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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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2009 BMW 3 20d EXECUTIVE 6 SP AUTOMATIC STEPTRONIC 4D SEDAN

  • 181100 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Car is in great condition with leather interiors. Always looked after Beloved family car.Comes with RWC. Just completed major service. New Rotors , near new Battery and tyres. Selling due to upgrading to more suitable work car.

$13,499
Priestdale, QLD

8 hours ago

BMW 3 18is 1997 AUTO, FEB REGO $3990

  • 285100 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.9L

SPORTY AND COLLECTABLE BMW THATS ALSO OK AS A DAILY DRIVER FOR ONLY $3990 THE BMW HAS ALL ORIGINAL BOOKS AND BEING AN IS EDITION HAS THE UPGRADE 16 VALVE MOTOR, LEATHER INERIOR AND POWER SUNROOF BMW ALSO HAS DUAL AIRBAG PACKAGE

$3,990
Mile End, SA

9 hours ago

2006 BMW 3 20i 6 SP AUTO 1 OWNER 114KS SEPT REGO

  • 114205 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

BMW 320i 2.0 ltr 4 cylinder 6 speed Automatic Only 114,205 km with log books 7/9/2024 Registration Unmarked Leather interior Power Steering/windows/lights/windscreen wipers Air bags/ABS Multi Function Steering Wheel Trip Computer Climate Control/Air Conditioner Alloy Wheels with new Pirelli tyres Cruise control Fog lights Tinted windows. 2 remote controls Central locking. Radio/CD stereo player. Very tidy vehicle, never in any accidents or kids or pets or smokers etc.

$6,790
Booker Bay, NSW

11 hours ago

2019 BMW 3 20i 8 SP AUTO STEPTRONIC SPRT 4D SEDAN

  • 56846 km
  • Sedan
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Model-G20-3 series Sedan 320i RHD Colour-Mineral white metallic Trim- black leather Production date -18sep 2019 Comp date -2020

$47,500
Cranbourne North, VIC

19 hours ago

2013 BMW 320i MINT condition

  • 85000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2014 BMW 320i in Gunmetal Grey. Rego until Jan 2025, recently serviced with new brake pads and rotors. - Single owner, non-smoker - Excellent mechanical and cosmetic condition with full service history - Sunroof - Xenon headlights - GPS/Satellite Navigation - DAB digital radio - Parktronic sensors - Alloy wheels

$23,800
Point Cook, VIC

Yesterday

2011 BMW 3 20d MSPORT LIFESTYLE 6 SP AUTOMATIC STEPTRONIC 4D SEDAN

  • 277000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

0nly 2 owners, September 2011 build 320D Turbo which is in excellent condition. This Lifestyle vehicle has the MSport option pack fitted. The car has legendary fuel economy 5.3L per 100km. Selling due to purchase of SUV. Full log books included, Regularly serviced and all necessary maintenance and updates carried out. Timing chains, gears, guides and tensioners replaced approx 20K ago as preventative maintenance. The 2.0 turbo diesel displays great fuel economy but also has great performance w

$9,490
Rosetta, TAS

12/05/2024

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

$4,500
Munno Para, SA

12/05/2024

BMW 328I Luxury Edition Sedan

  • 134000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

BMW 328I MY12 Luxury Edition One owner since new! Full BMW Service History! Folder & all Bmw books inc. Brilliant car to drive Pirelli Cinturato Tyres Low kms Owned by my elderly father who just upgraded Great original tidy example Paddle shifters /Idrive Comfort Access Sunroof Sat Nav etc Has been detailed for sale. Located Doonan / Noosa Area Suit Mercedes benz Audi Porsche Vw Volvo

$17,500
Doonan, QLD

12/05/2024

2012 BMW 3 28i 8 SP AUTOMATIC 4D SEDAN

  • 94000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2012 BMW 3281 recently serviced and all new tires car is in great condition Serviced On 28/2/24 New tires 28/2/24

$21,000
Buderim, QLD

11/05/2024

2005 BMW 3 20i 6 SP AUTOMATIC STEPTRONIC 4D SEDAN

  • 244948 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

This car is in good condition aesthetically but needs work under the bonnet (Head, transmission and radiator) . Body has few blemishes. Paintwork is in good condition (some weathering on bonnet and roof). Interior is in very good condition. If you are mechanically minded, this car will give you a lot of pleasure with a little work and some TLC.High odometer reading is because it was a country car (warm miles vs stop/start city driving) Last long run... Drove Mackay to Cairns (735 K's). From a

$2,000
Manoora, QLD

11/05/2024

2007 BMW 3 20i 6 SP AUTOMATIC STEPTRONIC 4D SEDAN

  • 232696 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2007 BMW 320I E90 EXECUTIVE STEPTRONIC AUTOMATIC SEDAN GOOD CONDITION. NO RWC. REGO UNTIL 6 MAY 2025. $6500 O.N.O. (PRICE NEGOTIABLE) Central locking. Keyless entry. Start button. Air-conditioning/heating. CD player. Bluetooth. BMW Max wheels.

