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4.88 out of 5 stars

Above expectations

ShortyLove, 11/28/2004
2005 BMW 3 Series 330xi AWD 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful

I have been contemplating buying a BMW for over seven years. I am glad tht I waited. I wanted a vehicle that had performance but I live in the snow belt. I need something so that I can get to work on time. BMW answered my prayers with the 330XI. I have a vehicle that I can drive all year long. This vehicle is just right for me. This vehicle has speed, power, smoothness, and looks. I was thinking about adding some Dinan modifications to it. At this point, I do not think that I need them. I thought at first that I would need more power because I was going from a Chevy truck with a V8. I do not miss the torque of my truck at all.

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4 out of 5 stars

Fun first car

Brandon, 03/20/2016
2005 BMW 3 Series 325xi AWD 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful

My 05 325xi auto runs like a champ! 176k on the odometer mainly highway miles by the previous owner. It was purchased with 171k. I am the second owner and the exterior is beautiful, interior is a little worn but expected of an 11 year old car. Performance wise it gets up and goes at peak power but nothing crazy. I have a tendency to let that inline 6 scream. Overall great car! I've owned for a year with minimal cost of maintenance except typical breaks, fluids, etc. does leak oil but is typical from this generation.

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5 out of 5 stars

I love this car

Suellen, 10/11/2018
2005 BMW 3 Series 330i Rwd 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

Have owned it since 2005. Love this car!

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4 out of 5 stars

Blast to drive but tons of problems

ross, 12/27/2009
2005 BMW 3 Series 325i Rwd 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

This car is a blast to drive but I have had numerous problems. 45k headliner began sagging 47k both front door window cables had to be replaced 50k rear doors began leaking rainwater (vapor barrier) 70k hood mounted logo fell off 72k oil sending unit replaced 73k o2 sensor replaced.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Love at first drive

masdriver, 08/26/2008
2005 BMW 3 Series 330xi AWD 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

I have wanted a BMW for a long time and I finally got rid of my old car and bought a certified pre-owned 2005 330xi. I could not be happier. I was driving a Subaru and (as expected) the experience is completely different. The ride is smooth but I have complete control, the gas mileage is solid but it has plenty of power, and, despite the reviews, I am very pleased with the Harmon Kardon sound system. Now I just have to quit my job so I can spend all day driving!

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