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Corey writes:
2001 BMW 3 Series 325Ci Convertible Review
ProsThe attention, the ride, the quality, the experience. ConsMaintenance
95
Still Haven't Seen Anything That Makes Me Regret My Decision. — This car is hands down one of the best cars on the road today. It's not the fastest but it sure puts a smile on my face. What alot of people think is the faster the car the better. I wouldn't dare going against a g35 or mustang at a red light but as a overall package the e46 bmw out performs them both. The car is heavy, you dont't feel like you can flip it into a ditch at highspeeds around coners. The stock exaust is just loud enough to give the perfect balance between performance and luxury. Not annoying like a g35 (all the time) or raspy like a v6 mustang. However, I've never had a issue getting on and off the freeway or showing some nosiy honda who the real boss is. The build quality is outstanding.The doors are nice and heavy and it takes some muscle to open and close them. Its not a tin can that will blow away with the wind like a scion tc. I personally think this is one of the best looking cars on the road (non-bais). If you really concentrate on the design it's fairly simple. No dramatic lines or sharp angles, but it has a dominmance that alot of car makers still haven't been able to capture today (ex:) Audi A4, Saab 9-3, Acura TSX, and the pervious Mercedes C-class. The interior like the exterior is also simple. All the buttons are needed and well laid out. When you throw a bunch of buttons and gagets in a car (Acura) all it does is speed up the aging process and lower the vaule at resale time. Less is always more. After a 3 hour drive the standard seats become a pain, but the sport seats are not love handle friendly. The ride is something that will get you into trouble. I highly recommend putting a crack in your window or sunroof. It took me 3 tickets and a defensive driving course to learn. The factory rims and tires provide a smooth and firm ride. If you change them like me. You will become familiar with potholes, the engine and powertain will be your only source of smoothness. Now this is a BMW not a KIA, so trips to shop are not fun. Learn to do little things like change the break pads, change the oil, etc. But if you have a quailty mechanic in your local area it shouldn't bring on such a drought. I highly recomend staying away from the dealer as much as possible because it seems the $120.00 an hour labor rate comes every 15 mins. Out of the 10 years this car was awarded gas mileage was sadly never one of it's attruibutes. The sticker says city 18 but expect around 15 if your heavy footed. Highway you should get about 25 mpg. Bottom line. If you are a real car enthusitst (sp) and appericate a well designed automobile you will not be disappointed. If you want a cool sound and a low zero to 60 time get an infinity.
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Damon writes:
2001 BMW 3 Series 330i Review
ProsThe overall feel of quality and solidity ConsDealer maintenance and repair cost.
55
Buy One If You Can Work On It Yourself — Fantastic brakes, wonderful performance, quiet and smooth on the road at all speeds, good build quality and great looking car. Don't like drive-by-wire throttle. I bought this car with 80,000 miles and have performed some fairly standard preventative maintenance on it but have had no mechanical problems with the car whatsoever. Primary Use: Family transportation | ||
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Elizabeth writes:
2001 BMW 3 Series 325i Review
ProsHandling, performance, braking, accleration, gas mileage and maintenance ConsNONE
85
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Philip writes:
2001 BMW 3 Series 318i Review
ProsExcellent build quality, fuel economy (avg 28 MPG), features, smooth powertrain, handling, ergonomics, well-lit controls, God's own stick shift, almost everything is brilliant! ConsThe four-cylinder engine, while it is economical, does trail others in power. It is very smooth and willing, but needs a Dinan performance chip.
75
Excellent — This has been an excellent car for four years now; it has gotten me through college without trouble and has taken me on many long road trips without so much as a hiccup. Running costs are very low, I don't know how these cars got the reputation for being expensive to own. It is very secure on the road; the excellent suspension and brakes help to avoid accidents. People think you are rich when they see you in this car, which can be good or bad. | ||
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Shan writes:
2001 BMW 3 Series 318i Review
ProsGreat Looks, handling is nice, reliable (make sure you service it regularly) ConsNot powerful enough
65
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mtrimmins writes:
2001 BMW 3 Series 330Ci Convertible Review
ProsI tried to buy another car....once a Bmr' always a Bmr ConsNothing 
35
Will Hate To Give It Up — This car has been great. Little or no problems. runs like brand new...Great on tires and good gas mileage. A real chick car. Bright red and moves. Easy to drive, good gas mileage, fun to drive..fun fun fun Primary Use: Commuting to work | ||
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edsel12 writes:
2001 BMW 3 Series 325i Review
Proscool factor and a head turner Consif you can't do repairs yourself, avoid this car or have a lot of money to pay somebody for maintenace 
55
Nice Car If You Don't Mind Fixing It — good gas mileage for a v6. averaging 28.5 with combined 25%city/75%highway. needs a lot of maintenance after 90k, a complete cooling system overhaul is a must before 100k to avoid getting stranded due to failure. window regulators need constant replacement and suspension needs replacing after 100k. its a good thing i've done all these work by myself so i did'nt have to spend more money on labor. Primary Use: Commuting to work | ||
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Tahir writes:
2001 BMW 3 Series 320i Review
ProsBuild quality ConsCan be expensive to maintain but it's worth it. Fuel consumption is not low! :)
55
Luv It! — Is dechromed, 17" msport wheels, alacantara seats, manual, smoooooth, rear parking sensors, Love it. Has good sound system also but currently only single CD. All that's missing is an inbuilt satnav and also CD changer. Solid german reliability. Can't go wrong. Having owned a 7, 5 and now 3 series, the 7 was pure luxury, the 5 E34 was as solid as they come and super smooth, but admittedly for sheer driving dynamics and all round quality, it has to be the 3. Now that i'm used to the power delivery from this 2.2 straight 6, need to go higher. Primary Use: Commuting to work | ||
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Alan writes:
2001 BMW 3 Series 325xi Review
ProsCargo space. ConsNot much punch and a bit too much body roll without the sport package.
65
An Excellent Daily Driver And Weekend Warrior — Not as nice as my 525i wagon but an excellent daily driver. All wheel drive is a must in Vermont and this car does the trick. The ground clearance could be a bit higher but I'd rather have the handling. The 5 speeed is fun and you can hustle the car quite a bit. Not the same without the sport package but still a great car. Gas mileage between 22- 28. All in all, I'd definitely recommend this car to any small family. Primary Use: Commuting to work | ||
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Mitchell writes:
2001 BMW 3 Series 325xi Review
Prosfast, fun, and its a bmw. Consit could be a little better looking, but not a big problem
35
Rad. — It handles amazingly, looks good, sounds good, and i havent had any problems with it yet. The only things that could be improved are a few things under the hood. Comes with a 2.6 L v6 with roughly 186hp, but is not being used to its full potential. Soon ill be putting a performance chip in, along with a new cold air intake, which will hopefully boost the power to 210 or more hp. other than that, its great and really fun to drive. Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.) |
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