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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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2010 BMW 3 20d EXECUTIVE TOURING 6 SP AUTOMATIC STEPTRONIC 2D COUPE

  • 105000 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Here's my BMW 320d E92 coupe, the least driven boasting a full electric sunroof, electric seats, and dual-zone climate control AC with rear vents. It has a complete service history since purchase and a range of extras: - LED Front DRLs - Carbon fiber side view mirrors - Carbon fiber rear spoiler - Carbon fiber interior inserts - front M3 bumper - Brand new Hussla limited edition staggered wheels with new tires - Brand new Brembo caliper covers - 25% tint all around Meticulously maintained, alwa

$16,000Negotiable
South Morang, VIC

16/04/2024

2007 Bmw E92 335i turbo 6cyl Coupe low KMs

  • 127500 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.0L

For sale or trade ** This E92 335i is a great example of a maintained, low KM N54 powered icon, with a heap of $$ already spent on recent maintenance and a couple of tasteful improvements to ensure it is ready to be enjoyed as is, or a fantastic base for anyone looking to do more serious power mods…many on the market will have much higher KM and likely also need maintenance straight away. These are already a quick and capable car, and I have only added a basic MHD stage one OTS tune to it. Ca

$15,990
Parkside, SA

13/04/2024

2007 BMW 325i E92 “ NEGOTIABLE” !!

  • 231361 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 2.5L

2007 BMW 325i E92 Selling due to upgrading, -Log book -2 keys -Bridgestone run flat tyres (front 50%and rear80%) -alternator and belt replaced (02/08/23) -starts drive, fully functional minor wear and tear for its age, few stone chips -2 months rego

$7,888Negotiable
Minto, NSW

12/04/2024

BMW E92 335i DCT w/High-Flow Turbos

  • 61000 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Manual
  • 6 cyl 3.0L

A very low mileage (61,000kms) 335i with all the fruit. N54 Twin Turbo engine, Dual-clutch 7speed (DCT) transmission, MSD81 ECU and Factory M-Sport package. Will come with a RWC and rego. *Performance upgrades* High flowed turbos (don’t know exact details, as this was done prior to my ownership) REMUS quad-tip exhaust muffler and custom mid pipes 5” aftermarket FMIC AFE intake airbox kit Catless downpipes Aluminium chargepipe Aftermarket BOV MHD Stage 2 ECU tune *Exterior* Rear quad-exhaust

$21,000
Narre Warren, VIC

11/04/2024

2004 BMW 3 20Ci 5 SP AUTOMATIC STEPTRONIC 2D COUPE

  • 228093 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 2.2L

One owner! Much loved vehicle with a meticulous service history , this coupe is still a joy to drive. It’s fast but has had a sedate life in the hands of a conservative driver. No accidents. The body work is good. There’s a ding or two sustained in car parks but nothing demanding attention. Interior generally good but also showing some age. Sun roof. BMW floor mats. Good tyres. Heaps of rego. Reliable attractive car and wonderfully responsive with that gutsy 6cyl engine. Selling well below mark

Negotiable
Bowral, NSW

08/04/2024

2007 BMW 3 23i 6 SP AUTOMATIC STEPTRONIC 2D COUPE

  • 170000 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 2.5L

Up for sale is this lovely BMW 323i. Drives like a dream, its absolute pleasure to drive. Has full service history and with the great N52 engine, this is a solid car. Also has a near new set of Pirelli tyres. There are a few dings and bits of faded interior as to be expected but nothing noticeable unless you look for it. Everything works perfectly and the drivetrain is A . Selling for a friend who moved overseas. Rego till Jan, RWC negotiable. Thanks for visiting this add. More photos avai

$8,999
Yarra Junction, VIC

06/04/2024

2003 BMW 325Ci 6 SP SMG 2D COUPE

  • 210000 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Manual
  • 6 cyl 2.5L

03 E46 325Ci SMG. NO SWAPS Had the car for bout 5-6 years im the 3 owner as i know off always been look after car presents well, brought new car so no need for this gem anymore my lose your gain! Shoot Me Text for more info an pics!! Has Rego No Rwc

$10,000Negotiable
Melbourne CBD, VIC

04/04/2024

1987 BMW E30 325i Sport

  • 93000 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Manual

1987 BMW E30 325i Sport 1 of 290 produced Genuine survivor as these are now very scarce, especially found in top condition. Rarer than M3 and most Alpina models. Original numbers matching example Lachssilber exterior Pacific Blau Sport Interior 93000 original miles. Full service history and log books. Will be delivered on it's original 15 inch euroweave wheels. BBS RS 003 wheels are an optional extra. Will come unregistered as it is on club permit registration. Can assist interstate buyers with

$90,000
Templestowe, VIC

31/03/2024

2008 BMW 3 25i 6 SP AUTOMATIC STEPTRONIC 2D COUPE

  • 110000 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 2.5L

Immaculate condition. 3rd owner. Maintenance log book. Serviced and maintained in Gspec. Have all invoices for repairs. Only 110000 km. No defects at all. NO SWAPS

