Used 2004 BMW 3 Series 330i Sedan RWD for Sale near Santa Cruz, CA

The best car I had so far. Fantastic engine and superb handling.

In 2004, BMW started a special package, code named the ZHP, as an optional upgrade to the already best-selling 3 series. It is called the performance package; which adds 4 bhp and 8 lb-ft of torque to the original engine, making the final 235 bph and 222 lb-ft of torque. In addition, a more aggressively tuned sports suspension and various upgrades that bridges the gap between the 330i and the M3. It is a pleasant addition; not only does it feel better in terms of road holding, the engine feels a lot more lively than a regular 3 series. This is a sports sedan that can haul your family (albeit slightly small), and yet it turns into a sports car on the track and the mountain roads. BMW has yet again made a great addition to its already great 3 series line.

I have loved this car since I've had it. With 113k Ive only had to put $400 in it to keep it driving perfectly! Few cars can be this much luxury, performance, handling and elegance in one package but this one pulls it off.

This car handles great, it is a blast to drive. It looks like a four door M3, which wasn't offered in 2004. It has the M Wheels and Body Kit which were big pluses in the styling department. It is built solid and doesn't have any rattles or clanks common with a lot of cars. I think the quality of the build is the reason it hasn't had any major maintenance issues. Aside from oil changes, new tires, new brakes there hasn't been anything wrong with the car. The gas mileage ranges from about 17 with very spirited driving and about 29 on the highway. It has enough power to give you a rush while driving hard, but is just as comfortable putting around town. All in all it has been a phenomenal car. I would recommend it to anyone that wants a sporty but practical four door car. Long trips are fine with the extra space of the backseat and trunk, but fun enough to make a trip to the mountains for some tight twisty roads worth while.

The E46 3-series really shines with the Performance Package (ZHP) factory option. Everything about the car becomes tighter and more precise - the steering, braking, chassis response, transmission, and to a small extent even the power. This is what the E46 was meant to be from the start. Problems with interior trim vibrating cropped up way earlier than they did on my 2000 328i, and the dealership was useless in tracking down a strange transmission/clutch noise. Other problems are minor including control arm bushings wearing out too quickly and the like. Let us not forget the debacle with the E46 subframe failures either!