Used 2001 BMW 3 Series 325xi AWD 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 5M) Consumer Reviews
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Sparrow, 09/10/2002
BMW 3 Series 325xi AWD 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
1 1/2 years ownership. Not my first BMW. Basic 325xi with metallic paint and single CD player as only options. Started with replacing 4 auxiliary electric cooling fans (included two very momentary overheats). This problem resolved by NHTSA recall and fitment of different manufacturer's fan (Bosch). This problem, along with poor BMW NA esponse, is enough to make me not purchase another BMW although the dealer was extremely helpful and satisfying and the car is great to drive. I just can't get over the BMW NA behavior over the aux cooling fan problem. Very very offensive.
1st timer
rblaisdell, Portsmouth, NH, 07/29/2014
BMW 3 Series 325xi AWD 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
9 of 13 people found this review helpful
Must say i have a 2001 325xi and it delivers! It currently has just under 270000 miles with the original clutch. The power train purrs and while not at 200 ponies it performs. Yes I have the check engine light issues and the BMW plastics are horrendous,but it is a blast to drive. This was my 1st BMW and even though I have sunk about 800 into it in the last 2years it is worth it. If you go with quality non BMW parts to replace worn parts do so and enjoy the ride.
Bought off teenager!!
Missy, Philadelphia, PA, 08/16/2017
BMW 3 Series 325xi AWD 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
My son graduated Hs and needed a newer car he bought this used obviously. Well It wasn't "cool" enough so he was going to trade it for half the price he paid! I said I'll take it! I've had it 4 years now. I bought it for $4000 I've spent $1200 in repairs total. It does currently need rear struts but I'm trading it in. Find a nice mechanic - tell him your not rich and they can charge you reg prices if they want to! Don't let them bs you saying this is a bmw!! One great thing you can find almost every part and info online in bimmer forums! Air cond quit- was $50 part I could do myself - thanks forum! Drives like a dream, hugs the road! It's moody, and always leaks oil like a harley! I have 109,000 miles on it. No regrets cost me $5200 -including repairs for 4 years!
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2001 bmw 325xi leaks alot
leaks alot, 04/11/2009
BMW 3 Series 325xi AWD 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I have owned a bmw 325xi since 2001. The car handles great but is very expensive to maintain. I have had all four doors leak. Fixing the vapor barriers on the doors still does not solve the problems. Rust will start to appear on body around the lower doors from a break in the seal that covers the weld along the edge. Rust also appears on the metal lip that is below the door edge and above the plastic trim. Rust will also break out below the trunk bottom lip. Rust will also appear on the trunk lip below the classic kidney bean intakes. I have had to replace three power window motors I think because of water leaking into the door.
Rocky start
r11rs, 10/09/2005
BMW 3 Series 325xi AWD 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is my 4th BMW in 25 yrs, and by far the worst. Everyone claims this is a 'tight handling car'...I simply don't understand how anyone can say that. Compared to BMWs of the past, this handles like an Oldsmobile! Its so loose, that it is pathetic. The design of the car lends itself to very poor visibility. The blind spots are terrible. Within the first 6 months of ownership, the car broke down 2x, with the same problem (bad auxiliary fan). BMW was difficult to deal with during these problems. Otherwise, reliability is fine.
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