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Love AND Reliability

halohead, 01/13/2011
2005 BMW 3 Series 325Ci Rwd 2dr Convertible (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

Have had my 2005 325 convert for 4 years (bought it used), put 40k miles on it, and have treated it well. In return, it has been a joy to drive, beautiful to look at, and way more reliable than the Ford and Chevy I've owned--on a par with the stalwart Altima on which I put 100k miles. This is the best car I've ever owned, and I've owned a few. There are things I'd change (some of the interior fixtures could be better quality). But nothing beats hearing that growly engine and feeling the car drive like a part of myself.

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5 out of 5 stars

Still Fun After 15 Years

Mick, 12/31/2020
2005 BMW 3 Series 330i Rwd 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

My car was first owned by in-laws for 5 years and I’ve had it since. It has the sports package and the performance package with 5 speed steptronic trans. I have kept up the maintenance and had some major repairs (new trans, AC, suspension, etc), so it’s in top shape for 15+ years old. The new trans seems better than the original. My 330i is in great mechanic and cosmetic shape, and has awesome performance (responsive off the line, instant speed for passing and smooth handling). It’s not an economy car to maintain, but I will keep it and repair it until I can’t get parts.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

I become more impressed each passing day

Gene, 07/12/2010
2005 BMW 3 Series 330i Rwd 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

In order to validate BMW's trademark cliche, The Ultimate Driving Machine, you need to sit yourself behind the wheel. The BMW brand is a timeless vehicle that always seem to stay in style much longer than its competitors. I am impressed how easy the 3 series is to drive. The vehicle is so balanced and follows your commands so effortlessly. I have heard some negative remarks about the 3 series. Preventive maintenance is necessary for a vehicle that offers so much. If you do not take care of it than you can't expect excellent reliability. Take care of it and it will not let you down.

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5 out of 5 stars

New to me!

bg, 03/24/2008
2005 BMW 3 Series 325xi AWD 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I picked up a used 2005 325xi with 34k miles. Silver-gray metallic with the sport package. What a great car! Handles beautifully! Decent gas mileage as well (overall 22 / 28+ on hwy). Classic BMW style and comfortable too. Go and get one!

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BMW 3 series is the best in it's class

Sam, 05/23/2005
2005 BMW 3 Series 330Ci Rwd 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I have spent months shopping around for a car that is luxurious, sporty, reliable, classy, a head turner, and has a low depreciation rate.I looked up BMW 3 series, Acura, Lexus, Infiniti, Audi and Mercedes Benz CLK. I came to the conclusion that the BMW 3 series is the one that met my entire criteria and exceeded the rest of the competition cars by miles. This car is a world class car and I am not saying that because I bought it, but because I shopped around smartly and took my time doing it. The performance is great, the looks speak for itself, the interior design is luxurious and very comfortable and the handling is superior. Worth the money. Must consider

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