 07:32 PM

I found this at "RealOEM.com" (re-spaced to fit here): Description Supplement Qty Part Number Price FUEL TANK, METAL WITH FILLER PIPE 1 16116763569 $2,985.30 Here's the link... http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=AZ33&mospid=47721&btnr=16_0533&hg=- 16&fg=05 "RealOEM.com" does list the M54 and M56 engines as being available in the ... Read More...

Re: BMW Gadgetry [jmaroun]

Written by: kdshapiro on Oct 14, 2008 01:27 PM

BMW's auto windshield wiper is neat, but should you turn it on in normal mode (non auto sensing), it's a non trivial experience turning the darn thing off. You might find it a non-trivial experience, I didn't. A quick flick of the stalk does it. After 3 years with BMW's fancy turn signal invention (started in 06 models), I still fall victim to an induced back and forth ... Read More...

BMW Gadgetry

Written by: jmaroun on Oct 14, 2008 11:14 AM

BMW's auto windshield wiper is neat, but should you turn it on in normal mode (non auto sensing), it's a non trivial experience turning the darn thing off. I find BMW's refrigerated compartment under the arm rest some what quirky. Such a small volume is nearly useless. They should either increase usable volume ( I guess make it deeper) or eliminate the thing alltogether. ... Read More...

BMW 3-Series 2005 and earlier

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Written by: shipo on Feb 06, 2003 07:20 AM

I am not sure about 2000 and later cars, however, the "Free Maintenance" program for my former 1999 328i did NOT include brakes. I have heard that BMW enhanced the program in either 2000 or 2001, however, I am unsure about whether the brakes are covered under the newer program. Best Regards, Shipo Read More...

BMW 3-Series Maintenance and Repair

Advice for buying used 99 - 01 BMW 3 series

Written by: kapitanraider on Oct 10, 2008 05:42 PM

Im looking to buy a used BMW(first car) but i have concerns about the reliability, life and cost of maintanence and repairs. Im looking at the following(all have clean autocheck): 2000 BMW 328i - 95k miles 2001 BMW 325i - 134k miles 1999 BMW 328i - 140k miles looking at between 7k to 9.5k for these.im a college student in Orlando, Fl. and i will atleast on a vehicle ... Read More...

BMW 3-Series 2005 and earlier

I know BMWs

Written by: nyccarguy on Sep 28, 2008 08:47 PM

have a good resale value, but c'mon. I was driving by a Mitsubishi dealer today and saw a Boston Green/Sand Leather 2000 E46 328iA. The car had the Premium Package, Sports Package, & Automatic. No Xenons. 39K miles. The sticker said they were asking $18,9K for a (almost) 9 year old car! They must have picked the car up at an auction for what 6 or 7 K? Read More...

Buying a Used 3-Series

325ci 2006

Written by: nh07fan on Sep 27, 2008 04:50 AM

We agree to our 1st BMW-have wanted 1 for a long time. It's a 3rd car for when my wife doesn't need to drive her all-wheel drive Sienna minivan and I'm not using my Accord for work (outside sales). Anyway I think we did well to find a 2006 325ci Black with 10,500 miles for $23,500 CPO Only 2 options are heated seats and Steptronic Automatic The search really evolved..........we ... Read More...

BMW 3-Series Prices Paid and Buying Experience

Re: Drat!!! [blueguydotcom]

Written by: hpowders on Sep 11, 2008 11:43 AM

Believe me, I have been pacing back and forth thinking about it. Paying around $10k less for a loaded 2007 335i sedan with 14k miles as a CPO over new, sounds great. Of course, some of that advantage would be lost in financing. New 335i's are going for 0.9% interest. I figure as a CPO, the 2007 335i would be at least 3.9% through BMWFS. Around $2000 more in interest over ... Read More...