The BMW E46 Is Still Good Two Decades Later - BMW E46 325Ci Msport Review

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Today's question is this. Is the BMW E46 still a good car two decades on from its initial release? Liam takes his BMW E46 325 Ci Msport out for a blast to tell us what he thinks in our first ever video review on the channel.
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BMW
BMW E46
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E46 325
325ci m sport
is the BMW E46 still good
BMW E46 review
00:00 Intro
00:37 Is the E46 still good in 2022?
01:00 What does M Sport give you?
01:48 Steering & Handling
02:17 Let's talk power
03:25 More on the handling
04:26 What about the interior?
06:17 The exterior styling
07:04 The engine
07:56 What to watch out for
09:29 Pricing and value
10:50 Conclusion
11:40 Outro

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@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

*So what do you think? Does the E46 still hold up in 2022? Let us know below!* Like the content? It takes two clicks to subscribe ❤ bit.ly/37Yx4Fb

@niklasnaper6596 2 года назад

Great cars, and good video :) I have owned only e46'es

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

@@niklasnaper6596 Thank you mate! Not bad for a first go at a video review. They really are amazing cars!

@egyptien6181 2 года назад

Bien sûre que Oui

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

@@mislavkonjik2827 I would say it's the perfect balance between the two. It's modern enough to have everything you need (aside touch screens etc) but old enough that you can fix it yourself, the driving experience is raw and has that iconic look. Ultimately it's personal preference, but the E46 in my eyes is the perfect all rounder.

@ivanjuric5079 Год назад

Gear shifter is not original. It is from a e90 msport.

@SFJCreative 2 года назад

We love an E46, really doesn’t feel like a 20 year old car

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

They've aged very well!

@richlee509 Год назад

Brilliant cars

@hollandwawasan1221 Год назад

🥰

@everettblue9484 Год назад

Comfortable reliable and decent gas mileage of a modern car. The feel of a classic

@richlee509 Год назад

Key points as touched on with these cars. Expansion tank, get it changed, rust keep the rear arches inside the wheel well clean, stone can chip the painted surface and cause rot. And treat these arch areas with a rust proofing product. They rust from the inside out a lot of the time. Same on the front but will have to remove the arch liner on the front. Also keep any leaves out of the front of the car where the water drains. This can turn to mush and rot the inner sills. When changing the valve cover also buy the 15 rubber grommets that get bolted in they can leak from the bolts. When changing the gasket make sure the surface on the engine is totally clean and use a sealant especially on the lower part of the engine. Suspension refresh is a good idea as they are getting on a bit now. Regular oil changes with quality oils. Then replacing any parts that get worn such as door sills and interior pieces all available at bmw for reasonable price. Using a fuel addictive is a good idea if the car has stood. Changing plugs is an easy job like a lot of maintenance on these cars. You can also change the lower grill as these fade and become grey, they should be black. Front bumper off job to do that. You can also plastic dip the rear diffuser to make that stand out as these also fade. When looking underneath the car make sure all 4 of the rubber bungs are in place on the floor if they are not there water will get in and rot the floor. Same for the bungs in the rear arches.

@nickwillobey2205 4 месяца назад

I have a 320ci, 2005, 65,000 miles. Brilliant had it for 9 years. Superb!

@marioturkalj1239 Месяц назад

I have 320Ci,2002,manual gearbox,saphhire black colour.242Kkm,have it now 10 years.

@AapVanDieKaap 2 года назад

I recently got a green 323i manual. It's the 5th E46 we've had in our family now. 318, 320, 323, 328 and 330. They really are the best. My father still has the 330i which he bought from my uncle, who I think bought it new. It's still mint inside and exterior and going strong at 320,000km. I've seen many examples here in South Africa. I often look at 2nd hand ones. The interiors are generally very robust. The parts that tend to wear badly are the roof lining, a, b and c pillar lining. The leather on seats and armrest (if it has one) tend to go after 15 - 25 years, so you can almost expect that on any example now. The rear ashtray cover breaks quite easily and is broken on most examples. Steering wheel leather will be close to end-of-life for most models. The small driver cubby is very prone to scratching and will have some black visible where the trim colouring came off. Be sure to check that the clock can be set by twisting the right-side push-pin on the dash. This mechanism is prone to failure. Also look for a red light near the mile/km symbol on the dash. This is the tamper indicator and means the dash has likely been changed so the odometer reading cannot be trusted. Cars that are well looked after should show very minimal interior wear with the exception of the above mentioned issues.

