E46 328ci / 330ci

[MrFlibbles]

I'm looking to change cars in a couple of months and leaning toward a 328ci / 330ci on a budget of about 4k.

What are running costs like on a daily basis? Is the 330 a lot thirstier than the 328? Is the extra performance worth it?

[toasty]

330ci is great value, you should see 26-28mpg and a litre of oil every 2000 miles. Service interval is around 15000 miles.

Be warned though, if things go seriously wrong you could see a repair bill the wrong side of a grand.

[bazking69]

For the budget I'd be more concerned about finding a decent straight car and worry less about getting a specific model/spec.

[boobles]

Be very lucky to find either for that sort of money especially a decent one.

[MrFlibbles]

boobles said:

Be very lucky to find either for that sort of money especially a decent one.

It was this ad that put the thought in my head:

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1167274.htm

So i figured if thats up for 3k, there must be loads available for 4k....but it turns out there isnt...

[pstruck]

If you're going for an early E46, which I'm guessing for the budget it will be, make sure you research the rear sub-frame/torn boot floor issue well.

[boobles]

MrFlibbles said:

boobles said:

Be very lucky to find either for that sort of money especially a decent one.

It was this ad that put the thought in my head:

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1167274.htm

So i figured if thats up for 3k, there must be loads available for 4k....but it turns out there isnt...

That one really is a bargain & i would snap it up if you seriously want one. They don't come that cheap.