2005 BMW 3 Series Consumer Discussions Page 5

BMW 3-Series Tires and Wheels

Re: Time to replace Tires... [shipo]

Written by: JingleJill on Mar 22, 2008 03:23 AM

Thanks Shipo. I know I can always ask a question and you'll answer it. What a lively little message board we have here regarding tires. Yes, it has been a long time. I have a little critter in the back seat now, but I still have a BMW. I'm now on my 5th one; which I am very happy with, (I had the 2005 330ci w/performance package but when I found out I was pregnant I realized ... Read More...

Buying a Used 3-Series

Re: Purchase of 2005 330i [dhumpty]

Written by: cotmc on Mar 05, 2008 00:09 PM

(love those names!) That reminds me... I might want to change my name in here. It's an acronym given to me by a former co-worker: Car Of The Month Club. That was back in the mid- to late-90's when I was an engineer working telecom; when my wife and I were still DINKs. Lately, we've been holding onto our automobiles for at least 2-3 years each. I'm not as much of a car enthusiast ... Read More...

Re: Purchase of 2005 330i [ducatiguy]

Written by: dhumpty on Mar 05, 2008 08:58 AM

Thanks so much cotmc, roadburner, and ducatiguy (love those names!) Of course, I'll have to test drive a few myself, but I really appreciate other experiences and points of view... and since I know little about BMW's (and have a limited knowledge of cars in general), this info is very helpful to me. ;) Read More...

Purchase of 2005 330i

Written by: ducatiguy on Mar 04, 2008 08:33 PM

One person's experience - I just purchased a 2005 330i automatic with premium and sport packages and xenons. Car has (had) 2250 miles as it was still with the original dealer and had not been titled, although the In Service date was 5/30/2005. Considering what I believe I gave up on my trade-in (2000 528i), I estimate my true cost was 30500. Plus, I am the beneficiary ... Read More...

Re: Looking to purchase my first BMW [cotmc]

Written by: roadburner on Mar 04, 2008 05:28 PM

It reminded me of the previous generation 528i I owned several years ago. Exactly; I'm considering an M3 sedan for my family car, I consider it to be more of a hyper-fast grand tourer, much like an E28 or E34 M5. It certainly isn't an edgy corner-carving hooligan like the original(and still the best) M3. Maybe I'm too biased, but I thought my 2005 model was more fun ... Read More...

Re: Looking to purchase my first BMW [dhumpty]

Written by: cotmc on Mar 04, 2008 03:51 PM

I purchased a 2005 325Ci CPO with stick shift about one year ago, and I am very pleased with this decision. I can provide a couple notes regarding your question #3: - The data provided last year by Consumer Reports indicates the overall reliability of the 2005 3-series was statistically better than the 2004 models. They should be releasing the 2008 automobile ... Read More...

BMW 3-Series: FAQ

Re: New to the BMW experience... [dhumpty]

Written by: roadburner on Mar 03, 2008 08:27 AM

I'm making note of the "Performance Package" to look into that. Here's a Car and Driver road test of a 2004 ZHP sedan. In 2005 BMW NA also offered the package on the coupe and convertible. Read More...

Re: New to the BMW experience... [dhumpty]

Written by: dhumpty on Mar 02, 2008 09:23 PM

I'm learning... and you're not the only one who likes the E46 models. _____________________________________________ The E46 automobile platform is the fourth generation of BMW's highly successful 3 Series entry-level luxury car / compact executive car. The sedan was introduced in 1998 and replaced the E36 sedans the same year. ..In 2000, the E46 lineup ... Read More...

Re: New to the BMW experience... [dhumpty]

Written by: roadburner on Mar 02, 2008 08:12 PM

If you were buying a CPO which year within the last four would you prefer? Anybody have a favorite year? Is there one year that stands out from the rest? I'd get a 2004 or 2005 with the Performance Package(AKA ZHP). In my opinion the older(E46) cars provide a more focused and involving driving experience than the 2006 and up(E90/92) models. I've spent a lot of seat ... Read More...

Buying a Used 3-Series

Looking to purchase my first BMW

Written by: dhumpty on Mar 02, 2008 07:55 PM

I'm presently driving a 2004 Volvo (S-80), which I will pass on to my son as I'm (finally!) pursuing my dream of owning a BMW. I'm thinking as a newbie, I should start out easy and familiarize myself with the BMW via the purchase of a CPO (3-series, sedan [325 or 328]. I don't need all the latest state-of-the-art everything (i.e., run-flat tires, navigation)... ... Read More...