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

They really are the perfect, affordable, all rounder.

@JockJaimeRadfordBromley 2 года назад

Man, sounds exactly like my 2001 330D at 340,000 km. I love it to bits. Every bit that comes off and I have to replace, too.

@hater8812 Год назад

Hi. Is it more fun to drive and enjoyable than e90?

@shaywhelan1 Год назад

I bought a 2006 318Ci for my son who is learning to drive. What a wonderful car. Timelessly elegant, with an obviously loved interior that looks incredibly fresh. I may be hooked.

@TheBackRoads Год назад

They have such a great design and are mega fun to drive.

@jordanrogers8457 2 года назад

An absolute classic…. I have a 2005 M Sport Special edition…. 43,000kms…. A pure joy to drive today in 2022 and arguably the last of the best built and solid BMW platforms we have seen. Nice video.

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

Couldn't agree more! Thanks for your support Jordan.

@shiivu1873 2 года назад

Incredibly indepth, well written and some fantastic camera work. Loved to hear ur more personal thoughts on the car as well as some of its drawbacks. Fab work guys :)

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

Appreciate that Shiivu, and thanks for being a channel member!

@richlane64 Год назад

I have a 330 manual sport saloon bought new in 2003. It’s a joy to drive today as it was back then.

@TheBackRoads Год назад

They're such enjoyable cars!

@jrharryman32 2 года назад

I daily drive my 2001 325ci 5spd. It has 279,000 miles and I love it.

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

They really are amazing cars, aren't they?

@The1Nuttyprofessor 4 месяца назад

I have a 2000 328i E46....and i absolutely love it....254,000 miles and still strong....13 years after i got it.

@nitsukoson Год назад

I have a green 325ci with 215k miles, it still runs great and has honestly convinced me to buy more bmws in the future.

@arigeorgitsis3115 2 года назад

I've been fortunate to own an 05 330ci new since March of 2003. I have also owned WRXs, a B8.5 S4, M235 as well as a few others. While I tune/modify all of my vehicles including the E46, that is the only one I still love and will never sell. The chassis, steering, gearbox, and most of all the looks of it, will never be replicated. That may be objective, but based on the compliments I get every time I drive it, it almost seems a fact!

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

That's what I feel the E46 excels at, being good at everything but not nessicarly mastering all either. It's a 'do it everywhere' car.

@deantaylor4738 Год назад

I was given the opportunity to rescue a lonely 2003 330Ci Cabriolet that spent many years alone at an airport parking lot as the former owner regularly visited the United States and rarely paid any attention to her. Just in the nick of time, I found her and began to restore this gem to Her former Glory! Now she spends her off time under my carport and she thanks me daily, only if I let her loose on the turnpike. Yeah, The Ultimate Driving Machine, for sure. Shalom to my Bimmer family from Texas

@thereallotharmatthae 9 месяцев назад

Shalom bruv

@bekabeka71 Месяц назад

@@thereallotharmatthaesoon the buy the most gorgeous looking coupe which is e36😊

@mrpoopybutthole6314 2 года назад

Just finished performing a Zf8hp45 swap into my 330ci from a 435i. It absolutely changes the driving experience, snappy shifts and pulls the fuel economy into the present day.

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

That's a pretty interesting change! I'd rather like a six speed in manual in mine so that you can have slightly lower rpms on the motorway.

@davidmitchell5638 2 года назад

Any videos or build thread?

@mrpoopybutthole6314 2 года назад

@@davidmitchell5638 full write up is coming soon. Just need to finish off a few things.

@BMWiE-lz3nu 2 года назад

Believe it when there's proof

@mrpoopybutthole6314 2 года назад

@@BMWiE-lz3nu check out my uploaded videos

@VanquishMediaDE 2 года назад

Cars made post 2010 have no soul, the 2000s was the last great decade. I love my 2005 BMW E46 330i ZHP, almost 286,000KM (around 177,500miles) on the odometer. Other than the usual oil and filter changes every 4800KMs, spark plugs, brake fluid changes, engine coolant changes, serpentine belts it is still factory under the hood.

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

They're brilliant cars even stock. I've been struggling to work out what I'd want to change on mine. A little more power is always welcome but, it's not 'needed'!

