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3.63 out of 5 stars

Noisy Engine

Kel, 11/06/2003
2001 BMW 3 Series 325i Rwd 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
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First time BMW owner. Heard engine noise from front. Drove with a BMW senior technician. He said it's normal. You can notice the engine noise is louder than a 323i. I was told it's b'coz the engine is smaller compare to 323i but produce same power, and more noise! You can hear the car scream when it climbs a hill.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

The Ultimate Driving Experience

fjd330Ci, 01/02/2008
2001 BMW 3 Series 330Ci Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
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I bought this car brand new and have owned it for over 6 years. Driving this car is one of the few enjoyments of going to work in the morning. The maintenace could get expensive so I've herd, I've been working on cars as a hobby since before I could drive and do most of my own wrench turning. I've had some minor mechanical issues that are out side of the routine maintenance stuff that I was able to repair on my own. The only disappointment was the automatic transmission It needed to be replaced after a little over 100K. Lifetime fluid does not mean lifetime. I only have on regret and that is not getting the manual tranny.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Makes my commute a everyday Picnic Trip

ram, 08/06/2002
2001 BMW 3 Series 325i Rwd 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
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Excellent tight handling in the curves. Its a dream in narrow long winding road - never driven a car that loves the road this much. Majestic dangerous bully look... I LOVE IT!

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Check before you buy

hadjistefcho, 03/09/2008
2001 BMW 3 Series 330Ci Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
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I got it used at 69000 miles. Amazed by low end torque, but annoyed by DSC intervention at quick take offs. Engine sounds nice even at high rpm, exhaust as well all the time. Quiet and comfortable ride. Nice and precise handling all the time. Lots of available upgrades for power, styling and suspension, although most are gimmicks. The car is fun as she is, but supercharger will make her a beast. On the bad side: door and window trims loosen and need to be glued over and over. Stalls due to needed software update. Control arms and bushings need replacement after 70000 miles. Sunroof shade fixed due to poor materials used. Snow tires are a must in snow. High maintenance unless DIY.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Smooth as Silk

paonlou, 03/05/2003
2001 BMW 3 Series 330Ci Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
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3.0 litre engine packs nice punch, with tight handling to go along. Comfortable cockpit with great adjustable leather seats.

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