... A newer one from a main BMW dealer wlll of course cost a lot more. The BMW warranties when buying from a dealer are bullet proof, just the same as the first year new car warranty, so well worth the piece of mind.
I could go on, and on - drive one and you will see what I mean. - Great ... Read review
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Advantages: Fast, silky engine, good looks. Disadvantages: Expensive to buy, boot could be bigger
...newer one from a main BMW dealer wlll of course cost a lot more. The BMW warranties when buying from a dealer are bullet proof, just the same as the first year new car warranty, so well worth the piece of mind.
I could go on, and on - drive one and you will see what I mean. - Great - Not the ultimate, but great never the less. ... more
I have a 52 plate 330CI which I have had from new. It's approaching it's 7th birthday, and in my opinion is a supurb machine. There was a few nigging faults when it was new, with the windows, quite a common problem, and the central locking has a fit every now and again. It has been through a couple of coil packs too, but they are quite cheap to replace.
Enough of the negative points, this car drives like a dream, fast, and responsive when you want. Plenty fast enough to have your partner shouting in your ear to slow down, when you see some open road, but a quiet comfortable cruiser on long motorway runs. It is pretty fuel efficient too. I often get mid 30's MPG on the motorway, and mid 20's around town. Lets not forget this is a 3 litre in-line 6 cylinder engine with 231 BHP and 300 NM torque, so if you are heavy with your right foot you will certainly scoff fuel, and leave large amounts of rubber on the road.
The SE specification car is identical to the sport underneath, (sport spec if just cosmetic) but is a bit softer mainly due to 17" wheels. I have updraded these to the MV1 Sport wheels which have hardened the ride, but increased the grip considerably, which I would reccommend.
Servicing is not as expensive as the brand would suggest. The variable service indication allows 15,500 or 2 years whichever is sooner. It does adjust to differing driving styles, and if you drive with too much spirit too often, which I did at the beginning, it needed a service at around 10-12,000 which I thought was pretty excellent. I have to also mention the quality of this machine. For example my car has covered 35,000 miles and is still on the original discs and pads on the front (due to be changed soon). That's a lot of driving!
The main dealers are much beter than they used to be, and get a quote from a couple before you book. Any car over 4 years old should get a 10% discount on servicing. The 330CI should cost in my experience around £150 for a basic oil service, Then around £200 for an Inspection one, then it would have another oil service, then the big one the Inspection Two which is the major service at around £300. The brake fluid needs changing every two years costing around £90.
I know people with Mercedes and Audis who pay far greater sums for some inferior vehicles in comparison to the 330.
To sum up a great car, and if you can get hold of an older low milage vehicle fantastic value for money. A good one from a dealer should only set you back around £8,000, which is amazing for a car which costs over £30,000 new. A newer one from a main BMW dealer wlll of course cost a lot more. The BMW warranties when buying from a dealer are bullet proof, just the same as the first year new car warranty, so well worth the piece of mind.
I could go on, and on - drive one and you will see what I mean. - Great - Not the ultimate, but great never the less.
Advantages: smooth ride, excellent road handling, effortless pace Disadvantages: could have a bit more power
...miles and bought from a BMW dealer costing £19,000 approximately a year ago. There were others that were cheaper but not from an actual BMW dealer and to be honest the service we receieved from the dealer was very good (Scothalls of Southampton). Ours came with the M sport pack which means you get full leather interior, m sport gear lever and steering wheel. Externally you get side skirts a boot lip spoiler a more aggresive front grill and 18inch ... ...a pain in the bottom to clean!!!!!!!!!! Saftey is a prime with numerous air bags, abs, traction control to name but a few. Its at this point that I have to tell you my own issues with the traction control. I personally think it kicks in too soon and cuts the power immediately meaning that if the road is slightly greasey and your trying to nip out of a road into traffic you could be in for some serious kangarooing. You can of course turn this off ...
blacksta 10.10.2006
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Advantages: One word, German. Disadvantages: Thirsty and not for the faint hearted, also, damned expensive!!!!!!
Agile, powerful and refined, the BMW 3 Series Coupe is an irresistible blend of pure excitement and sophisticated technology. Its powerful engine and superbly balanced chassis deliver a driving experience that will make any other on the road car seem small and insignificant. The main reason why I bought this car was because I wanted something that would be reliable. Something that would last, and that I could pass on to future generations of my family. ... ...old there is the whole BMW history behind it. From the first 3series until now, these cars have always been reliable, mainly because they are built and engineered in Germany. With this history behind them, it makes the 3Series one of the most reliable cars I have owned (and others will most definitely agree.
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Ok, this car isn’t the largest in the world. The entire length is 4.48metres, and the width is only 1.75metres. There is plenty of ...
mj0541 15.02.2005
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...a few like minded mates. BMW dealer servicing is high quality, but seriously overpriced. I'm considering using an independent from now on, especially as one has set up recently in my area run by the same BMW technician who actually did the last main dealer service on my car. He's left and set up on his own. Reliability has been faultless in the 9,000 miles I've done, and the car still sounds, goes, feels and looks like a low mileage 04 plater. This ...
pluem 21.10.2004
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Advantages: Smooth engine, superb build, effortless performance without being a monster Disadvantages: Can't afford one (yet)
The other day I had a test drive in a shiny new 330Ci. It was stacked to the eyeballs with gadgets and extras, but I was interested in the engine. Driving this car was quite amazing. The engine is so smooth and so quiet it is easy to go extremely quickly without realising it. The car I drove had BMW's automatic Steptronic gearbox. This means that it can be driven as an automatic (stick it in Drive and leave it) or can be switched to Steptronic mode ... ...change gears manually by nudging the lever backwards and forwards. In sport mode the automatic changes up a gear once it hits the redline. The engine revs very freely and the 6500rpm redline comes around very quickly. Even with the automatic box, this car accelerates very quickly, and is very quick overall. The car itself is solidly built as you would expect for a BMW. The leather seats were comfortable, the climate control keeps you at the right ...
adamdavid 22.02.2001
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Advantages: its amazing Disadvantages: you spend to much time in it
I have just purcahsed a BMW 330i sport M-tech and its awesome.
First the outside subtle sports detailing mean you stand out from the crowd and there are plenty of 3 series beemers around these days. If you want second takes then this is the model for you. Mine is a 2002 in silver.
Once you get over the gorgeous flared arches and the simple boot spoiler coupled with the agressive looking fornt you open the door. With the M-tech you step over the ... ...A tap of the BMW crest and the car locks as the interior lights fade and the engine cools you look back over your shoulder as you enter B&Q and cotemplate the next journey. As you follow the misses around the store you long to catch a glimpse of that curvy figure.
the 330i sport not to be misunderstood ...
richie_11 19.08.2008
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