@VanquishMediaDE 2 года назад

@@TheBackRoads Just leave it as it is :)

@xByt3z 2 года назад

Amazing work on the video gents. Amazing car, the E46 has to be one of my favorite cars ever. Excellent review, if you said this was a production from a 1M+ channel, I'd believe you without a doubt. Great watch, thanks!

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

Thank you so much mate, that really means a lot! Glad you enjoyed it.

@amazingasitwere 2 года назад

Love seeing the shared passion for this iconic platform! I’ve got a 325i as well and find myself saying the same thing…can’t think of anything I’d want to replace it with.

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

The only thing I can even think of replacing it with is a 2018 M2 as it's the closest modern counterpart I can think of.

@dropetvictor2549 2 года назад

I own a Facelift 320i(150hp) mystic blue , added Nbt evo id6 to it , fited in interior as a f30 , all functions work even the warnings . Made a polish and I fall in love each time I see her . She’s my beauty.

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

They're incredible looking cars.

@Culusion_ 2 года назад

Aww man, This is just incredibly well done, thank you for the timeline events as well^^

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

Thank you dude, really appreciate that!

@stubbk3 2 года назад

love my 330ci cant see me getting any more enjoyment from 25k finance on a 140 or similar when the 330 is long paid for and still makes me smile

@hollandwawasan1221 Год назад

Very nice review, love that you showed it from the outside while driving, always brings a smile to my face whenever I see a E46 on the road! Mine is an E46 318i M3 year 2001 yellow 💛 same first letter in my plate as yours (V) even though mine is registered in Malaysia. Neat! Bought in October 2022 and absolutely the ultimate driving machine, such a joy, truly blessed to have been given the opportunity to know and love her! Previous owner didn't supply any documents on her maintenance records, which is a bummer, but she's so solid, and so efficient that I'm learning her subtle ways of "speaking" to me. A true dream machine with a lovely personality! Great mileage too, fabulous in fact, especially considering the power she produces! Almost the same mileage vs fuel (petrol) as the 1994 1,000 cc Daihatsu and Daihatsu sub-contracted Perodua Malaysian manufactured, 900cc "Kancil" (the Malay word for "Mousedeer") of the same year (2001) And even though the annual road tax and insurance (title/deed/"grant" says she's 1895cc) are just over double the cost of the latter two mentioned sweetie ones, the driving experience is soooo worth it! Plus, the cost of insurance should get reduced every year upon renewal, God Willing, with the NCD % policy.

@DANNYonPC 2 года назад

Almost congrats on 10K!

@ahotmic Год назад

'Bonnie' is the name of my pride & joy - she's a 2005 330i M-sport touring. So rare & so lovely to own & even more lovely to drive. This is the second E46 I've owned. My wife told me to get an estate car for the family (I didn't tell her about the nuke under the bonnet). She's still quick & sounds amazing - I wouldn't buy anything else!

@vroom1013 2 года назад

Good to see all the hard work paying off. Great video fellas 👍

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

Thank you mate! Means a lot.

@tcaudiobooks737 2 года назад

Fun fact: You can get a modern idrive system installed in the E46, brings it right up to date and it looks really good!

@user-oe4vu2zs5e Год назад

Dont need it! I'd avoid it!!!

@tcaudiobooks737 2 месяца назад

@@user-oe4vu2zs5e Since that comment, you're now able to have carplay installed on the OEM head unit, while still being able to switch to the old interface at the touch of a button. Check out carphonics.

@ahmedalmutairi4277 2 года назад

Love love the camera work and the script is just amazing 🔥🔥😍. Keep the good work man😉. New subscriber

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

Thanks Ahmed! Appreciate that.

@skinnyscouter 2 года назад

Wow you guys have got a lot of subs now! I remember a few years ago when Phly sent me over, you guys had like 400 subs. Look at you Go! I love this kind of content and glad I stumbled upon you!

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

Welcome back! Appreciate that mate.

@BradcoxMr2 2 года назад

Love you brought up my pet hate of the off centre driving position! Really top end review and great film shots 👌

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

Glad you enjoyed the review mate!

@deangayon8442 Год назад

Great video. I find that the pro blem with owning an e46 is that now, 22 years later, I can't find anything that I WANT to replace it with.

@Nf00257 2 года назад

I have a e46 m3 now but used to have a e46 325 years ago with the same exterior and interior color as yours. Absolutely love the color combo.

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

Topaz blue and the tan interior is the best combination in my opinion. Only beaten by Techno violet and black!

