Used 2003 BMW 3 Series 325i Rwd 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 5M) Consumer Reviews
It's a Hobby
The E46 model is fantastic to drive, even nearing 20 years old. Just make sure you like these cars enough to put time or $ into them and enjoy doing so (like a hobby). Purchased mine used about five years ago with 50k miles and one previous owner. Had researched everything that fails early on these cars and budgeted $5k for the long list. The initial list was completed over time and (aside from regular maintenance) included the entire cooling system, valve cover gasket, new rear coil springs (rusted out), two window regulators, control arm bushings, miscellaneous suspension components, ignition coils and plugs, fuel pump, pads & rotors (twice) and a new battery. I'm a decent mechanic with a garage and tools, but have a solid repair shop as a back-up or for diagnostic help. Now at 75k miles the list continues to grow: leaking oil pan gasket, leaking power steering pressure line, leaking shift shaft gasket, intermittent oil pressure light, another window regulator. But the car looks great, drives superbly, and is very reliable. It makes me smile every time I start the engine. These are great sports sedans just know what to expect if you buy one.
Proud Owner 2003 325i
Car is an excellent ride. Only draw back is that most dealers do not have them instock with navigation and most people including me do not want to wait 2-3 months to get one in from Germany...If you have time go early and order one with Nav inside.
- 325Ci ConvertibleMSRP: $9,995287 mi away
- 325i WagonMSRP: $3,999289 mi away
- 325Ci ConvertibleMSRP: $4,499313 mi away
3rd bmr
the bmw 3 series is just so beautiful. it is also fun to ride.
Great to drive. Short on quality.
Clutch assembly was defective from the factory and transmission had to be torn down at 3200 miles. I wonder if the defective part already caused unneccessary wear-and-tear.
Nothing Finer Than a BWM
Excellent in all phases. You can just see it in the peoples faces as your drive by that they wannabe a BMW owner.