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3.63 out of 5 stars

Pathetic quality

Mayer Rud, 10/04/2005
2001 BMW 3 Series 325i Rwd 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
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The total of 10(!) window regulators have been replaced in just 21,000 miles. In addition, had to be repaired: electric sunroof, A/C fan speed regulator, windshild (replaced due to bubbles in glass), engine RPM sensor (car began stalling), MPG sensor. Also noticed a leak (on a rainy day) on the floor by the driver side (front). I am not a lawer, but in my book I've got a lemon. BMW must recall all the cars with substandard power window regulators and replace them with the re- engineered ones since the replaced regulators are failing as well. While I like the performance and the look of my car, I am not buying another BMW any time soon. A car is more than just a smooth drivetrain!

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5 out of 5 stars

Awesome

Lee Ayres, 09/08/2003
2001 BMW 3 Series 330i Rwd 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
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We have driven coast to coast twice and love this car. It helps that I lost weight some weight. It is easier for me to get in and out of now at 210 compared to 250 pounds. Handling is superb.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

The Best Car I've Ever Owned

David, 11/10/2005
2001 BMW 3 Series 330Ci Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
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I've had this car for 2 months and I can honestly say it's the greatest. The performance, engineering, and looks are second-to-none. I've never had so many compliments from total strangers, which really makes me feel good. I've had absolutely no problems with the car since I've had it. The only downside might be the high-cost maintenance procedures. I can do them myself, but if they are done by the dealership, prices are quite high. If you can bleed brakes and change brake pads, change hoses and flush coolant, and change engine belts, then you'll have no problem with this car. Buy a manual, and you'll be fine.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Best car I have ever owned!!

Cary A. Storchan, 06/08/2006
2001 BMW 3 Series 330xi AWD 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
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Before I leased this car in 2001, I had driven much larger sedans, (Audi, Acura, Infiniti) and never considered a much smaller car. That is until I drove the BMW 330xi. I bought the car in 2004 when it came off lease and have continued to enjoy as much as the first time I drove it. I have enhanced it's performance with several Dinan add-ons. and it performs like a bat out of hell. Other than routine maintenance, and the addition of the Dinan equipment, the car has not required any service. The AWD feature is a great in the winter, in the rain, on the highways and on the track. Most of driving involves road trips and I generally average almost 30 mpg. The car handles like a dream.

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5 out of 5 stars

Love my BMW

Tim Spann, 05/23/2002
2001 BMW 3 Series 325i Rwd 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
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the greatest car I have ever driven

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