@rr40v8 2 года назад

Good video with excellent points regarding the coolant header tank and arches. One of my cars is an E46 325ci sport with auto box and it’s superb. I’ve had it for 8 years now and maintained at no expense spared (find a good trustworthy specialist) and will likely never sell it. Mine has now done 242,000 miles and I replaced the dampers and springs a couple of years back, after some research I decided to go with the Bilstein B12 Pro kit that has mono tube gas dampers matched to Eibach springs and maintains the factory Sport ride height. Also I can recommend the AFE intake kit as you can then have some nice induction roar above 3,000 rpm - a baby CSL lol. Aside from that mine is all standard but I would love some gold BBS LM’s if they ever start doing them in 18” 5x120 again :-)

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

Thanks for your support Martin! Glad you liked it.

@francisau8003 Год назад

Cheers for all these tips Liam, I m going to get myself one NOW.

@TheBackRoads Год назад

You're very welcome!

@jamiljafri4841 2 года назад

Fantastic review! Comprehensive too. Great production quality

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

Thank you mate, appreciate the support!

@4rsh193 2 года назад

I love you guys. Such high quality content with so much effort and time put into them. One of my favourite cars of all time, but I personally like the E36 more in terms of appearance. Again, love you lads, such amazing content. Hope you both are doing good.

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

Really appreciate your kind words dude! It's awesome to know our content is enjoyed, makes creating that extra bit sweeter.

@johannesertl190538 2 года назад

Hey, I am 19 year old and driving a 1999 323Ci in the very same blue that you do. Every time I get into this car it is just pure joy you experience. Driving a 6-cylinder car with a 2.5 liter engine as your second car ever, what more can you wish for 😁 Keep up the work dude, greetings from germany!

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

They really are a brilliant car even 20 years later, aren't they? Thanks mate, really appreciate your support!

@vladvasiloni1577 Год назад

I'm really considering getting a 325 ci as my first car

@kierannm7646 Год назад

@@vladvasiloni1577 Did you end up getting one? I would be too scared to, even driving my 2013 kia picanto had me bricking it the first few months of driving.

@vladvasiloni1577 Год назад

@@kierannm7646 i am actually getting one ,but i will use my moms car for daily driving and learning (2015 a3) . I made a promise to myself that i will not push the car or do any 'dynamic' driving till i get a good understanding of how it reacts on the road.

@spamaccount2915 Год назад

@@vladvasiloni1577 I'm looking at a 325i wagon as pretty much my first car! Only thing i'm worried about is maintenance cost.

@joeduarte6246 5 месяцев назад

Enjoyed the video. I bought a 2000 328Ci in October 1999, topaz blue, grey interior, factory areodynamics package, and with a 5 speed. So, a real soft spot for your car! Easy car to work on! The car is not a fast car like my E93 335is, but the fun factor makes up for it. If you own and maintain the car over time, it's not that expensive to own. To directly answer your question. Hell yeah and still holds up in 2024!!! Cheers from Toronto, Ontario, Canada

@yourbrocrow3267 2 года назад

With the amount a quality , effort, and time you guys deserve like 1 million subs.

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

Wow, thank you! That really means a lot ❤

@christinetaylor3799 Год назад

I’ve had my 320Ci E46 Convertible 2002 ( Honey Boo) for 20 yrs ( 2nd owner) 145K mileage full spec rather unique 100% me & still drives like a dream !!! Very well looked after just replaced the alternator otherwise just wear & tear replacements only ever failed 1 (last )mot 😢 in its history on a fault I couldn’t see !!! Rust has appeared but dealt with immediately. There is not a week that has gone by in its life that this car has not been complimented by strangers I can’t speak highly enough of this model. I don’t think I will ever part with it I’ve looked at others along the way but NOTHING has compared !!! If I saw it on a forecourt tomorrow I would buy it again immediately nothing gives me the thrill I got when I saw it & drove it on the road today I’ve tried other top of the range up to the minute cars but I don’t get that gut reaction. Fab car !!!!

@damonmbk 2 года назад

picking up my first e46 later today. excited is an understatement!

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

Enjoy! Let us know what you think of it.

@damonmbk 2 года назад

@@TheBackRoads love it love it love it

@kivo568 4 месяца назад

Love this video, quality is great!

@TheBackRoads 4 месяца назад

Much appreciated!

