I am thinking about purchasing a used 2005 or 2006 BMW 325 or 330 (they both have about 25,000 miles) and have a concern. I have heard that they are not very reliable, some of my friends have even said unreliable. However, I have somewhat discredited they're comments because none have never owned a BMW... but I still wonder. And then there have been others that swear by them. Who do I believe?
Does anyone have any first-hand experience with BMW? How was it? What about the 05/06 models? Also, how would you describe the typical BMW driver-- do you think that thoe 25,000 miles could have been hell on the car?
One more question. One was a 6-speed and the other was automatic... if there is a difference in performence/ reliability/ cost of ownership could you please let me know and if possible explain?
Any help would be greatly appriciated.
2007-03-07 10:10:38 · 7 answers · asked by macboy987654321 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Buying & Selling
Its not the cars that are unreliaable - its the drivers!
BMW's seem to transform your average business man into:
"Merchant Banker - Self Proclaimed Ruler of the road!"
2007-03-07 10:19:08 · answer #1 · answered by Mighty C 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
a bmw is a great car but maintainance can be high, it all depends on the quality of the BMW you pruchase, in this case there is no difference between 325 and 330 series. My aunt owns a BMW, get the tires changed when shes suppose to, gets the oil change when shes suppose to (not 2000 miles past the "next servie" sticker, which alot of people do) she brings it in everytime shes suppose to for maintainance, and nothing every went wrong with it (she owned it for 5 years already)
Some cars do tend to be unreliable but with good care they are reliable, just take care of the BMW and nothing bad will happen (or maybe just something minor, every car isnt perfect)
A manual transmission car tends to last longer than and automatic, automatic cars more times than not ends up with transmission problems (and is much more difficult to install, so during the installation process, something may have gone wrong)
Performance with a 6-speed manual is much better than an automatic since an automatic takes time to jump into gear when you demand it to (such as when you floor it, it may take about 2 seconds to shift up to the demanded power)
BUT a manual, especially if you have never driven one can stall out if you shift wrong or use the clutch wrong (but it usually wont cause harm to your transmission) its just kinda embarassing, and could be dangerous at high speeds. Also manuals will slide back alittle bit on a slope, so you have to react fast to get the clutch in and step on the petal or you may hit the person behind you.
I tried to explain best as i could. hope you get it!
good luck
p.s. i would get the BMW 325 or 330 anyways
2007-03-07 10:27:13 · answer #2 · answered by Al 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
This is a great car. They are extremely reliable and a pleasure to drive. Most BMW owners are automobile enthusiasts and as such are very fussy with their cars. I would check all past service records first. Also, seems to me this car probably still is under manufacturers warranty. As for the transmission. I would opt for the 6 speed. Certainly more fun to drive and less likely to break down. Hope this helps you.
2007-03-07 10:21:32 · answer #3 · answered by adjuster5 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I am a huge fan of Toyota, but I have driven BMW's and totally get the appeal of owning one. BMWs are not inherently unreliable but do need some mechanical attention and care as the mileage adds up, if you want one, get one and follow all the service schedules.
2007-03-07 10:51:52 · answer #4 · answered by cimra 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
In my opinion, buying an automatic BMW is toolbag. If you are going to buy a driver's car like a Bimmer, it should be a stick.
As for reliability, some of the E46/E90 3-series have had issues with VANOS failure. If you are looking for something cheap to maintain, I would be looking somewhere else than BMW (Honda/Toyota)
2007-03-07 10:19:12 · answer #5 · answered by el w 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
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The BMW 330i or the 335i as it's now called, are great sports sedans. They are fun to drive and come as close to perfect sedans as any car as ever gotten, so far.
2016-04-10 10:00:13 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Does it say Honda, Toyota, Lexus or Acura anywhere on the car? NO? Then it's not reliable.
2007-03-07 10:24:44 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 8⤋