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BMW 3 Series E46 (1998 - 2005 )

BMW 3 Series E46 (1998 - 2005 )

Decent rear wheel drive handling. Some status. Wide choice second-hand.

Unremarkable looks. Handling not quite as enjoyable as E36. Turbo and injector problems with diesels. Expensive problems at 10 years old +.

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Last updated 19 January 2012

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