@Brian-ug3el Год назад

I picked up a 2002 330xi in 2005. Didn't get near as good a price as you. Rear springs are a maintenance item in areas where they salt the road. Really helps if. you can do some of the work yourself. Plastic is a problem, esp. in the engine compartment. They are fun cars, considering the payments on new cars, you can spend a lot on repairs and still come out ahead.

@Breckjay08 2 года назад

E46 are one of the best cars ever

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

Strong agree!

@SteezKitoV23 2 года назад

Jus picked up a 2003 325i 5Speed coming from a z3, 335i coupe & 335i sedan and I always wanted a e46 but was always scared of them ! Loving it so far

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

They're fantastic machines and as long as you don't skip maintenance they're brilliant.

@user-gj8ty1so2p Год назад

Great review

@fluffand30fps Год назад

Absolutely love my e46. Got one with a cooling problem for £700, £55 for a new radiator and it’s good as new, absolutely fantastic car

@TheBackRoads Год назад

They're brilliant! Hope you enjoy it 👍

@fluffand30fps Год назад

@@TheBackRoads looking forward to getting it out on the b roads today!

@TheEhicks99 Год назад

Mine is a 2003 with 87K miles. Always garaged and maintained. Still a interesting trade off everyday to my Macan S, especially when it is a top down day

@mikebutler3846 2 года назад

Had a ‘99 e36 m3 convertible and loved it. I now have a ‘06 e46 325ci convertible with 66k on it. Not as fast but I do love the improvements over the e36. Good video! Thanks!

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

Thanks for your support Mike! Most appreciated.

@gudalawrence3746 Год назад

Had a 2002 sedan 4yrs ago and I still glow anytime I see one. Such a lovely car to drive, very easy to maneuver and manage even at high speeds. Currently got an 04 G35 coupe but it doesn’t feel sportier .

@TheBackRoads Год назад

They're such a good all-rounder!

@christophercilia9214 2 года назад

Very nice review. Love the E46 platform. What exhaust setup are you running pls? Sounds stunning

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

Thanks Christopher! You may be surprised, but it's actually entirely stock. Stock system has pops and crackles, you just don't hear it too much in the cabin.

@JackHackett1 Год назад

I own a 2004 E46 330ci m sport with the 6 speed manual gear box in sapphire black absolutely love it I have had it 6 years.

@GopNet Год назад

10:45 and that's why I'm still keeping mine 💪 still owning one for over 6 years and never had let me down ❤obviously you would have to change bits and bobs because of age and use but overall the pleasure of driving this car is worth it 🤩

@CRE1982 11 месяцев назад

A drivers car, had a 00 328i Ci SE (auto) and just picked up a 03 325i Ci Msport (auto) couldn’t disagree at all, being honest I was uneducated with the 1st e46 and got a gem with my 2nd e46.. amazing timeless cars.. great video for an amazing car

@ginomonaco70 2 года назад

I have my 2005 330ci M Sport (ZHP Pkg) which I shipped to Spain from Canada.....love the car and it certainly loves the Spanish roads!

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

I bet they do! Mega cars, they really are.

@e46M3_DakarYellow 2 года назад

Owning one 328 ci as a daily and the iconic ///M3, both manuals, I have to say that I totally agree with you!!!!

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

They're such versatile and honest cars. Great daily drivers that you can have fun in.

@dRew-something 2 года назад

Great video! I have exactly the same car and colour. Easy to service,rock solid engine,great performance. Always puts a smile on my face. Have you upgraded the disa valve? Not sure if i should do mine.

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

Thanks Andrew! Not yet, completely stock in that kinda terms. May be that we slowly go through that kind of thing though.

@dRew-something 2 года назад

@@TheBackRoads you're welcome, i recently had to get the heater interior blower fixed..can't remember what the faulty part is called but it's under the steering wheel..pig to get to. Also got my serpentine belts changed. Not sure about doing my disa valve,I've checked it though and mine is fine..I've got the upgrade kit though to do it. Thinking of getting dry ice treatment on the underside. I think bmw e46 2 door coupes will rise in price.

@lordmaziofficial2438 2 года назад

Got mines for exact same price it’s The Best one They Ever Built And I’m Keeping Mines for awhile

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

I get the feeling they won't be this price for too long!

