My petrol 325 sound more like a diesel, why?

[RedFred]

Just bought myself a 2008 3.0ltr 325iSE Coupe and absolutely love it.........except for the engine note. Although it's a petrol model and only done 6500 miles it sounds more like a diesel. My old 2.5ltr 325 sounded far sweeter. Is this normal on the newer cars? Any thoughts would be appreciated.

[phumy]

Dont understand why you didnt question it before you bought it!!!!

[E30M3SE]

Surely it is under warranty, so unless it is being run on low/zero oil or something such like it should be covered, take it to your local dealer.

[NickXX]

What was your old car?

[RedFred]

My old one was an 2002 E46 325i M-Sport. The new one is under still under warranty so no problems in that respect. Don't get me wrong, it's not a big issue, just doesn't sound how I was expecting. It's not an out and out diesel sound, just quite "tapperty" so maybe it is just the norm nowadays. I just thought I would ask you knowledgeable fellas before I talk to the dealer.

[Mr Ben]

2002 E46 325 M Sport.

My exact car. And I might also add one of the smoothest and aurally pleasing engines i've ever driven.

Having not driven the newer model I can't really comment, but perhaps your just hoping it would sound/feel as good??

[mike325112]

Are you sure you have not bought a 325d SE