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BMW 3 SERIES Used Car Review

The 3 Series is German car maker BMW's signature model - a compact luxury passenger car that has existed in multiple generations since its 1975 debut. Since 2014, the 3 Series name has applied to sedan and wagon body styles only, with coupe and convertible models adopting the 4 Series nomenclature. The 3 Series has long been considered one of the most entertaining cars to drive in its class, and the flagship M3 performance variant is especially famous.

Pros

Cons

  • Entertaining to drive with beautiful handling
  • Fuel efficiency consistently excellent, and often class-leading
  • Superb performance of six-cylinder engines
  • Good build quality
  • Run-flat tyres (introduced in 2007 in lieu of a spare wheel) bring a firmer ride
  • Four-cylinder turbos replaced brand's famous six-cylinders in performance but not sound
  • Adaptive suspension (optional on many models) needed for best ride quality
  • Interior presentation has generally lagged behind rival Audi A4
This is general information and should not be relied on as purchasing advice.
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Top2003 BMW 3 Series E46 MY2002 318i Steptronic Silver 5 Speed Sports Automatic Sedan

  • 180117 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2003 BMW 3 Series E46 MY2002 318i Steptronic Silver 5 Speed Sports Automatic Sedan

$6,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Minchinbury, NSW

Dealer used
6 hours ago

Top2000 BMW 318i E46 318i Silver 4 Speed Automatic Sedan

  • 179400 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.9L

**APRIL WARRANTY PROMOTION ** 5 YEAR UNLIMITED KILOMETRES WARRANTY INCLUDED ON THIS VEHICLE** - Service history and books - Multi function steering wheel - Leather interior - Interstate transport available - Automatic transmission - Onsite Finance available Our Premium showroom located in Fairfield only 8 kilometers outside the Melbourne CBD. Interested parties are encouraged to enquire to discuss your personalise appointment to visit our showroom or virtual tour of your interested vehicl

$6,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Fairfield, VIC

Dealer used
Yesterday

2003 BMW 3 Series E46 MY2002 318i Steptronic Silver 5 Speed Sports Automatic Sedan

  • 180117 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2003 BMW 3 Series E46 MY2002 318i Steptronic Silver 5 Speed Sports Automatic Sedan

$6,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Minchinbury, NSW

Dealer used
6 hours ago

2000 BMW 318i E46 318i Silver 4 Speed Automatic Sedan

  • 179400 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.9L

**APRIL WARRANTY PROMOTION ** 5 YEAR UNLIMITED KILOMETRES WARRANTY INCLUDED ON THIS VEHICLE** - Service history and books - Multi function steering wheel - Leather interior - Interstate transport available - Automatic transmission - Onsite Finance available Our Premium showroom located in Fairfield only 8 kilometers outside the Melbourne CBD. Interested parties are encouraged to enquire to discuss your personalise appointment to visit our showroom or virtual tour of your interested vehicl

$6,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Fairfield, VIC

Dealer used
Yesterday

1998 BMW 318i E46 Black 5 Speed Manual Sedan

  • 257568 km
  • Sedan
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.9L

1998 BMW 318i, powered by a 1.9 litre 4 cylinder with a 5 speed manual gearbox. This vehicle was purchased from the seconded owner whom owned it for the last 20 years. He had fully replaced quite a lot of parts etc from the engine bay to the underside. There is a story with this BMW 318i which we are happy to answer any questions etc that you may have. A test drive is a must on this BMW 318i to appreciate the work that has been carried out throughout the vehicle. This vehicle has service h

$11,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Batemans Bay, NSW

Dealer used
01/05/2024

2004 BMW 318i M Series E46 (leather seats) 5 Speed Automatic Sedan Low Kms

  • 160000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2004 BMW 318i M Series E46 (leather seats) 5 Speed Automatic Sedan Low Kms Power steering, power mirrors, power windows, central locking, SRS airbags , aircon, CD player, sunroof , leather seats , good tyres, alloy wheels , car drives good, both in and out in good condition , all inspections welcome please no time wasters