@BMWiE-lz3nu 2 года назад

So last year they priced the e36 outta existence(and HEAVILY increased the value of mine)and now we're onto the e46...good

@colinjs71 6 месяцев назад

Just bought a 2004 e46 325i touring. I'm in love ❤

@kennmart1 2 года назад

I have a 2003 330ci and I totally agree with everything you say. And if you keep up with the maintenance it will run forever.

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

And of course keep an eye on that timing chain at the rear of the engine!

@JockJaimeRadfordBromley 2 года назад

@@TheBackRoads How can you keep an eye on that? I have a 330D with 340,000 km and I don't know if it has ever been done. Should I worry?

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

@@JockJaimeRadfordBromley At 340,000 I would be incredibly susprised if it hasn't been done at least once in it's lifetime. Normally you know it's on it's way out when you here a grinding noise for a few seconds on start up.

@etechjd8260 3 месяца назад

I have the same car....love it. Still a few electronic grimling nobody can sort out but it works great.

@MatthieuAmherst Год назад

I love w46 some much I bought it twice. Literally haven't taken mine apart in all ways.

@jamesstaggs4160 11 дней назад

I'm on my second one and they really are great cars. There's something magical about how they handle.

@azharabduljabbar4768 2 года назад

I own a 330ci .A fantastic car to drive

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

They really are, aren't they?

@leebarrett9581 2 года назад

Going to look at a 325ci m sport tomorrow hopefully it’s as good as the snaps and what the guy has told me about it.

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

Good luck mate and let us know how it goes!

@leebarrett9581 2 года назад

@@TheBackRoads just to update I’ve taken the plunge on the 325ci m sport, ok it needs some cosmetic work like new front fogs and wheel refurb but on the whole it seems ok, the only thing I’m slightly concerned about is that the guy said he tops it up with 1/2 a litre every couple of months, he said this is normal for these engine’s I owned a e90 325d for 3 years and it never needed a drop.

@H8XME Год назад

Just purchased a 330 convertible sport 56,000 miles in orient blue 🙌👌🤠

@o15523 Год назад

1:04 dude why is your hood latch release sticking out... That thing is going to flip up and blind you on the highway oh my god! But also, that is a clean ass e46 and I give you tons of props for that... Just... The hood latch needs to be secured bro!

@callummunro5400 Год назад

Nice review. I didn’t realise there were ways to get more power out of these? What’s the secret?

@TheBackRoads Год назад

I suppose it depends how far you want to go! But for example, with a free flowing exhaust and a slightly better intake - we can get my 325 up to 220bhp with a tune. So roughly £500 (inc tune). But they're so easy to turbo charge that you might as well go that route.

@Thesomersetgimp Год назад

Just got my 325i sport coupe. Blown away.

@TheBackRoads Год назад

They're amazing! Enjoy 👍

@ianedmonds9191 8 месяцев назад

I had an E46 for many years. It was a 320i so a Six but only a 2.2. 170bhp so not crazy quick but I was getting out of a 94 Mr2 with 174bhp. The BMW was faster because of the torque. The BMW was great to drive and a timeless design. I also had to replace the coolant tank. I bought a couple of new front wings. I sprayed them myself and was ready to fit them then I got an offer to buy the car that I couldn't refuse. It had done 150,000 miles. It was pretty special. BMW Individual Tourmaline Violet. Blueberry Nappa leather interior. I wish i'd kept it. My Z4 is still fun tho. Luv and Peace.

@jakebaldwin9713 2 года назад

I bought an e46 2 months ago and I’m loving it. It’s an Oxford green manual 325ci m sport, and I only payed £1500😂

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

They really are mega cars aren't they!

@oni5909 2 года назад

i just got my e46 m3 this month! handles like a dream! still learning how to maintain it and stuff tho

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

Congrats on the purchase mate! Enjoy it. Fortunately they're pretty easy to work on.

@oni5909 2 года назад

@@TheBackRoads and recommendations on how to get started? im sort of a noob lol

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

@@oni5909 Well we also do build series on this channel and there's a few videos on my E46 where we do oil service, spark plugs, filters and brakes which may be of use to you! We are beginners ourselves so if we can do it, you can! But the best way is watching tutorials and having a decent took kit.

@oni5909 2 года назад

@@TheBackRoads oh alright thank you sir!

