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Used 2005 BMW 3 Series Consumer Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Fun in the Sun

Richard, 04/14/2005
2005 BMW 3 Series 325Ci Rwd 2dr Convertible (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This is definetely a fun car. The engine (184hp) is plenty enough to move you forward and allows relaxed cruising while the top is down. I don't think there is a need to purchase the lager engine coming with the 330i. Quality is superb and it is amazing how stable and stiff the car is without an aluminum roof. Buy a wind deflector and you won't experience any draft while the top is down.

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5 out of 5 stars

330Ci - Excellent Choice

Bill, 02/24/2005
2005 BMW 3 Series 330Ci Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I previously owned a a 2001 325i (manual) sedan, and wanted more of a sporty car, so I picked the 330Ci (premium package, cold weather package, and sport package, steptronic). The handling makes this car, and horsepower makes a big difference. Steptronic in manual mode is a nice change from regular auto. Interior screams luxury. Best sports car I have owned.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Who cares if the trunk won't open?

OhioBeemer, 04/14/2005
2005 BMW 3 Series 325Ci Rwd 2dr Convertible (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

What an amazing car....quick in acceleration, handling, braking; great to look at, especially with the top down; minor problem with trunk switch came on early, but easily fixed. Fit and finish is fabulous, far superior to previously owned US and British cars, comparable to Japanese manufacturers.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Love my new Bimmer!

RyanB, 04/16/2005
2005 BMW 3 Series 325xi AWD 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

The 325xi is simply the best buy all-around in a sedan on the market today. Besides having the aura of BMW that says, "I've arrived", this car is reliable, comfortable, luxurious, sporty and very easy on the eyes. I love the heated seats, the all-wheel drive provides excellent traction in all weather conditions and the braking and handling on this car is superior to anything else I've ever driven. The five-speed is smooth and sporty, and nothing beats the sound of an inline 6 rowing its gears! To truly understand the overall experience of BMW engineering, you have to drive one yourself. The fit and finish is immaculate, and the full maintenance package makes this a phenomenal buy!

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Enjoying my first 3000 kilometers

Marlan, 12/09/2004
2005 BMW 3 Series 330Ci Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Overall a joy to drive. I have the sport supension, so at first the ride was quite rough, but after several long trips it has smoothed out; in other words the suspension is sporty when it needs to be sporty and comfortable when needs to be comfortable. As far as looks, it is a Clubsport model- absolutely gorgeous. 5-speed automatic, its great, but recomend the 6-speed manual. Previous car was a MBZ S-class. Happy for the change. It was like driving a quiet tank.

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