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4.63 out of 5 stars

Fun to drive

sulka, 01/06/2005
2005 BMW 3 Series 330Ci Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

A very fun car to drive, and handles like it was on a rail. The shifing is very smooth and the handling is great- I upgraded to the 19" tires. The inside is luxurious and firm thanks to the sports package. An all-around great car.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Head Turner

Dub, 07/01/2005
2005 BMW 3 Series 325Ci Rwd 2dr Coupe (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

These cars are nice, this is my second 3 series Ci and I really enjoy driving it. The fun factor is the selling point. Mechanically, they need some improvement. I have an 05 325ci that has 4k on it. Already my windows squeak, my back shocks squeak and the windows don't seel real well. I have taken top care of the car, so it is nothing on my end...

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5 out of 5 stars

Driving is fun again.

Don, 06/08/2005
2005 BMW 3 Series 325xi AWD 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Having to drive many Kilometers in and around Calgary Alberta, one quickly discovers the absolute joy this car provides to the driver! I never thought a car could be so fun to drive, no matter what the weather or traffic volume presents. The feel of the road and instant communication between driver and machine...the instant response of the 184 BHP at the wheels, and for an allwheel drive vehicle still in it's break in period, the power and performance is exciting. BMW should have put a speed minder as one feels the car get smoother at speeds 145KM's/Hr., making it very easy to exceed the speed limits here on our 110 KM/Hr highways.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

2005 BMW 325xi

Terry, 05/19/2005
2005 BMW 3 Series 325xi AWD 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Back in my twenties my ride was a Porsche 911S and I developed an appreciation for German engineering. Years later, the Porsche long-gone, I wanted a sporty but luxurious ride. That is the definition of a BMW sedan. It really brought back memories about what DRIVING a car was all about. It's gorgeous, too. Contrary to previous reviewer, I really appreciate the rain sensor wipers (intermittent wiping speed automatically adjusts to how much rain is hitting the windshield), the automatic headlights (never have to worry about leaving them on), the auto-tilt side mirror (it tilts down so you can see the curb when you parallel park).

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4.63 out of 5 stars

GREAT CAR!

kmill, 11/12/2008
2005 BMW 3 Series 325i Rwd 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This is my first luxury car and I want to drive BMWs for the rest of my life! This car is the best vehicle I've ever had, it handles well and hugs the road. The car is solid! It doesn't like stop and go traffic, it likes to take off on the highway (anything above 50 mph). I don't get great fuel mileage on the city streets, but the highway mileage is very good. I will keep it two years and then go for the 5 series. It's not that roomy inside especially if you have tall or large people in your family, but perfect for me as a second car. This is a wonderful vehicle!!!

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