This car is a very fun daily driver. It is a typical example of a BMW E46 sedan.
My daughter and I purchased it three years ago as a car for her to learn about car maintenance and repair. We found this BMW and began improving it.
Over the past 3 years we have performed the following repairs / updates -
- Oil change in June 2023
- Front struts and rear shocks
- Front and Rear Brakes (pads and rotors)
- Battery
- Engine Valve Cover
- All cooling system hoses and coolant expansion tank
- Four Michelin Crosstour 2 tires now with 7/32" tread
- Replaced the CCV system and installed a catch can to reduce oil consumption
- Spark plugs and Ignition Coils
- Wrapped the roof of the car in black. Installed BMW wheels from a BMW E90 sedan
- Replaced the front bumper cover
- Replaced one (1) of the window regulators
The BMW does require maintenance typical of an E46 generation sedan. It is a 20 year old vehicle and not a Museum piece. Youtube.com and websites like E46fanatics.com are great resources for tips and "how to" guides. Parts are readily available from multiple aftermarket suppliers.
The Red exterior still shows well and gets regular complements. The BMW has the Sports Package and Premium Package installed (i.e. Sports Seats and Harmon Karden sound system). It has an AUX port installed and includes a Bluetooth adapter for music streaming. The moonroof works and does not leak. Air Conditioning works well. The Heater is a blast furnace and the Heated Seats can fry an egg. The 5-speed GM transmission shifts fine and goes into Reverse.
My daughter has purchased a newer car with a manual transmission and decided she wants to sell this one. We have a clean, lien-free Ohio title for the vehicle.
The car was involved in two "minor" accidents prior to her ownership and a CARFAX will provide additional details.
Included in the sale are (1) BMW Owners Manual and (2) maintenance / parts records. Two (2) keys are included with the vehicle. Also included are spare parts and the four (4) original BMW wheels that came with the vehicle.
I live on the Northeast side of Cincinnati near I-275 exit 52.
I am open to offers but have been watching these on Cars.com and other websites. Please do not waste your time with low ball offers.
Happy to answer any questions you have.