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Old 05-14-2016, 10:34 PM
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Must complete the set.

It's time for one more.

I love my Black 2003 E39 540i/6 speed with the sport package
I love my Black 2002 E53 X5 3.0i/5 speed with the sport package

Are BMW Enthusiasts prone to OCD?

I'm looking for a Black 2001 E46 330CI/5 speed Coupe with the sport package. White indicators, sport interior.




It's been tough to find, but then again, so were the other two.


Any E46 guys here? I know what to look for in the M54 powertrain - but any other E46 quirks I should keep an eye out for? Any for sale?

High Mileage is not a concern to me - I dump money into maintaining these cars because I'm not right in the head. I mean, because I love them.


After this one? Christ, I'll probably be looking for one of these.

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Old 05-15-2016, 12:38 AM
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E46's are known for their rear subframe failures, especially earlier models. Stay away from m56 sulev models. 2003.5 and up are facelifted with led tails and other minor updates. Zhp models are highly sought out for, have a 6 speed tranny.

E38's are one of my favs!
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Old 05-15-2016, 01:13 AM
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Any E46 guys here? I know what to look for in the M54 powertrain - but any other E46 quirks I should keep an eye out for?
We took delivery 14 years ago of our E46 sedan at the PCD in South Carolina. The sedans were already facelifted at that point.

For what it's worth, that's our family with a '75 2002, E46, E39, and E53.
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