$12,950
Perth, WA

31/03/2024

Bmw 3 25i 6 Sp Manual 2d Coupe

  • 245000 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Manual
  • 6 cyl 2.5L

Time to sell my Manual BMW E92 325i Owned the car for a little over 4 years, all modifications have been done during my ownership. There’s a couple minor car park scratches around the car happy to point them out during inspection.Have the stock wheels and suspension to go with the car if new owner desires. Serviced regularly and have complete log books. Spark plugs and coil packs replaced < 3000kms Oil/coolant exchange gasket replaced < 5000kms Vanos solenoids replaced <1000kms Modi

$13,500Negotiable
Peakhurst, NSW

30/03/2024

2002 BMW 3 330Ci 5 SP AUTOMATIC STEPTRONIC 2D COUPE

  • 254300 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.0L

UPGRADING TO A BIGGER CAR. The 2002 BMW 3 Series (254,300kms) is sporty in appearance and powerful in performance. Regularly serviced. It is smooth to drive. In very good condition compared to its age. Had it for 4 years Never been in an Accident Recently got these services done: New discs placed in front and back New Rocker cover oil seal kit Transmission service completed Rear diff service completed. All 4 new tyres Has a SPORTS MUFFLER installed (could give the original muffler) Registra

$12,000
Greenvale, VIC

29/03/2024

BMW E92 COUPE

  • 98600 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 2.5L

BMW 323i E92 2 Door Coupe LOW KMS ONLY DONE 98,600 -Sunroof -Black Metallic Sapphire colour -6 Cylinder, Automatic (Triptonic) -No Modifications done -Full Service History -Full leather inside -Well taken care of always -Always used 98 Premium fuel -2nd owner, 9 years - Radio works fine (pixels however dissapear after awhile, it's a fault on these models but I do have a new screen which I never got around to installing which you can have for free) -Registered till June 2024, just paid 3 months

$13,500
Mirrabooka, WA

28/03/2024

2007 BMW 3 25i 6 SP AUTOMATIC STEPTRONIC 2D COUPE

  • 187000 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 2.5L

2007 bmw e92 325i presents extremely well. This car is owned by a mechanic so it’s always serviced well and treated well. It has extractors, 10” subwoofer, under seat subwoofers, genuine bmw m3 style 359 rims, front and rear parking sensors always garage kept. Extremely fun and comfortable car to drive I’ve never had any problems with it. I will also swap and am negotiable on price

$10,500Negotiable
North Ipswich, QLD

28/03/2024

1995 BMW 328i E36 5 SP AUTOMATIC 2D COUPE

  • 301533 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 2.8L

Damage as in Photos. Modified as M3 but not an M3. I baught the car in 2000 BACK WINDOW BUBBLED, STEERING WHEEL COVER, FRONT SEATS RECOVERED, FRONT SHOKERS NEED REPLACING. OIL LEAKS. SOME WIRING PROBLEMS, CENTRAL LOCKING AND SPEDO READING LIGHT.

$7,000
Kyneton, VIC

23/03/2024

2008 BMW E92 335i N54

  • 204000 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.0L

2008 BMW 335i N54 E92 Car is currently not running, it presents two fault codes, one realtes to faulty vanos solenoid (i have 2 replacements) and crank angle sensor. As such the vehicle cranks and will fire but has a fluctuating idle. Selling it as I simply don't have the time to fix it. The car itself is in relatively good condition, body wise it could do with great detail. It is an individual model painted in midnight blue with a cream interior. It also currently has - downpipes - int

$9,500
Cranbourne North, VIC

21/03/2024

2001 BMW 325Ci m sport

  • 195 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 2.5L

2001 bmw 325ci M-sport e46 black on black interior is in very well kept condition with only minor wear on the lovely leather seats, some minor roof lining sag has begun to appear although I'll tend to this issue shortly and one small piece of plastic in the centre console has faded over time and now the hazard light button has "fallen" in. a very minor issue which could be fixed easily but im not willing to potentially break it further, ill send a picture upon request. the last issue is the dri

$7,800Negotiable
Adelaide CBD, SA

17/03/2024

BMW 318i

  • 225000 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.0L

Nice little Beemer. Body in VGC , motor runs and drives. Interior will need some tidying up. Bought it for my partner but she doesn't want it. This car will be a great car with some little care and attention. Selling as is , no reg or rwc.

$2,800Negotiable
Cavendish, VIC

29/01/2024

2004 Bmw 3 20ci 5 Sp 2d Coupe looking to sell or swap

  • 247000 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Manual
  • 6 cyl 2.2L

2004 BMW E46 320ci 243xxx kms on the car The car runs well and smoothly everything works mechanically Has a few small scratches and needs a bit of upholstery It has a rear muffler delete No rego Needs a battery to start Price is negotiable Message me if interested or have any questions Open to swaps send in offers See less

Swap/Trade
Epping, VIC

28/10/2022

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Overview of the BMW 3

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

SIMILAR MODELS TO BMW 3 SERIES

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.