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5 out of 5 stars

Love my Beamer baby!! =)

ShaQuan Stone, 06/26/2016
2005 BMW 3 Series 325xi AWD 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
8 of 11 people found this review helpful

So far Ive had my car for almost 3 months I have driven a few other cars but the driving of a Bmw omg! This car flies and it feels like youre gliding very good on gas $35 to fill the tank drop top roof and heated leather seats

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4.88 out of 5 stars

325 Pleasure

mchaplin, 10/02/2004
2005 BMW 3 Series 325i Rwd 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful

Love my 325i. Didn't spring for leather, not at all disappointed with leatherette. Handsome car, not at all skimpy. If you drive a standard there is plenty of power with the 2.5 engine. My only disappointment is with the 5 speed manual transmission. Wish that there was an overdrive to reduce the revs on highway driving. Also find the shift from 2nd to 3rd very squishy.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Unbeatable package!

BimmerNuts, 06/20/2006
2005 BMW 3 Series 325i Rwd 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful

You will not find a similar package of handling, power, space, luxury and economy. Yes, it's not a drag racer, not a 48" TV hauler, not a Cadillac, not an ultra luxurious butt massage machine and not a 50mpg machine - BUT it's an extremely well executed compromise of all of the above that no other car I've driven or owned car copy. Read reviews of all competitors and you will find that they all compare with BMW 3-series - it's not a coincidence.

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5 out of 5 stars

Always the Ultimate Driving Machine

Sean, 07/14/2008
2005 BMW 3 Series 325i Rwd 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I have been a BMW owner for many years and will only ever buy myself a BMW. My 2005 325i with the sport package is the best one to date. I had a 1990 325i and loved that car but this is a true joy to drive. I bought my 325i new and have had no issues with it, she has been very reliable and kept me happy on many road trip. The power and balance are perfect for a car like this, its fun but not so much to get you into trouble. I am very complimentary of my car and will be sad to see her go next year when I take delivery of the new V8 M3 Coupe!

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Ultimate Driving Machine!!!

gary, 05/25/2005
2005 BMW 3 Series 330i Rwd 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Amazing vehicle! Consider the M Performance Pkg., extra horsepower, plus M3 handling pkg in a 4-door. BIG wheels and tires, firm sport suspension and HUGE brakes makes this a true driver's machine. Haven't had this much fun in years!!! Also, the standard stereo is awful, so consider an upgrade (although the high-end stereo is standard in 2006). Yes, the new 2006 is a great car, but if you can find a "leftover" 2005 with the M Sport or M Performance package, don't miss it!!!

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