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| 1999 - 2005 (E46) (1999 - 2005) Starting in 1999 the E46 3 Series picked up where the E36 left off. Larger, with smoother lines, and with more advanced engines than its predecessor, the E46 easily held the title of "Best Car of the Year" throughout its life. |
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08-19-2009, 12:46 AM
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I may be looking into getting an e46
However, something that is putting me off a lot, is the rear subframe issue, and all the horror stories and the huge repair costs, would a 1999 323i be even worth getting? If I do buy one, what would be some things to fix right away if not already fixed?
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08-20-2009, 01:38 AM
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The subframe can be easily checked. If it's not cracked, and you don't abuse the car, it is unlikely to crack in the future. The no reverse issue would scare me more, affects <1% of BMWs, but is hard to check. You would be buying a 10 yr old car, there is no such thing as a 10-yr-old reliable car, don't care what you buy. Can you DIY?
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08-20-2009, 04:57 AM
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If your a DIY'er then that would be a good quality to have but if you have a manual transmission and a daily driver you gotten rid of some problems there because your not pressed for time to get the car back on the road and as far as the rear subframe as long as you have the stock wheels and suspension you will be okay to have the subframe checked...and wouldn't have to pay a cent. As far as the expensive repair costs go...parts can get a bit pricey but these are BMW's not Hondas so thats why i don't complain much about it.
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