What do you think of the 2001 BMW 3 Series?
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The question
I'm thinking of buying a 2001 BMW 3 Series (E46) SE Touring 136hp. Any problems to look out for on this and roughly what price should I pay? It's diesel with 157,000 miles on the clock.
Asked by j marks ·
Expert answer
Hi there,
Nothing major to look for, actually, That generation 3 Series was well built and quite simple compared to the more complex models that followed. Once you've done the usual checks for history and service record (and if any stamps are missing from the book, walk away) then you should be OK. That mileage isn't even all that high for a car that's 12 years old, so it could well be a canny purchase. Price? Probably around the €2-2,500 mark.
Answered by Neil Briscoe