2002 BMW 330I Se
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Highlights
- 1 former keeper, current keeper since 2008
- Full service history main agent and independent
- Total of 10 services for this rare low mileage car
- MOT to March 2025 with no advisories
- 225bhp M54-engined 330i saloon
- Well kept car with stand-out interior
The Appeal
The M3 may steal the headlines but enthusiasts know that the E46 330i is perhaps the perfect real-world alternative. They share engine architecture yet the 330i offers a more balanced blend of comfort and performance.
That all makes the 330i one of the best compact sports saloons of the last 25 years. Since they tend to be driven and enjoyed it is rare to find a low mileage example like this one. Finished in Orient Blue metallic with a stand-out red leather interior, it is a very well kept car that wears its age lightly. Much of that is likely down to its single registered keeper.
Quick, responsive and agile, yet comfortable for long distances, this 330i is a great all-rounder. With MOT to March 2025 with no advisories, it is also reassuringly well kept.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered 20th November 2002
- Full set of handbooks and wallets in good condition #
- 1 former keeper, current keeper since 2008
- Older invoices form BMW
- Older BMW Health Check documents
- MOT to 30th March 2025 with no advisories and 63,554 miles showing in test
The Condition
- Tidy and understated Orient Blue metallic paintwork in very good order
- There are some minor marks to note in photos but not unsightly
- These include some stone chips and loose trim on nearside front wing indicator
- Bodywork is straight and appears to be free from corrosion to arches and sills
- Underside similarly well kept with no structural advisories on last MOT
- The front and rear BMW badges are delaminated, likely an easy repair
- Front fog lights show some misting
- 10 spoke, split-spoke 18in factory alloy wheels in good condition
- Fitted with quality Falken tyres which present in good condition with good tread
- High specification SE model with Parking Distance Control, cruise and auto wipers
- Later Pioneer stereo with Bluetooth fitted
- Well kept interior with red leather seats showing few signs of age or use
- Carpets in good order through car with light stains noticeable in boot
The Mechanics
- Highly regarded 2,979cc BMW M54 straight six engine
- 225bhp through the rear wheels
- 5spd automatic gearbox
- Full history please see service book images total of 10 services main agent and independent
- MOT records verify the low mileage
- No mechanical advisories on last MOT
- The vendor reports the transmission light can come an go rarely the vendor has had it looked it and been advised that it would benefit from transmission oil change they’ve been quoted approx £199 plus VAT. This however is light that comes on rarely but vendor wanted to mention this and does not effect the drive.
BEFORE YOU BUY
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Vehicle specification
- Year 2002
- Make BMW
- Model 3 Series
- Colour Blue
- Odometer 63,904 Miles
- Engine size 2979
Auction Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town Dagenham
- Location London
- Country United Kingdom
10
bids
from 7
bidders
- Derekmc•••• £1,500 03/05/24
- Vinced £1,400 01/05/24
- SWalker £1,300 01/05/24
- jason-c•••• £1,200 01/05/24
- jason-c•••• £1,100 01/05/24
- duncan-•••• £1,000 01/05/24
- dillon-•••• £955 01/05/24
- duncan-•••• £855 01/05/24
- jason-m•••• £755 01/05/24
- duncan-•••• £655 01/05/24
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