ADVERTISEMENT
Sort

Filter & Refine

View Layout

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.
BMW3Silver or ChromeIs your car registered?: YesPPSR Vehicle Report: YesClear all

2018 BMW 3 30i TOURING SPORT LINE 8 SP AUTOMATIC 4D WAGON

$35,000
Highfields, NSW

5 hours ago

1993 BMW E36 320i 5SP MANUAL 4D SEDAN

  • 320000 km
  • Sedan
  • Manual
  • 6 cyl 2.0L

For sale is a 1993 BMW E36 320i. The vehicle is fitted with an M50B20TU 6 cylinder engine and a factory five speed manual gearbox, and reproduction 17" BMW 24 style wheels. The vehicle has recently received a major service, including: - New windscreen. - Bridgestone RE003 tyres fitted to all four wheels. - New idle control valve. - New power steering rack. - Valve cover, gaskets, spark plugs and perishable rubber hoses. - Brake system flush and refresh. Vehicle has full Victorian registratio

$9,500
Wodonga, VIC

25/04/2024

2007 BMW 3 23i TOURING 6 SP AUTOMATIC STEPTRONIC 4D WAGON

  • 143000 km
  • Wagon
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 2.5L

Fantastic car... low kms !!! no accidents. Wagon which is hard to find. Very safe and mechanically sound and have service history Comes with RWC must inspect wont disappoint

$9,500Negotiable
Cape Woolamai, VIC

24/04/2024

2007 BMW 335i 6 SP MANUAL 2D CONVERTIBLE

  • 133000 km
  • Convertible
  • Manual
  • 6 cyl 3.0L

Modern Classic… 6 speed Manual 2007 335i E93 in beautiful condition. Un-modified. 2 door with retractable hard top, these still look amazing even today. There are only a handful of these manuals in Australia. Straight 6 cyl twin turbo. 225kw and 400Nm it sounds pretty awesome. It has Hands free phone controls, play your music via bluetooth, plus cruise control. New clutch and pressure plate assy at a cost of $5500 two months ago. Some call these the last of the analogue BMWs, before electronic

$26,500Negotiable
Ascot, WA

24/04/2024

2008 BMW 325i 6 SP 4D SEDAN

  • 182562 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 2.5L

Well looked after. Key less entry, navigation, parking sensors , sunroof , Black leather Just serviced ! New rocker cover and gaskets , oil leak from sump gasket fixed !! Please call me if you are interested to view I'm not able to respond to emails.

$8,500
Jandakot, WA

23/04/2024

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

  • 197000 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 2.5L

Our 2007 BMW e92 323i is up for sale.. Reason for selling is my wife needs a bigger car now as this is getting too small for our family… Always serviced on time, well looked after. -A Lot of money has been spent to make it look and sound good. -New wheels -Full body kit -Upgrade rotors front and back -Upgraded Pioneer head unit -Custom steering wheel which is Marble Carbon fibre -Carbon fibre boot lip Just some of the things that have been done. There is a lot more to this car, if you would li

Negotiable
West Bendigo, VIC

22/04/2024

2002 BMW 318i 5 SP AUTOMATIC STEPTRONIC low km Apple/Android

  • 144701 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Very low KMs. Nice black leather interior, good condition. Exterior shiny. Sunroof. Aircon isn't cooling - needs regas/service. Selling for my son. Urgent sale. Cash/transfer only no payment schedules. No offers unless you have seen the car in person. Battery only 6 months old. No accidents or modifications. CarPlay/Android Auto head unit.

