Used 2006 BMW 3 Series 325i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M) Consumer Reviews
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Not as expected
Charles, 03/09/2006
BMW 3 Series 325i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Owned a '93 325i. this is my 2nd 325i. I am so disappointed. stereo sound quality is substandard, acceleration is poor, transmission screams noisy "whirr" sound (done intentionally by BMW), shifting D to SD is awkard, front cupholder spoils liquid onto stereo and shift gears, not iPod-ready, combo computer-stereo display is hard to reach and adjust, center dashboard casts a large distracting shadow while driving under blazing sun, various warning signals come on and off by itself, car jerks during quick stops (BMW says it's normal), little storage space, window switches are too far front. Sadly, after 5mo, there is nothing I can brag about as a owner. I regret it.
Worse BMW I've ever owned
Randy, Wilson, NC, 12/15/2015
updated 12/17/2018
BMW 3 Series 325i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
11 of 16 people found this review helpful
I have owned 4 BMW and was pretty pleased by all. 3 including this one was bought new. This model is horrible. Have to remove bumper to replace a headlight. Awkward to reach power window controls unless you have 5' arms. Electronics is a nightmare! Leaks water rear foot, and has never been in accident. Paint flaked off roof rails. Worse of all is the quality of the interior trim. It is made of WHITE cheap plastic that is painted interior color. Every time you scratch anything that is painted, Door panels, steering wheel etc., the cheap white plastic shows through. Should have been molded in SOLID color plastic. Also ALL 4 door handles have been sticking since 50,000 miles. Horrible craftsmanship and design. CHEAP, CHEAP, CHAEAP. Will never own another.
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New 3 Series Good Looks Hard to Live With
Bryan Banks, 12/29/2006
BMW 3 Series 325i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
The new 3 Series handles great, the engine and trans. are excellent. There are several design flaws. First it is hard to get into and out of because of the location of the B pillar and the lower seat height. Starting and turning off the car is a a three step process that just isn't natural. Visibility is poor when trying to look back.The cup holders in the front are located very poorly and will spill. The speed control is poorly located under the turn signal.The turn signal is a two stage process, it will have you trying to turn off and signalling the wrong way. Brakes grab. The sunvisor hits your head if turning it to the side. The radio is unreadable with sun glasses on. Traded it in.
Glad I bought it
James, 06/07/2010
BMW 3 Series 325i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought my 325i as credit union repo. We got it well under what dealers where asking for the same car. It's a blast to drive and fuel economy is good. The drawbacks are the run flat tires they are very noisy and ride rough. I put new tires on it (non run flat) and made a world of difference in handling and ride noise. yes the cup holders are a bit quirky. Overall a great purchase.
Fun to drive - horrible electric problem
Carrie, 07/10/2006
BMW 3 Series 325i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I've had to have the entire electrical system replaced twice now in 9 months. Because of the electrical system meltdown I lost the ability to use lights, windshield wipers and turn signals among other things. Average time to replace is 1 week. As a result, I have major concerns about the reliability of this car. Drives great, but I'm not sure it is worth the constant headache.