2004 BMW 325

Rating from GRID

(5)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"Never thought I'd ever own a European car. Was never a big fan of BMW besides e46 m3 or v10 m5, but they say "don't knock it til you try it". Now I'm here loving it, can't stay out it."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Having fun

Rating from Guppy

(1)
Comfort:		1 out of 5
Performance:		1 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		1 out of 5
Interior Design:		1 out of 5
Value for the Money:		1 out of 5
Reliability:		1 out of 5

"I contacted Acura of Peoria wanting to purchase this BMW 325 on 3-11-13. After contacting them after seeing the car for sale on Cars.com. The salesman says to me sorry sir we sent that to auction. But we do happen to have a 5series for over Double the price that the 3series was selling for. I am a disabled single father without a car and thought that i would be able to purchase such car. Becouse i am on a fixed income and the price was what i could afford . But low and behold the all mighty dealership wants to push one over people. Shame on You Acura of Peoria...."

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Just getting around

Rating from Love my 325xi

(5)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"I have owned my 2004 325xi for over a year now and I can't say enough about it. It has great styling on the outside and understated elegance on the inside. Under the hood, the in-line six delivers smooth, hesitation-free power at the tap of the gas pedal. Moving off the on ramp onto the freeway and I'm going 55 to 85 in a blink of an eye. The connection between the engine and transmission is an engineering marvel; the shifting is flawless and the transfer of power is immediate. I bought it with only 42,000 miles on it and have added 10,000 over the past year. I've rotated the tires, changed the oil and that's it. On back country roads I get 26-27 mpg and on the highway I get 30-31 (at an avg 70mph.) It helps to get the great gas mileage as you must use premium in the car. Don't listen to anyone who says you can get away with midgrade; it's just not true. Ask any mechanic and they'll tell you the same. I've owned many cars over the years, but have never had one like this that makes you smile every time you turn the key and start driving; it's a thrill you just don't get tired of... Thank you, BMW."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Commuting

Rating from freddy faster

(5)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"Our other car Is a 2003 Buick Park Avenue- Ultra. This car has very rarely been driven in snow and always kept in the garage in winter. Under the car it looks like a rusty bucket while the outside is in showroom condition. I have ( 8 ) coats of Mothers paste wax on the outside under the hood and trunk lid. My ( BMW ) has minute rusting. Now the car makers don't understand why more people are buying cars made in Korea-Japan -Germany- ect. Also my ( BMW ) Is only I year newer than the Buick. I know a person in Bloomington IL. that has a ( BMW ) and has registered 225.000 miles on It."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Just getting around

Rating from agman74

(5)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"Amazing car to drive in every way. Handling is awesome and great power for the engine size. You have to drive one to really understand why people love them so much."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Commuting

Rating from Hupernikaos

(5)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"I love my Bimmer, i strongly recommend this car. For me is one of the best car and for a six cylinder i thing is economic car."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Work

Rating from XXXIII

(4)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		4 out of 5

"Runs great, even in the single digits Fahrenheit. Clean body and ok interior. Great value for the price."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Commuting

Rating from Old Dude

(5)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		4 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"I looked and looked, had a good buy bought out from under me and missed a few others. The 2004 I ended buying is the most incredible car I have owned. I am happy with every aspect of the car and continue to be amazed at its engineering and handling."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Just getting around

Rating from BMW Fan

(5)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		4 out of 5
Reliability:		4 out of 5

"I just purchased a 2004 BMW 325i SULEV Sedan with 58K miles. The model is a base unit...not a lot of the fancy trim and features. Steptronic automatic, and a power moonroof were the added options that came with the car. I love the car a lot so far, (it even still smells new with that wonderful BMW interior sports-car type of scent). I'm glad I purchased a BMW without a lot of the bells and whistles that are known to go out on these cars. The inline 6 cylinder engine sounds great and provides remarkably smooth power (a benefit of inline design engineering), and the handling is superb for a family sedan, due to its near 50/50 weight distribution and rear-wheel drive design. Although 184hp is not a lot of power, it is adequate for the size of the car being only 176 inches long. BMW has some of the best brake and suspension systems in its car class. The car rides stiff but is refined over bumps and on the highway due to its independent suspension. It handles windy roads with sure-footedness. The interior is remarkably quiet and the steering is tight with a connected feel to the road, especially due to adaptive steering which changes based on the speed of the vehicle. I prefer the classic BMW design of the E46 model compared to the newer E90's which made a huge departure from the classic styling cues BMW's of previous years have had...especially the interior which doesn't nearly look as smooth flowing as the E46 design. However, overall intuitive design of this particular German car maker compared to others is attractive. From the footwell lighting, to the angled radio/climate control panel, you get a feeling there was a lot of thought process in designing this car with the driver always in mind. BMW even includes a flashlight that automatically charges inside the glove box, and they include a full size spare tire for the E46 models...just some added features that other car makers just don't do anymore. Again...BMW's really are "drivers" cars, with luxury as a secondary element. Regarding the engine and drivetrain reliability, I have heard they are outstanding. However, there could be problems with electrical and other faulty issues after 60K, such as window regulators, rear brake lights burning out due to faulty wiring, and cooling system problems. However, I have heard these are more prevalent in the earlier E46 models from 1999 through 2002 and hopefully by driving conservatively & keeping up on the maintenance, I will avoid the above. Yes. They can be expensive to maintain and repair. The car takes synthetic oil and premium fuel. Everything is relative, however, because these cars have a computer that bases Oil Service/Inspection I/Inspection II on how the car is driven and how much fuel is used rather than by standard 5k, 15k service intervals. For example, if you drive more agressively in a BMW, expect to reach the 15,500 mile computer monitored service intervals sooner than if you drive conservatively. But these cars are not built like other manufacturers, so people do drive them more agressively than other cars because you get a feel that there is substance in the materials and overall build-quality. When you close a door, it doesn't sound tinny like in some Japanese or American made vehicles. After all, the 325i is really built for the German Autobahn, so it has to be a solid car to withstand the demands of a true European driving experience on a no speed limit highway. We'll see how well my car holds up in the coming years...but so far...for a 7 1/2 year old vehicle...it's built like no other car I've owned before, and I'm anticipating it will be a fun car to drive."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Having fun

Rating from Driver

(5)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"I have had 4 BMW and 2 Merecdes and 1 Jaguar. The BMW'S are fun to dru=ive and very reliabe. I like my Meceredes too, however they are not driver car's. I loved the styling of my Jaguar, but it was not as well built as the German cars. I had Triumph and Z-cars in my college days. A BMW is a great overall package which give you styles and performance, without giving up reliable."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Having fun