2001-2002 Bmw 330ci

[Jynx]

Im looking into getting an 01 or 02 330CI.

What are your guys experience with these cars as well as what are things to look out for when test driving and viewing them?

I have never owned a car as luxurious as a bmw so i dont exactly know what to look for.


Any help is appreciated.

Thanks.

[Jynx]

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Found one but not sure if its a good deal or not.

2002 330 ci
not the base model, but not the m package (owner isint sure which one it has)
90xxx KM
silver in color

Has a scuff on front rite bumper (must have nicked something in the parking lot) as well as a minor scuff on the passenger door.

he is asking $27000

What are your guys taughts on this?

[Jynx]

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[Weapon_R]

Thats a very good price for a 330. 22-25k is what you'd get a 323ci for.

Anyways, 330ci is the best of the 3-series, good power and tons of nice features. These engines will last for 1/2 million km's or more when well maintained, but expect certain quirks like electrical and smaller mechanical problems to go wrong. They aren't the best for reliability so keep that in mind also, and repairs are quite expensive if you can't do them yourself.

[Mitsu3000gt]

I've driven bot the auto and std in the coupe and sedan. The car is very solid and extremely good. The engine has been on the top 10 best engines list for many years, and Car and driver's 10 best for many years. You cannot go wrong really. The problems it will have, if any, will be very small minor stuff that will just be annoying and likely won't take away any function. The car is built like a tank.

Mark

[benyl]

That is a really good deal. A 2004 330Ci w/ the M performance package goes for $52K at the dealer right now.

[JspecB16]

Awesome deal, i'm currently looking for the same thing. I have found a few 2001's but none under 30k. I would say if everything checks out go for it.

[Jynx]

Any suggestions as to where i can take it to get a damage estimate for the body work other than maranellos?

[benyl]

exotic car?

[///|ndy]

Originally posted by Jynx
Any suggestions as to where i can take it to get a damage estimate for the body work other than maranellos?

Why not Maranellos? They are one of the best bodyshops in town, along with the fact that both BMW dealerships send their cars there for repairs.

Have you also had the car inspected? The price doesn't seem right.

[shay]

THAT SOUNDS LIKE A GREAT DEAL BUT TRY TO FIND ONE WITH A FEW MONTHS WORANTY LEFT IF U CAN JUST IN CASE SOMETHING HAPPENS. HOW EVER FOR WORANTY U ARE LOOKING AT SPENDING ANOTHER 2 TO 3 GRAND FOR THE CAR.

[Evo prec]

yeah i definately would get that checked out kinda sounds a little to cheap for that car

[shay]

let me know if your intersted in mine

[Jynx]

Originally posted by ///|ndy


Why not Maranellos? They are one of the best bodyshops in town, along with the fact that both BMW dealerships send their cars there for repairs.

Have you also had the car inspected? The price doesn't seem right.

Maranellos is booked solid for the next few months, their prices are outrageous and the work that needs to be done on the car is very minor.

The car is going for inspection on monday morning.

[Countach]

Of course car manufacturers put in more new features into newer models of cars. I think the 02 Bimmer would be your better bet. Here are some basic facts about the 02 Bimmer.


FEATURES & SPECIFICATIONS
EXT / INT COLOR

Silver with Gray Leather Interior

LUXURY FEATURES

Air Conditioning
Telescoping Steering Wheel
Steering Wheel Radio Controls
Cruise Control
Sunroof
Tilt Steering Wheel
Clock
Tachometer
Heated Seat
Tinted Windows


POWER EQUIPMENT

Power Steering
Power Windows
Power Locks
Power Mirrors
Power Driver's Seat
Power Passenger Seat
Memory Seat Position

SAFETY FEATURES

Security System
Keyless Entry
Anti-Lock Brakes
Traction Control System
Driver's Air Bag
Passenger Air Bag
Side Air Bags
Fog Lights
Intermittent Wipers
Rear Defogger


INTERIOR

Leather Steering Wheel

AUDIO / VIDEO

Factory System
AM/FM
Cassette
CD Player
Anti-Theft

Horsepower 225.00 BHP (165.6 KW) @ 5900.00 RPM
Torque 214.00 Ft-Lbs (290.2 NM) @ 3500.00 RPM

V6 (6-Liter)

I'm going with the 02 Ci!

[FiveFreshFish]

Originally posted by Countach
V6 (6-Liter)

:rofl:

[SC2]

For gawds sake.

These cars are INLINE!!!!!!!


Get the dealer to run the last 6 of the VIN and they can print out a page telling you exactly what it is, even down to the options, the true exterior color.

[shay]

MY 01 HAS ALL THOSE OPTIONS AND ITS A 330 CI.

[JspecB16]

Originally posted by Countach



V6 (6-Liter)



You mean 3 litre inline 6