2002 BMW 3 Series 325Ci E46 Manual MY02
ACT • Private
48
1
Odometer236,000km
Body typeCoupe
FuelPetrol
TransmissionManual
Key highlights
*Sunroof
Traction and/or Stability control
Cruise control
Climate control
Power Windows
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Comments from the seller
2002 BMW E46 325Ci (Pre-Facelift) – Factory 5-Speed Manual in Sapphire Black
Parting ways with my E46. Tastefully modified with all the common E46 M54 premature problems already fixed.
✅ Recent Major Preventive Maintenance:
All done within the last ~10,000km:
✔️ Oil filter housing gasket
✔️ Complete CCV system and hoses
✔️ Expansion tank & hoses
✔️ Radiator, water pump, thermostat
✔️ VANOS rebuild
✔️ 6x New Bosch spark plugs
✔️ New Rubber intake boots
✔️ Dipstick O-ring
✔️ New belts (AC + main drive)
✔️ Engine & transmission mounts
✔️ Differential bushings
✔️ New control arm bushings
✔️ New MAF sensor
✔️ New Camshaft sensor
✔️ Main idler pulley
✔️ 5x Brand new tyres
✔️ New brake pads
✔️ New fuel pump and fuel filter
✔️ New sunroof motor & seal
✔️ Oil and filter changed every 5k km
🔧 Modifications:
Tasteful, functional mods to enhance the driving experience:
✔️ Short shifter with genuine ZHP 5 speed shit knob
✔️ M52 catless headers + mid-muffler delete (great tone)
✔️ Angel eyes (properly wired)
✔️ Welded 3.15 differential
✔️ ECS gloss black kidney grilles
✔️ E46 M3 rear ducktail
✔️ Fully tinted (nano-ceramic, legal % all around)
✔️ Clutch delay valve removal
✔️ Black number plates
✔️ Bluetooth retro-style head unit with upgraded speakers + subwoofer
❌ The Bad Bits:
1. Poor Paint (Minor scratches, hood sun-faded, imperfect paint on front bumper and left fender)
2. Slight headliner sag
3. Seats have some wear & loose stitching
4. Driver’s door actuator partially works(key works)
5. Currently unregistered(can put on rego at buyers expense)
🧾 Comes With:
• Zero oil leaks
• No cracks in rear subframe
• 2 keys + BMW owner’s folder
• Completed Takata airbag recall
• Genuine BMW style 68 17” wheels
• Spare oil filters, old shifter & knob, clutch delay valve, orange indicators for rego, spare sunroof
• Large cup holders
• Fully functional sunroof
• Bluetooth head unit
• Clean Title
• Brand new tyres
💬 Why Selling?
I’ve loved this car and spared no expense keeping it in good condition, but I’m moving to Europe and sadly, I can’t take it with me.
📍 Location: Gungahlin, Canberra
If you’re looking for a solid, manual E46 coupe with all major work done and some tasteful mods, this is the one.
Car details
øVehicle description
E46 MY2002 325Ci Coupe 2dr Man 5sp 2.5i
Powerplant type
Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)
Cost to insureSponsored
Exterior colour
Black Sapphire
Interior colour
Black and Gray
Body type
Coupe, 2 doors, 5 seats
Transmission
5 speed Manual
Engine
6 cylinders, Petrol Aspirated, 2.5L
Cost of financeSponsored
Registration plate
Check with seller
Build date
April 2002
Compliance date
April 2002
Model year
MY02
Roadworthy certificate
No
carsales Network ID
SSE-AD-19176961
Factory fitted
Paint
Paint - Metallic
Sunroof
Sunroof - Electric
Rims
17" Alloy Wheels Double Spoke 68
Audio, Visual & Communication
CD / DVD
CD player
Speakers
6 speaker stereo
Safety & Security
Airbags
DriverPassengerHead for 1st row seats (front)Side for 1st row occupants (front)Side for 2nd row occupants (rear)
Vehicle control
ABS (antilock brakes)TractionElectronic stability
Security
Central locking - remote/keylessEngine immobiliser
Comfort & Convenience
Climate
Climate control
Driving
Cruise control
Armrests
Front (driver & passenger)
Lights & Windows
Indicators
Clear side indicator lenses
Lights
Fog lamps - front
Power windows
Front & rear
Wipers
Intermittent wipers - variable
Interior
Leather
Trim (incl. seats, inserts)
Woodgrain
Inserts
Seating
Front row seats
Sports
Electric seats
Drivers with memoryPassenger
Instruments & Controls
Display
On-board computerTrip computer
Gauges
Tacho
Exterior
Body coloured
Bumpers
Mirrors
Electric
Engine
Engine description
Drive by wire (electronic throttle control)
Steering
Operation
Multi-function steering wheel
Power steering
Power steering
Steering column
Tilt and reach
Brakes
Front
Ventilated
Rear
Solid
Suspension
Type
Independent rear suspension
Wheels & Tyres
Rims
16" alloy wheels
Fuel
E10
Fuel Type
Petrol - Unleaded ULP
Fuel Capacity
63L
RON Rating
91
Fuel Delivery
Multi-Point Injection
Method of Delivery
Electronic Sequential
Fuel Consumption Highway‡
6.3L/100km
Fuel Consumption City‡
10.4L/100km
Fuel Maximum Distance
1000km
Fuel Minimum Distance
606km
Safety & Security
Number of Airbags
8
Engine
Engine type
Piston
Engine Location
Front
Engine Size (cc)
2494cc
Engine Size (L)
2.5L
Induction
Aspirated
Engine Configuration
In-line
Cylinders
6
Camshaft
DOHC with VVT
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
4
Compression ratio
10.5
Engine Code
M54
Generic Engine Type
Piston
Power
141.0kW @ 6000rpm
Torque
245Nm @ 3500rpm
Power to Weight Ratio
97.6kW/t
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6s
Transmission & Drivetrain
Gears
5
Gear Type
Manual
Gear Location
Floor
Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Steering
Steering
Rack and Pinion
Wheels & Tyres
Rim Material
Alloy
Front Rim Description
17x7.0
Rear Rim Description
17x7.0
Front Tyre Description
225/45 R17
Rear Tyre Description
225/45 R17
Dimensions & Weights
Length
4488mm
Width
1757mm
Height
1369mm
Wheelbase
2725mm
Track Front
1484mm
Track Rear
1483mm
Kerb Weight
1445kg
Gross Vehicle Mass
1990kg
Payload
470kg
Towing Capacity (braked)
1600kg
Towing Capacity (Unbraked)
720kg
Warranty & Service
Warranty in Years from First Registration
2yr
Warranty in Km
Unlimited km
Warranty Customer Assistance
2yr Roadside
First Service Due in Km
25000km
Regular Service Interval in Km
25000km
Other
Country of Origin
GERMANY
Launch Year
2001
Launch Month
11
Generation Name
E46
Series
E46
Model Year
MY02
Badge
325Ci
Doors
2
Seat Capacity
5
Body Style
Coupe
Probationary plate status +
New South Wales
Allowed
Victoria
Approved
Queensland
Approved
South Australia
Approved
Australian Capital Territory
Approved
Western Australia
Approved
Northern Territory
Approved
Tasmania
Approved
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Gungahlin, ACT 2914
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