@ExploringwithAustinandThomas 4 месяца назад

I had an E46 330ci for 3 years in 2015, i reckon i spent the equivalent in keeping it going, partly because of the garage i was using which wasn't very good and also components that shouldn't fail so early in their life, Cooling system, power steering pump, fuel pump, Disa Valve and finally the nail in the coffin was the automatic gearbox which webt wrong, i was looking at over £2000 to get that refurbished! I got rid after that I did love it when it worked though, great engine, good steering and would have been miles better in manual, i might have still had it if it wasnt for yhe gearbox.

@luntoinside Год назад

Excellent video, thank you. I’m currently looking at a 2002 E46 318ci. The one I’ve got my eye on is in the classic BMW Oxford green. Safe to say I’ve fallen in love with it and I’ve not even been to see it yet! However, what puts me off is it doesn’t have much service history at all. It checks out fine on the MOT history (no advisories in last couple of years). It’s done 93k miles and on the surface looks a clean example. Do you have any advice on what I should do? Bare in mind my knowledge of fixing, maintaining cars is limited to say the least! After owning an old Alfa GT, I know the problems old cars can through up, but hey Alfa’s are Alfa’s and I shouldn’t compare!

@TheBackRoads Год назад

I would urge if you can, stretch to the 6cyl if possible. Only say that as those four cylinders are notorious for piston ring issues. I had one myself that had what was effective a James Bond smokescreen coming out the back. They're good cars but the 318s suffer with that engine.

@samcourt6228 Год назад

The entire cooling system is made of chocolate on this era of BMW’s. The radiators warp and need replacing. And it’s a BMW, so it will leak oil from somewhere. I loved my E46 325ti, but it was quite a needy thing; new rad, expansion tank, water pump, thermostat, snapped rear springs and generally a healthy appetite for wishbones. Sounded nice though. Interestingly enough it was better on fuel than the E90 330 that replaced it, my 130i, M140i and current 335i.

@spencerydc 2 года назад

Sport seats and steering wheel make a huge difference

@diasporaman5419 2 года назад

One of the greatest economy cars ever produced

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

Strong agree!

@elliottjones1236 2 года назад

Yea the boys! Here we goooooo 😃😃

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

First video review? Completed it mate ✔

@npcoo337ooo7 Год назад

I have owned a 2001 330ci sport for last couple of years after sorting out some issues , rear springs , small areas of rust on boot lid , brake line corrosion , it’s now a perfect car and amazing to drive 230bhp from a naturally aspirated straight six engine and 0-60 in just under 7 seconds . The straight six sounds deep and growling, I actually prefer the sound of the 330ci over the M3 which is a bit raspy , if you can’t afford M3 prices , go for the poor man’s M3 like I did .

@TheBackRoads Год назад

They're honestly brilliant cars.

@dalisobanda5575 Год назад

The E46 325i came in preface body?

@SavageBunny1 2 года назад

Here in the US we only got 330i/330Ci's with Msport, the 330's are a complete different animal than a 325.

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

The 330's are certainly more powerful. But the 2.5L is often seen as the strongest block of range and nearly 200bhp in a daily driver is still nothing to shake a stick at! Would I prefer a 330? Only if I could find a similar spec car.

@BMWiE-lz3nu 2 года назад

Lol the 330 is essentially the e36 m3 with dual vanos and different appearance

@rafeeqadams4693 2 года назад

I have the exact same car with some m3 CSL wheels and bumpers. Wouldn’t sell or swop it for any other car. With a sick tune and some great exhaust work these cars drives like a 10 year old and not 20 year old

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

You've got a very similar set up to what I'd like to do with mine. CSL wheels, boot and LED tail lights then I'm happy. Such brilliant machines!

@rafeeqadams4693 2 года назад

@@TheBackRoads keep the videos coming 🔥🔥🔥 Insane work brother ❤️

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

@@rafeeqadams4693 Thank you mate! Really appreciate that.

@matt75hooper Год назад

Mine- 280k miles & the engine is still strong as hell. My only complaint is the interior plastic trim parts

@MirgisOfficial Год назад

Hello mate do you got there anything done with exhaust or is it stock ? Sound nice

@TheBackRoads Год назад

Entirely stock system! Just microphoned up and clearly shows how good the sound deadening in the cabin is.

@immike3476 Год назад

i love my E46, i can't feel it's age. Too fun to drive

@aaronbridgeman8308 2 года назад

I just brought a e46 330ci m sport I wanted the 325 in a Manuel but wow they have rose in price I love it but don’t love the mpg 😑

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

They really are incredible cars.