$4,550
Wanneroo, WA

21/04/2024

2009 BMW 325i E93 M Sport Auto convertible LOW KM

  • 86000 km
  • Convertible
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 2.5L

Up for very reluctant sale is my 2009 E93 hard top M Sport convertible. I've owned it for a year and enjoyed every minute behind the wheel but sadly doesn't suit the lifestyle now. I've spent quite a lot on it in the last year upgrading it with tasteful modifications and bringing it back to its former glory with new OEM parts. Genuine 86,000km. In the last year alone I've done: - Washer pump replacement - Interior trim plastics, switches and pockets replaced so scratch free now - wheel restora

$20,000
Lonsdale, SA

21/04/2024

2000 BMW 3 30Ci 5 SP AUTOMATIC STEPTRONIC 2D CONVERTIBLE

$13,250Negotiable
Gulfview Heights, SA

21/04/2024

2004 BMW 3 25Ci 5 SP AUTOMATIC STEPTRONIC 2D COUPE

  • 158800 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 2.5L

BMW 325CI Coupe 2004 Genuine 158,800km Registration expires on the 28th of May 2024. All services including major ones (filters, spark plugs, coolant) have taken place. Full service history logbooks and 2 keys. Suspension is in perfect condition no play whatsoever. No oil leaks New Michelin pilot sport tires New battery Apple play with reverse camera No lowball offers please

$10,200Negotiable
Parramatta, NSW

20/04/2024

2005 BMW 3 25i 6 SP AUTOMATIC STEPTRONIC 4D SEDAN

  • 193000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 2.5L

2005 series3 325i Msport BMW. e90 In great condition inside and out. Well maintained with full service books history. Registered, new windscreen, all msport features with 6spd auto and 6cyl petrol engine. Full leather interior, sun roof, etc. This model is popular for is reliablity and features. Very sporty and comfortable to drive. Only selling due to upgrade.

$7,000
Traralgon, VIC

09/04/2024

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

2005 BMW 3 18i 5 SP AUTOMATIC STEPTRONIC 4D SEDAN

  • 229000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

BMW 318i 2005 MODEL in Very Good Condition. (Smoke Free) Family owned Car - Just Drive New battery with warranty New tyres Fitted New After Market oil Cooler fitted. New After Market Radiator fitted. SUNROOF Good working Air condition working Perfect. Regularly, serviced over 2 months Rego. Clean car with good condition interior and exterior. 1 Car Key

$4,700Negotiable
Marsden Park, NSW

07/04/2024

2001 BMW 3 30Ci 5 SP AUTOMATIC STEPTRONIC 2D CONVERTIBLE

  • 134000 km
  • Convertible
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.0L

Very clean Bought for my sister she doesn’t like it or want it Very low kms No leaks no issues Straight 6 3.0 litre engine Minor cosmetics Tyres are good Rego until may Negotiable

$7,999Negotiable
West Pennant Hills, NSW

06/04/2024

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

2001 BMW 3 18i 5 SP AUTOMATIC STEPTRONIC 4D SEDAN

  • 187000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

•Low Kms For It’s Age •Very Good Condition •Great On Fuel •Presents Well •Aircon/Heating Works Great •Smooth and Enjoyable To Drive

$6,500Negotiable
Mildura Centre, VIC

29/03/2024

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

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

  • 148000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Car is in good condition, runs quiet and smooth, got very low kilometers and no engine lights on, needs some small works to be done, 1. sunroof does not work 2. Sterio display goes on and off 3. Boot opens from key only and rear windscreen fog does not work 4. Small scratches and dents around as by age but not visible from far 5. All Parelli tires around 80% thread on (2 run flat tires) 6. $6000 ONO. Thanks.

$5,000Negotiable
Mount Druitt, NSW

15/03/2024

2005 BMW 320i: A Driving Experience Like No Other

  • 180000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

If ad is still up, then still for sale. Experience driving excellence with the 2005 BMW 3 20i, made before the exporting of BMW engineers from Germany. This ensures that this vehicle was manufactured to the highest quality standards. This sophisticated 4-door sedan, previously used as a training vehicle for a girl, has a couple of small blemishes, but is still in great condition. Equipped with a 2.0L engine and a smooth 6-speed automatic Steptronic transmission, the sleek design and premium fe

$5,300Negotiable
Perth, WA

29/01/2023

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.