BMW E46 330 Cab Or Coupe? Any good?

[lambo_xx]

I'm looking at getting a 330ci sport for everyday use. I've just got a couple questions I was hoping someone could answer for me.
I’m only looking at the cabriolet just because I prefer the looks and I guess it’s nice to have the option of putting the roof down.

Firstly, is the Cab much slower than the coupe? I know it's a bit heavier but how much difference does it make?
Also, what are the rear seats like in the back of the Cab? I used to have a 911 which could fit 2 adults in, although not in great comfort admittedly. Will the 330?
What's reliability like? I've had a couple BMWs and they've all been great.
I know there were a couple updates throughout the life of the car. I think some were in 2003 is that right?

Any helpful info appreciated.

Thanks

[sonnyb]

I have a 330 coupe and it is perfectly acceptable as a four seater, as long as you are prepared to put up with two doors.
I looked at all the coupes such as RX8, Audi TT, Celica etc for back seat space and performance and the 330 has the best combination by far.

[rfn]

The Coupé and Convertible were facelifted in mid-2003 (June). They changed the "sad face" indicators for "smiley face indicators", changed the standard wheels from MV1's to MV2's and a few other bits and pieces.

The Coupé is a great car and I imagine the 'vert is too!

[DavidLScott]

I had my '52 plate non-sport coupe for 6 years and absolutely loved it. Not had any other car for so long over 30 years of driving.
I only changed because I was bored with an auto as my original reason for having it had gone and my town driving was massively reduced.

Personally I found the sport way too stiff and juddery on cr***y south east roads but would be fine for smooth stuff.

I was thinking of a cabrio but the boot space is too compromised with the roof down.
I ended up with a '55 130I M-sport because of the hatch space available.