How to choose a perfect bmw e46

[Wan Puchong]

i want to buy a bmw e46 sedan(facelift) but i dont know what model 318i, 325i etc... is the better one to buy??im looking for =*manual transmision*no problem with gearbox*easier for maintainwhich one is perfect choose?*engine CC*gearbox type (i dont know what is Shiftronic means) *types of cylinderand other things that i should know to buy a bmw e46 sedan(facelift)...View attachment 26723i want this type of headlight and bumper...thanks for your help...:top:

 

[tweiboon]

Then u better choose manual with 325i and above.

 

[ICEMAN 68]

wan puchong ...i think this topic had been discussed in the forum aplenty of time ...a search around the e46 section can get you what you want .... and spend some time reading those articles there ...

yehh indeed a 6 potter 325 and above is my choice ....

rest cosmetic will highly depends on how deep your wallet is ...

happy searching ..

 

[Wan Puchong]

thanks iceman...can give me any post link about choosing a perfect types of e46? dont know where to search...thanks:top:

 

[anaksarawak]

Top right hand corner of this forum "search" type e46 buy.

Bro, go for rare and exotic so you get your money worth. Every used BMW will cost you a lot to maintain so invest in super model ya.
www.mudah.my/BMW+Z4+Convertible+2+5+Year+12-18133311.htm
www.mudah.my/Bmw+330ci+m3+CABRIOLET-18077362.htm
www.mudah.my/BMW+320i+Ci+B+-17475774.htm
www.mudah.my/Bmw+M3+E46+ORIGINAL+BODYPART-17571541.htm

 

[jarance]

There is no such thing as a perfect E46. It is second hand lar. What do you expect?

Expect to spend some money to bring it former glorious condition.

 

[mizhan]

if you can't decide between a 318i and a 325i, then you need to relook at the reasons for wanting an E46 in the first place.

 

[gendong]

There are no perfect e46. Its always a work in progress. Find one that you like, has lesser issues, and start to make it perfect for you.

 

[Wan Puchong]

This is one of my choise

please give me your opinion about this types of specification...
320i 2.2, 6cylinder
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what about this types of engine? easy to maintain?
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what about this shiftronic? good idea or bad idea? hahaha
but i will not use it often...
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Please help me bmw e46 sifu's....Thanks:top:

 

[556129]

The perfect e46 apart from the m3 is the 330I/ci

 

[Iceduke]

This is one of my choise

please give me your opinion about this types of specification...
320i 2.2, 6cylinder
View attachment 26746
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what about this types of engine? easy to maintain?
View attachment 26748
what about this shiftronic? good idea or bad idea? hahaha
but i will not use it often...
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Please help me bmw e46 sifu's....Thanks:top:

wan...it all depends how much can you dish out for maintenance. A 6 cyl model is definately higher as it requires almost 6 litres of engine oil, 6 spark plugs, and a few more engine parts. Hence cost slightly more. One thing about german parts (must be original ah!) is that they last far longer than jap ones altho must know which brand la...

your choice here is a rare M-Sport 2.2 litre one. I'd say grab it!...but best if u bring a mechanic (pref a bmw speciliase one) or a forummer to help you spot if there are any serious problems.

Wear and tear have to change la of coz as the car is 10 years old adi....

lastly...Caveat emptor

 

[anaksarawak]

Nice choice for this m sport 2.2 which I presumed is self mod la. How it is?

 

[Iceduke]

Wan, apologies..after detailed analysis of the pics...its not an original M-Sport.

the dead giveaways are the windows rain gutters which should be in glossy black and the interior trim should be black cubes and not silver. Don't pay more than you should. Rims and steering are easy to obtain and shouldnt add a huge premium over the price.

Shop wisely