the V-8s are are fairly non-evasive and not overly difficult to replace.

The 3.0 on the other hand...UGH

Not that I've done one but it is a bear of a process that involves lifting the engine and removing part of the front differential and axles; alot of mech hours. I've read of some E46ers cutting the new gasket to install without involving the aforementioned. The pan can only be dropped hardly 1/4 inch (if that) and they snake the gasket into place and then reseal the two joined halves.

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2001 3.0i * SOLD *
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2010 E83 Alpine White