Description
2005 BMW E46 330Cd M Sport Coupé finished in black, with the 3. 0-litre M57 diesel engine and 6-speed automatic gearbox.
Approximately 133, 000 miles with MOT until February.
I'm selling the car as a non-runner due to an unresolved electrical/ starting fault. The car was running and driving before I began investigating a battery-drain issue. It currently attempts to crank but will not start, and after spending time investigating the electrical fault I've decided to move the car on rather than continue chasing it.
I want to be completely transparent: I don't know exactly what the underlying fault is, so I'm not going to advertise it as needing a particular cheap component or claim that it will be an easy fix. It requires further diagnosis and is priced accordingly.
Aside from the current electrical issue, this is a good, presentable example of an increasingly uncommon E46 specification. The bodywork is clean and in good condition for its age, and the car presents well overall.
It is also due a service. I had intended to service the car once the electrical issue was resolved, but obviously haven't reached that point.
The car comes with two keys and two batteries, and I will also leave the aftermarket stereo fitted.
Being a 330Cd M Sport Coupé with the M57 diesel, I think it would make a worthwhile project for somebody familiar with E46s/ BMW electrics who can properly diagnose the starting issue.
I'm selling because I've reached the point where I simply want a car I can use rather than continuing with the diagnostic work.
Please note that the car is currently a NON-RUNNER and will need to be collected by trailer/ recovery vehicle. It cannot be driven away.
£1, 995 ONO. Sensible offers considered.
I bought this car because as a kid I was in awe of the E46, it just had that old school feel with a modern motor.
In my opinion, still one of the most beautiful cars BMW ever made.
For me, it has still been a head turner but circumstances are making it difficult for me to keep hold of her.
It's a shame that in her old age she's become temperamental as we all do.
I’d much rather see it go to someone who appreciates what it is and can get it running properly again than see a good E46 broken for parts.
