Michael

2002 BMW 325i 5-Speed Manual Transmission. One owner until 2025. ~146,000 Miles

Factory Options:

-Steel Blue Exterior

-Sand Montana Leather

-Xenon Headlights

-Sport Package

-Split-folding Rear Seats

-Premium Package

Meticulously maintained and always-garaged E46. I'd feel confident taking this on a cross-country road-trip.

-1-Owner until 2025

-Clean title

-CA registration paid until Nov 2026

-Exceptional service history

-Always garaged

-Lifetime California car. NO RUST.

-Bone stock - NO MODS.

-Never abused.

-Consistent maintenance

-Passes emissions - CA smog compliant, passed 8/2025

-No Check Engine Light

-A/C Blows Cold

-Clutch and transmission work smoothly

-Everything works as it should (power seats, power mirrors, windows, glove box flashlight, CD/radio, etc...)

Service history highlights:

-Aug/Sept 2025: (all parts OEM) Control arm bushings, Oil Change (synthetic), Oil Filter, Air Filter, Cabin Air Filter, Spark Plugs, Brake Fluid Flush, Transmission Fluid Flush, Steering Wheel Fluid Flush, Differential Fluid Flush, Coolant Flush, Aux Fan Sensor, Fuses, Wiper Blades, Inspected LCM, Replaced Cigarette Lighter Socket, Rear ABS Wheel Speed Sensors

-2022-2025: Regular oil changes

-2020: PCV valve replacement

-2018: Engine oil cooler line repair, blower motor resistor

-2016: Water pump, serpentine belt, filters

What it needs: This is a 23-year-old BMW so it has typical E46 items for the age.

-Remote key battery doesn't control locks

-Minor leak around oil pan gasket (haven't gotten around to fixing it)

-Normal wear and tear on exterior with small scuffs and dings here and there

-Small dent on rear passenger wheel well (can be PDRd)

-Sagging headliner fabric and A & C pillars

-Squeaky clutch pedal

-Some curb rash on wheels

-Some sand blasting on windshield

Accident History: One reported incident in 2007 (sideswipe collision, no airbag deployment). Car has been driving perfectly for 18+ years since.

Overall condition (calibrated for age):

-Exterior is 8.5/10

-Interior is 9/10 (with the exception of sagging headliner)

-Michelin AS Pilot Sport tires (2019) with about 7/10 thread left

-Brakes are at about 70%

-Clutch and transmission operate smoothly

Included:

- Two keys (master & valet)

- Owner's manual and documentation

- Clean California title in hand

- Touch up paint pen

- All-weather BMW floor mats

- 2002 BMW 3 series dealer brochure

Test drives welcome for serious buyers with cash on hand or proof of funds and valid driver's license.

Why I'm selling: I need to make room in my garage for new toys with more power. This car deserves another BMW enthusiast owner who appreciates proper maintenance.