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4.13 out of 5 stars

Compromises with Few Compromises

VA22204guy, 11/21/2006
2001 BMW 3 Series 330xi AWD 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Purchased this car with 44k miles. Has nearly every option available (sport pkg, xenon, winter, auto). Little did I know how expensive the 50k mi checkup would be $1,400! In addition, I had to replace all four wheels/tires with the horrible Wash, DC potholes. Stuck with the OEM Contis -- mediocre but not too expensive. So, I found the secret to keeping the tires/rims OK: Inflate to 38psi. That stopped the sidewall bubbles and I haven't had a rim problem since (except for my poor parking skills). Since the $1,400 job (two years ago), no major issues. Gas mileage isn't great (city+hwy ~21avg). The best small car I will ever own! Love the AWD, handling, engine, power. A handsome car.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

AWD BMW Wagon is hard to beat

MYBIRD67, 01/17/2006
2001 BMW 3 Series 325xi AWD 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I was looking for a small SUV when I found this jewel. I was sold by the combination of the AWD and manual transmission. It handles like you would expect a BMW 3 series would, with the amazing bonus of all-weather traction plus 30 mpg highway. This car takes me and my ski-racing kids to ski areas all winter long and has not let us down. Once the vehicle went out of warranty I turned its service over to an independent BMW mechanic. So long as you stay current on recommended maintenance. Only issue has been a water pump failure requiring a tow - $380 later back on the road with no problems. The sport package is worth it for the bolstered seats. My favorite winter driver ever.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Total Experience

unix2me, 08/09/2005
2001 BMW 3 Series 330i Rwd 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I fall into the "always wanted one" category. I finally succumbed to my desire in Sept 04. I only wish I had bought one long before. I opted for the 330 because i wanted the additonal power and creature comforts standard on the 330. The minute I test drove the car I was grinning from ear to ear as the smooth acceleration pushed me into the seat. Stylish, fast with great brakes. Expensive to maintain. Don't buy this model if your not a serious driving enthusiast. Save yourself a few bucks and opt for the 325. But for those of you who love to drive and have the $$$... then this is the car for you.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Best urban luxury car in the Northeast.

jdevoy, 08/05/2003
2001 BMW 3 Series 330xi AWD 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I've decided to buy out the lease on my 330xi because there is not a better car on the market in terms of: ability to drive and park in the city, handle snow storms, tear up the road on long trips. If you leave in the Northeast, and want to drive a sport sedan, this car combines the best of every world.

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5 out of 5 stars

The PERFECT Convertible

Mom of two, 12/16/2003
2001 BMW 3 Series 330Ci Rwd 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I've had this car for 5 months, bot it used and have LOVED every minute of driving it. Just added Michelin Alpin tires for the winter months to continue enjoying it. The more I've driven it, the 'better' it responds and handles. It is just a perfect, flawless vehicle (ok, except for the cup-holder).

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