$5,990 Drive Away^
Liverpool, NSW

Dealer used
01/05/2024

2004 BMW 3 Series 318i E46 Black Automatic Sedan

  • 241630 km
  • Other
  • Auto

*******BMW SEDAN***** *318i Model * Auto * Alloys * Air Con * Electrics * Cruise Control * Plus More * Cheap European Vehicle * Be Quick!! 1. All our cars are mechanically checked by an independent mechanic before we put them up for sale. 2. Our cars can be viewed and taken for a test drive before you buy, unlike an auction. 3. Our cars come with a Roadworthy Certificate from an independent mechanic. 4. We accept trade ins!! This saves you from going through the hassle of selling your car.

$5,999 Excl. Gov. Charges
Ringwood, VIC

Dealer used
01/05/2024

1999 BMW 318i 4 Sp Automatic 4d Sedan

  • 198457 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.9L

BMW 318i E46 1.9L M43 B19 TU SOHC 8v MPFI 4cyl 87kW 4sp Auto 4dr Sedan RWD 1999 2 New front tyres New battery

$5,500Negotiable
Campbelltown, NSW

08/04/2024

2002 BMW 3 18i 5 SP AUTOMATIC STEPTRONIC 4D SEDAN

  • 227700 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Selling BMW 2002 318i e46 N42 Automatic Sedan.Titansilver with Black Leather Interior and Brown Off-Set Trim. 1st Engine from Previous Owner Failed At 193,955 kms and 2nd Long Motor Installed By Euro’s (Cavan) at a Cost of $2838:00 17th May, 2019. The Recorded Kms apron Installation was 119,855kms. So Technically now the Odometer is 154,00kms based on 2nd Engine Accumulation since 2019. Have Documents for Supply And Fit . This Engine is Externally Dry, Responsive and Fully Serviced. Cooling Sys

$6,300Negotiable
Noarlunga Downs, SA

23/03/2024

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Overview of the BMW 3

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Overview of the BMW 3

The 3 Series is German car maker BMW's signature model - a compact luxury passenger car that has existed in multiple generations since its 1975 debut.

Since 2014, the 3 Series name has applied to sedan and wagon body styles only, with coupe and convertible models adopting the 4 Series nomenclature.

The 3 Series has long been considered one of the most entertaining cars to drive in its class, and the flagship M3 performance variant is especially famous.

BMW 3 SERIES GENERATIONS (SINCE 1998)

1998-2006

2007-2012

2012-present

RUNNING COSTS

Fuel Consumption

2.0-litre 4-cylinder turbo petrol: 5.4-6.7 litres per 100km

2.0L 4-cylinder turbo diesel: 4.4-5.3 litres per 100km

3.0-litre 6-cylinder turbo petrol: 6.8-7.2 litres per 100km

3.0-litre 6-cylinder turbo diesel: 6.2-6.4 litres per 100km

Hybrid 2.1 litres per 100km

= Highly economical.

= Good economy.

= Average fuel use.

= Heavy consumption.

Servicing

A servicing package covering five years or 80,000km, whichever comes first, currently costs $1495. BMW 3 Series parts and equipment can be found on Gumtree.

SIMILAR MODELS TO BMW 3 SERIES

Audi A4

Jaguar XE

Lexus IS

Mercedes-Benz C-Class

WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR: BMW 3 SERIES

As with any high-end European car, don't go near a 3-Series that doesn't have a fully stamped service history.

Biggest potential grief comes from variable valve-timing system (VANOS, in BMW-speak) which can fail due to internal leaks within the hydraulic circuitry. Some six-cylinder 3-Series were even recalled to fix this.

Beyond a leak, VANOS can fail through a lack of oil changes as dirt and grit blocks the tiny oilways that operate the system. If it fails, it can cost thousands to fix and the car won't be right without it.

Any 3-Series showing a 'check-engine' light on the dash is cause for concern.

Some early cars from this series had a brake booster that could fail, leaving the car with brakes but no assistance, requiring the driver to press harder on the brake pedal.

Again, this was the subject of a recall, so check that it's been done on affected cars.