@tomdawson4121 2 года назад

A 325 for 2.5-4k depending on mileage and condition? Seems the market is sitting a lot higher than that at the moment unless there's something I'm missing... I'm looking for a manual coupe. What mpg do you get in yours?

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

Currently from what we're looking at in the UK, that's still about right. I picked mine up for £2,500 in 2020. But it won't be long before they're fetching more for sure! I'm perhaps not the best example as I get around 30mpg 😂

@tomdawson4121 2 года назад

@@TheBackRoads 30 is very impressive! Clean examples are looking more like 4-9k! I’m interested in one for 6.5, is that overpaying?

@AndrewTate-nf2id 5 месяцев назад

Is it better than e90? As a sporty car

@matthewcoupeofficial Год назад

Forgot to add you get a massive upgrade on the seats.

@VanquishMediaDE 2 года назад

I think too much degree those of us in the Western Hemisphere are guilty of deposable societies. What I mean by that is we do not repair much of anything, we buy news telly, new appliances, new cars, new mobile phones every 3-5 years, most items are designed to break after 3-5 years so the days of having these machines last past 10 years is a marvel in of it's-self. Older BMWs were made better, you are not going to see many F or G generation models on the roads 15-20 years from now.

@jocalibusohump 2 года назад

Nice machine.i owned two e46.330cd&320cd.

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

They're brilliant cars!

@intunewithcars9484 2 года назад

brilliant cars, i love the e46 325ci sport, especially the pre face its the one to have, prefer the tiptronic auto personally over the heavy clutch manuals, had both, auto is a nicer drive, £2500 you got a bargain, id want at least 5k for mine in simular condition

@user-ou5vw8ds3s 2 года назад

Nah facelift is the one 🤤

@intunewithcars9484 2 года назад

@@user-ou5vw8ds3s no chance mate

@thePurpleViewGH. Год назад

Anything on upholstery changes?

@TheBackRoads Год назад

On this car? No, all stock.

@0megalul309 Год назад

how reliable is a 330ci e46? started life as a 2.5 tho.

@TheBackRoads Год назад

Not too dissimilar in terms of reliability! As long as you look after them.

@tonycoombes2281 2 года назад

iv just got a one of the best cars iv had , se soloon 250icc green ,cream lether ,i ove it had it for 7 years, 98 thou miles , im happy to own and i no what to come ha

@TheBackRoads 2 года назад

They're such good cars!

@andreasknopf7474 Год назад

Why did you have to say that about the steering wheel being off-centre :(

@Karl_Kampfwagen 7 месяцев назад

Found a manual 325xi Touring wagon for $2k. Good condition, high miles. Everything but the original stereo, and a saggy headliner. 😅

@TheBackRoads 7 месяцев назад

Very nice!

@Karl_Kampfwagen 7 месяцев назад

@@TheBackRoads If I didn't tell you, there would be little suspicion that the car has seen 252+k miles. 😅 Probably the best chassis BMW ever made, and the M54B25 is my favorite engine. High compression 2.5L is better than the lower compression 2.8 and 3.0L blocks, and miles ahead of the problematic S54B32 🤦

@rockymaze9508 Год назад

323ci 2000....still have it 178000 kms....german silver black interior...5 speed sport package...

@robertcrocker901 Год назад

Friend just bought a 2001 325ci convertible. Great car in great condition. But we do not understand the difference between the 325i and the 325ci. This is the USA version. Did not have an owner's manual but found one for 2002 325ci on Ebay-the 325i's and 325ci's have different manuals. Do you know the difference? Noted you have a 944. Had two in the 1980s and 90s--wish had kept one of them. Have not seen one on the road in several years. My daily driver is a 1996 993 but dream about finding another good condition 944.

@TheBackRoads Год назад

325i is a Saloon, the 325Ci is the coupe! And thanks dude, we'll be uploading a new video in the coming week about a new 944 we've bought!

@robertcrocker901 Год назад

Thanks. But coupe I understand-would be the 2 door. Saloon is not a term we use in the US--is that our sedan--4 door? Eager to see any future 944 videos.

@TheBackRoads Год назад

@@robertcrocker901 that would be my presumption, yes. What ever you would call a 4 door car!

@robertcrocker901 Год назад

Yes-I'm interested in history too-particularly UK since per the DNA tests I am predominantly English and Scot(we would say Scottish). Appears that British English and American English are drifting apart.