2005 BMW 3 Series 325i E90 Manual
NSW • Private
26
Odometer174,000km
Body typeSedan
FuelPetrol
TransmissionManual
Key highlights
*Two owners
Full service history
Sunroof
Bluetooth
Parking sensors
GPS (satellite navigation)
Generated with AI from seller comments and car specifications.*
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Comments from the seller
Thanks for looking at my 2005 BMW E90 325i sedan - a clean and well-presented example of a modern classic sports sedan. This car stands out from the crowd thanks to its rare 6-speed manual transmission – increasingly hard to find and highly sought after by enthusiasts who appreciate a more engaging driving experience.
The car has been tastefully upgraded with a range of quality OEM and performance-inspired modifications, giving it a sharper look, improved feel, and a more refined driving experience while maintaining everyday usability.
Key Features & Upgrades:
* GTC Wheels GT-CX 18” x 9.5 ET50 in Gloss Black
* Near new front and rear tyres (October 2025)
* BMW M3-style front/rear bumper and side skirts
* OEM BMW E90 M3 steering wheel
* OEM BMW E90 325i Performance Exhaust (sounds great!)
* Retrofitted BMW E90 CIC iDrive system (Sat NAV + CD/DVD + HDD + larger screen)
* BMW M Leather Sport 6-Speed Gear Knob + Boot
* Aluminium M footrest pedals
* Black front grill/bonnet inserts
* Ultra-bright LED front Halo lights (Angel Eyes)
* LED interior lights
* Dark window tint
* Full tool kit, manuals and two keys
Second owner (since 2014), no accidents, always garaged, serviced regularly (with log book), very low mileage for its age, black leather seats with no cuts/scratches. Oil and brake service have recently been completed and has 5months registration (till 21st October 2026).
I am selling this beautiful, well maintained car as I am moving to a smaller house with a single garage.
Some safety features include:
- Front and Rear parking sensors
- Side airbags
- Driver airbag
- Passenger airbag
EXTRA FEATURES:
- Climate control air conditioning
- Bluetooth enabled system with CD / DVD
- Front & rear power windows
- Electric front seats (driver and passenger)
- Power steering
- Remote central locking
- Cruise control
- Data dots
- 18" alloy wheels
- Front fog lamps
- Starter button
- Rain sensor wipers
Car details
øVehicle description
E90 325i Sedan 4dr Man 6sp 2.5i
Powerplant type
Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)
Cost to insureSponsored
Exterior colour
Sapphire Black
Interior colour
Black Leather
Body type
Sedan, 4 doors, 5 seats
Transmission
6 speed Manual
Engine
6 cylinders, Petrol Aspirated, 2.5L
Fuel consumption combined‡
9 L/100km
ANCAP safety rating
5
Cost of financeSponsored
Registration plate
Check with seller
Registration expiry
5 months/October 2026
Build date
August 2005
Compliance date
September 2005
Roadworthy certificate
carsales Network ID
SSE-AD-20341043
After market
Air conditioning
Air conditioning
Lights
Driving lamps
Windows
Tinted windows
Leather
Seats
Navigation
GPS (satellite navigation)
Spoilers
Body kit - F&R spoilers, skirts, rear apronRear
Rims
18" alloy wheels
Factory fitted
Option pack
Blue Tooth Preparation - Business
- Bluetooth System
- Telematic - Preparation/Ability
- Central Locking - Key Proximity
- Keyless Start - Key/FOB Proximity related
- Starter Button
- Headlamps - Bi-Xenon (for low & high beam)
- Headlamp Washers
- Multi-function Control Screen - Colour
- Navigation System - DVD Audio
- Navigation System - DVD Video
- Multi-function Control Screen - Colour
- CD Player
- Navigation System - DVD Audio
- Navigation System - DVD Video
- Ski Bag
- Seat - Rear Opening for Skis/boot access
Driver assistance
Control - Park Distance Front
Driving
Active Cruise Control
Headlights
Headlamp Washers
Windows
Climate Comfort Windscreen
Front row seats
Sports Seats
Mirrors
