*** Interested parties should note, this vehicle was subject to a CAT N insurance loss in 08/2020 ***
Highlights
Well presented low mileage example
Comprehensive selection of history and paperwork
Advisory free MOT valid until Sep 2023
The Appeal
The BMW 3 series is a car that throughout its various iterations and generations, has built itself a solid reputation as a truly excellent “do anything” car. Stylish, practical and perfectly quick in all forms, the 3 series has always been the go to car for the buyer looking for a fun, dynamic car that is equally at home on a supermarket run. No one else can do it quite like BMW on that front.
The E46 era 3 series, like the one we have here, is often argued to be the best of the bunch. Pairing a now legendary 6 cylinder engine with a lavishly appointed interior space and modern exterior design, all within one brilliantly dynamic package. This 2001 325i, is a wonderful example of the highly revered model, with the often favorited 2.5 litre straight six engine nestled in the front, a well presented grey leather interior and an astoundingly low 66 thousand miles on the clock.
For those wanting to get into the world of E46 ownership, this is an ideal candidate and with its automatic transmission and 4 door layout would make a perfect long distance mile muncher.
Impeccable straight six engine, seen by many as the best engine to have in the E46 3 series
Brilliant dynamic ability, yet comfortable and refined when needed
Engine in this particular example presents excellently having only covered 66 thousand miles
Well maintained throughout its lifetime
Subject to an extensive service including a new water pump at 56 thousand miles
Engine can be seen as barely run in, with these E46s claiming mileages well into 6 figures, being one of the go to cars for long distance cruising and motorway driving
Fires into life comfortably and with ease
Mated to an incredibly smooth automatic transmission
This really is a wonderful example of a 3 series from one of the most beloved eras of BMW design and engineering. Styling which still looks modern today, a well appointed interior and a legendary straight six engine, it's not hard to see why demand for good E46s is on a seemingly endless upward trend.
It’s hard to find an E46 quite like this one, with most seeing far higher mileage and in a much lower specification, so for those looking to get into 3 series ownership, or just looking for a fun, highly usable sports saloon, this should be a serious candidate.
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2001 BMW 325i (E46)
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