$6,500
Croydon South, VIC

10/05/2024

2007 BMW 3 20i 6 SP AUTOMATIC STEPTRONIC 4D SEDAN

  • 105000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Well maintained bmw Very low kms only 105k kms Mechanically perfect Exterior fair Interior like new 2 keys Tyres are near new Wheels are sport 18inchs Very clean car 1 month rego left Negotiable

$6,900
West Pennant Hills, NSW

10/05/2024

1998 BMW 3 18i 5 SP MANUAL 4D SEDAN

  • 130000 km
  • Sedan
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.9L

1998 BMW top off the range for its year . This car is absolutely immaculate interior is like brand new and has only done 130, 000 klms. Cannot fault the car Mechanically.

$7,000
Adelaide CBD, SA

09/05/2024

2014 Bmw 3 16i 8 Sp Automatic 4d Sedan

  • 135800 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.6L

2014 BMW 316i SPORT MODEL FOR SALE, travelled only 130750 km,fully serviced on time always.no mechanically issue,any inspection welcome .6 months regi

$13,500
Blacktown, NSW

09/05/2024

2006 BMW 320i M-Sport

  • 243901 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

08/2006 comp Great condition Full service history with service books. mechanically In perfect condition anything that was required.its done since owned. sports mode 243,001 km Lowered Electric Sunroof Electric lumber supported seat Upgraded stereo system with apple carplay and android (see photos Car is just sitting in drive way does not get driven much anymore

$7,600
Beldon, WA

09/05/2024

2014 BMW 320D M Sport - Full Service History

  • 150000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Great condition and beautiful to drive. Selling as I am moving overseas. Features: - M Sport - Diesel - Sun roof - Full service history - Serviced every 6 months. - Brake pads, discs and sensors replaced April 2023 - Tyres under 1 year old (thank NSW pot holes) - New battery 2 years ago - 6 months rego - Driven gently No I will not give you my email. Thanks

$22,000
Hunters Hill, NSW

09/05/2024

2006 BMW 3 20i 6 SP AUTOMATIC STEPTRONIC 4D SEDAN

  • 187050 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2006 BMW 320i MSPORT -Only 187050 km -Mechanical Very good -Full Service History -Comes With RWC -Tinted windows -Mint condition -Welcome to test driveā€¦

$7,999
Braeside, VIC

08/05/2024

2012 BMW 3 28i 8 SP AUTOMATIC 4D SEDAN

  • 106000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

BMW 328i luxury in auto 2.0L turbo and economical. leather seats, sunroof, sat nav and more. fresh set of tyres service history by BMW auto classics.

$17,500
Beechboro, WA

08/05/2024

2014 BMW 3 28i LUXURY LINE 8 SP AUTOMATIC 4D SEDAN

$22,000
Moana, SA

08/05/2024

2004 BMW 3 18i 5 SP AUTOMATIC STEPTRONIC 4D SEDAN

  • 220000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2004 BMW E46 318i Great condition and drives beautifully Presents well inside and out No issues Low 222,000 kms for age Factory optional onboard computer with LCD display / drive data / analog TV tuner / folding screen CD player Good on fuel, great first car or daily driver. Selling due to needing a bigger car.

$5,500
Canning Vale, WA

07/05/2024

2012 BMW 3 28i 8 SP AUTOMATIC 4D SEDAN

  • 110000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Work car, 2 new rear run flat tyres, service has been done, 12 months Rego expires in 13/05/2024. Ready to pick up .

$18,800
Winston Hills, NSW

07/05/2024

2008 BMW 320i EXECUTIVE 6 SP AUTOMATIC STEPTRONIC 4D SEDAN

  • 122000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Selling BMW 320i 2008 rego till July 2024. Blown head gasket Selling cheap

$4,000
Peakhurst, NSW

07/05/2024

2009 BMW 3 20d EXECUTIVE 6 SP AUTOMATIC STEPTRONIC 4D SEDAN

  • 224143 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Excellent Diesel BMW. very reliable and very economical-around 6l/100km around town. Selling below market price because I have a new ute and need deposit for house. (genuine sale) Major service completed including new seals. new suspension all round. leather in excellent condition. As NEW tyres (about 1000km). New taillights and headlights. RWC current. No damage No accidents nonsmoker. please text or call. thanks for looking. can be viewed at Springfield Lakes.

$6,500
Ipswich Region, QLD

04/05/2024

2013 BMW 3 28i 8 SP AUTOMATIC 4D SEDAN

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

BMW 328I M Sport has only 151,000kms. Serviced every 10,000kms. Recently been serviced. Drives great. Has many features such as satellite navigation, bluetooth connectivity, dual climate control, cruise control, electric seats, electric sunroof, Harmon/kardon system, tinted windows and more. Selling due to bought the newer model.

$16,500
Prestons, NSW

04/05/2024

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.