Power Door Mirrors - Anti Glare
Paint
Paint - Metallic
Sunroof
Sunroof - Electric Glass
Performance
Sports Steering Wheel
Audio, Visual & Communication
Inputs
MP3 decoder
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
CD / DVD
CD playerCD stacker - 6 disc
Speakers
6 speaker stereo
Safety & Security
Airbags
DriverPassengerHead for 1st row seats (front)Head for 2nd row seatsSide for 1st row occupants (front)
Seatbelts
Lap/sash for 5 seatsPretensioners 1st row (front)Pretensioners 2nd row (rear centre)Pretensioners 2nd row(rear outer seats)Load limiters 1st row (front)
Emergency
Brake emergency display - hazard/stoplights
Vehicle control
ABS (antilock brakes)TractionElectronic stabilityCorner braking
Driver assistance
Park distance - rear
Security
Central locking - remote/keylessData dots - part identifiersEngine immobiliser
Comfort & Convenience
Climate
Climate control
Air quality
Pollen filter
Driving
Cruise control
Illumination
Courtesy lamps - in doors frontCourtesy lamps - in doors rearFootwell lamps - frontMap/reading lamps - for 1st rowMap/reading lamps - for 2nd row
Start
Starter button
Armrests
Front (driver & passenger)
Footrests
Drivers
Sunvisor
Illuminated vanity mirrors dual
Lights & Windows
Headlights
Automatic (light sensitive)
Indicators
Clear side indicator lenses
Lights
Fog lamps - front
Power windows
Front & rear
Rear view mirror
Electric anti glare
Wipers
Heated washer jetsIntermittent wipers - variableRain sensor (auto wipers)
Interior
Leather
Trim (incl. seats, inserts)
Metallic finish
Inserts
Seating
Front row seats
Height adjustable driver
Electric seats
Drivers with memory1st row
Instruments & Controls
Display
On-board computerTrip computer
Gauges
Tacho
Exterior
Body coloured
BumpersDoor handlesExterior mirrors full
Chrome finish
Grille
Mirrors
Electric - heated
Body
Exhaust
Stainless steel dual system
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
Ventilated
Suspension
Type
Independent rear suspension
Wheels & Tyres
Rims
17" alloy wheels
Spare wheel
Tyres - runflat
Fuel
E10
Fuel Type
Petrol - Unleaded ULP
Fuel Capacity
60L
RON Rating
91
Fuel Delivery
Multi-Point Injection
Method of Delivery
Electronic Sequential
Fuel Consumption Combined‡
9L/100km
Fuel Consumption Highway‡
6.2L/100km
Fuel Consumption City‡
12.1L/100km
Fuel Average Distance
667km
Fuel Maximum Distance
968km
Fuel Minimum Distance
496km
CO2 Emission Combined
203g/km
Safety & Security
ANCAP Rating
5
Number of Airbags
6
Engine
Engine type
Piston
Engine Location
Front
Engine Size (cc)
2497cc
Engine Size (L)
2.5L
Induction
Aspirated
Engine Configuration
In-line
Cylinders
6
Camshaft
DOHC with VVT
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
4
Compression ratio
11
Engine Code
N52B25 OL
Generic Engine Type
Piston
Power
160.0kW @ 6500rpm
Torque
250Nm @ 2750rpm
Power to Weight Ratio
116.4kW/t
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7s
Transmission & Drivetrain
Gears
6
Gear Type
Manual
Gear Location
Floor
Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Steering
Steering
Rack and Pinion
Wheels & Tyres
Rim Material
Alloy
Front Rim Description
17x8.0
Rear Rim Description
17x8.0
Front Tyre Description
225/45 R17
Rear Tyre Description
225/45 R17
Dimensions & Weights
Length
4520mm
Width
1817mm
Height
1421mm
Wheelbase
2760mm
Track Front
1500mm
Track Rear
1513mm
Tare Mass
1374kg
Kerb Weight
1415kg
Payload
520kg
Towing Capacity (braked)
1600kg
Towing Capacity (Unbraked)
745kg
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
SOUTH AFRICA
Launch Year
2005
Launch Month
3
Generation Name
E90/E91/E92/E93
Series
E90
Badge
325i
Doors
4
Seat Capacity
5
Body Style
Sedan
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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Chris is the sellerLocation
Allawah, NSW 2218
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