What car to replace 320d

[MMA4life]

Hi all, I'm looking at getting shot of my E46 320d. It's had decat down pipe, FMIC and remap so about 190bhp.

I am looking at spending 3-3.5k.
Would like if to be petrol as don't do the mileage for a diesel.
Roughly the same bhp as the BMW.
Economy.... Not hugely important.
RWD if possible.

Cheers

[GazV70R]

330i if you like your car still?

[RobM77]

You'll struggle to beat a 3 series for a combination of handling, power, bhp and everyday useability. I've driven pretty much every car in its class and nothing seems to come close. The C class and Lexus IS are behind for the on paper stats, but worth a look to see if you personally prefer them.

[MMA4life]

I would like a 330i and and I have found a 2002 plate in Topaz Blue for 3650. Might be tempted to have a look in

Not considered a merc or Lexus before, so may be worth having a look aswell!

[fathomfive]

An IS300 would be on my radar alongside the 330i.

[MMA4life]

Going to be viewing this in Monday, a little more than budget but looks a good spec, condition and low mileage.

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2013...

[Deerfoot]

+50.0 C showing on the outside air temperature display?

[MMA4life]

Deerfoot said:

+50.0 C showing on the outside air temperature display?

Good spot, I'll see if that is still up on Monday and query it if it is

[MMA4life]

Not thought of the jag, but just had a quick read through or your journal about your Jag and it looks soo good!

[MMA4life]

Ecurie Ecosse said:

Cheers! Amazing cars for the money and very robust with cheapish parts. They average around 18mpg, so may be an issue depending how many miles you are doing.

How much would a half decent one cost, and what is there to look out for? Mileage isn't a huge deal breaker as I'm away 2 weeks out of 4

[Mave]

Give us a clue :-) why are you getting shot of the 320d? If you want to change to something with similar power and RWD, which aspects do you want to change?

[jimbop1]

Mave said:

Give us a clue :-) why are you getting shot of the 320d? If you want to change to something with similar power and RWD, which aspects do you want to change?

I want to change my car but want everything mine has given me...I just want a change but for it to be the same. Dos this make sense haha! .. Anyway maybe this is what he wants aswell