2002 BMW 330

Rating from Lead Foot

(1)
Comfort:		3 out of 5
Performance:		3 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		3 out of 5
Interior Design:		3 out of 5
Value for the Money:		1 out of 5
Reliability:		1 out of 5

"I got a message back from this dealership indicating the car was in good shape, clean and ready to go. The salesperson scheduled an appointment & said the car would be out front ready for a test drive. I drove 20 miles to dealership only to find out car was not ready - the salesperson was nowhere to be found; it was filthy dirty and so many repairs need to be done it is hardly worth the price the dealership is asking. I left several messages for salesperson and even used car sales manager to get in touch with me so I could make an offer below the asking price and it's been a whole week and I never received a response. This dealership stinks!"

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

Primary use for this car: Just getting around

Rating from 330ci Convertible

(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 owned about a dozen BMWs in my lifetime but the 330ci convertible with the premium and sport packages is the best one I have ever owned. It is stylish, performs like a sports car should, is very quick and gets great mileage. If you care for it properly it will last a few hundred thousand miles."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Having fun

Rating from IwillBuyBMWagain

(5)
Comfort:		4 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

"I bought my 2002 BMW 330i two and a half years ago in my bank's auction. Cars where people couldn't afford to continue with their monthly payments for the auto loans, hence repossession by banks. I bought my 330i at only $9,900 at that time, in 2009, when market value was around $11,800-$13,000 depending on conditions. The mileage was 79,000 miles. Many people who buy used cars never look at CARFAX reports. I did. I ordered CARFAX for about $40 at that time. And the report showed that the cars had been regularly maintained by BMW dealer. The report also stated that there had been no accident, and with clean title. I bought the car, and have been enjoying it ever since with really trouble-free ownership up to today. So far, I have only spent $235 for the last two years in alignment of the front wheels after hitting portholes on some bad part of the freeway a while back on I-85, and part of the $235 was also for 3 times of oil changes. The car still drives flawlessly today, it actually drives like new according to my co-worker who owns a 2010 3-series. The acceleration is ....wow.... so powerful even in my automatic equipped 330i. The braking is very solid also and give lots of confidence in hard cornering. The auto-tranny shifts flawlessly and is very smooth, downshifts fast whenever I need it to. The steering response is probably the best in any cars I have driven so far, including a used S2000. I almost bought another S2000 before finding this BMW, which was cheaper in price at the time when I purchased it. I have no regret, and it was money very well spent. So far, my ownership experience has been trouble free. It has over 100,000 miles now, but it still drives smoothly, powerfully, and never complaints. The power is always there whenever you want, the throttle response is so fast, turn-in at corners is so accurate, right where you want it to go, and I always have to remind myself that I share the road with others and I do need to driver slower so that cops will not give me tickets. Well, what can I expect in driving a sport sedan, the tendency to drive fast is always there. I love this BMW, I will buy a newer one with the twin-turbo version in the 2009 335i next year. I am still waiting for that one to come down more in price. Wow, what an amazing car! Thanks BMW. Really. From someone who lives in San Francisco as a banker in a small Credit Union. Thank you again."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Commuting

Rating from Ivan

(3)
Comfort:		3 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		3 out of 5
Reliability:		1 out of 5

"I'd like to start saying that I love my BMW, it drives great, looks awesome on the road and love the interior and quality of components. The bad part of have a Bimmer is going back to the mechanic shop so many times and yes..it is not a cheap car. I bought this 330i at 87,000 miles 2 years ago, since then I've been in hte shop for almost 7 times, ingintion coils (4140 each), AC sensorrs, suspension problems had to replcae almost everysingle bushing(control arm) on 4 wheels,oil leaking, thermostate, window regulator from passenger sit....I think that is al....I'm tire of this beautiful Bimmer....It is for sale now, Iwill miss it but I won't miss spend so much money like never did before."

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Transporting family

Rating from CarCollector

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

"My 330CI coupe is an awesome car. No wonder it is always rated as one of the ten best cars in the world at any price. Quality and workmanship is great and it rides like it is new, even after 7 years. You won't find a better car for the money. Usually I sell cars after a few years because of boredom with it or the poor workmanship begins to show, but not this car. It is joy to drive every time I get behind the wheel."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Having fun

Rating from average joe

(3)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Handling:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		3 out of 5
Features:		3 out of 5
Value for the Money:		3 out of 5
Reliability:		2 out of 5

"I bought this car used w/ 60,XXX miles on it. I love driving the car but hate the fact that there are so many common problems (my biggest concern w/ this car). The car currently has 85,xxx miles after 2 years and I have had this car in the shop for repairs 5+ times. Below are common problems that have been repaired on my 2002 330xi. There have also been numerous complaints about these problems on forums and from other owners so make sure you do your homework before you buy this car. Problems + repairs: -Window regulators (all 4 have been replaced)... went to the shop 3 different times -Sunroof -CV axles -Oil filter housing gasket (was leaking) -electrical plastic cover melted in rear tail light and caused a short Problem I still have: Burning oil even though I drive this car very soft and use Mobil1 0W-40... Some say it's the CCV which is a $700+ job from BMW... took the car into the shop and compression seemed fine and head gasket was clean so this may be my next fix on this car. Overall, fun car to drive but shop bills will creep up on you. Probably my first and last BMW. If you don't get hit w/ these problems then you've dodged a bullet, but if you do...I feel for you -"

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

Primary use for this car: Commuting

Rating from uakicker

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

"Hopefully BMW will keep producing the 3-series because our family will keep driving them as long as they are around. Absolutely trouble free and a blast to drive."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Commuting

Rating from Soccer mom with flair

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

"Couldn't be more satisfied with our '02 330ci. My husband and I bought it to be our "fun" 3rd vehicle and we fight over who gets to drive it. I usually win. :) It is fast, fun, economical (compared to our SUV), and reliable. It even has a backseat to haul our kids around in and they love it too. :)"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: N/A

Rating from SWAT

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

"I love my ride, i had a 325ci, but this ride is faster and really nice, relible, runs great, just put some nice syn oil, and you should be fine, you will love this car too. 5stars all the way."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: N/A

Rating from Sweet_Tea

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

"I can't think of any complaints at all!!! Fun to drive! Very reliable. Great stero system. Good trunk space."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: N/A