# E46 BMW **URL:** \ **Category:** Classifieds\ **Created:** [September 5, 2013, 7:35am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/e46-bmw/232678 "2013-09-05T07:35:22Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 3
**Author:** ![travisn](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/travisn/32/5046_2.png) [@travisn](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/travisn)\ **Post date:** [September 9, 2013, 5:54pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/e46-bmw/232678/41 "2013-09-09T17:54:02Z")
I repeat my last comment. lol. ---
**Author:** ![goff](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/goff/32/7494_2.png) [@goff](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/goff)\ **Post date:** [September 9, 2013, 6:04pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/e46-bmw/232678/42 "2013-09-09T18:04:16Z")
I can do a pre purchase inspection, Chris. I like Monster Zero Ultra (white cans)… I don’t recommend a high mileage auto(I see you want a manual anyways) or any SULEV engines (super low emissions vehicle) Things to check: valve cover gasket, oil filter housing gasket, VANOS oil hose power steering, pressure hoses usually leak cracked belts entire cooling system (water pump, tstat, overflow tank, hoses, fan clutch exhaust leaks at manifold to catback connection intake boots (one at throttle usually torn) a/c compressor leaks, can usually see dye or oil where the case splits or the snap ring on the bottom front lower control arms and bushings, sway bar links axle boots if all wheel drive rear coil springs, rear trailing arm bushings rear subframe/body mount (I’ve only seen 1 with the stress cracks) Window regulators (get noisey when they start binding/failing) This doesn’t include the obvious brakes, filters, fluids, tires check. I’m sure I’m forgetting a few things but all of the above items are very common aside from the rear subframe issue. ---
**Author:** ![llink78](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/llink78/32/8037_2.png) [@llink78](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/llink78)\ **Post date:** [September 9, 2013, 6:09pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/e46-bmw/232678/43 "2013-09-09T18:09:45Z")
> [@travisn](#): > > I repeat my last comment. lol. Answer is a phone call away though. ---
**Author:** ![Norb\_O](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/norb_o/32/5189_2.png) [@Norb\_O](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Norb_O)\ **Post date:** [September 9, 2013, 7:17pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/e46-bmw/232678/44 "2013-09-09T19:17:39Z")
Regarding the 540i you posted earlier, it’s a whole different car than an E46 (or any 3 series for that matter). Bigger physical presence on the road which is great on the highway, but a V8 5 series will easily show its fat gut in the corners as compared to an E46. It’s a matter of preference, but coming from a Miata, you may be in for a shock. +1 on maintenance records for any German car. Everything just costs more, so protect yourself. ---
**Author:** ![llink78](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/llink78/32/8037_2.png) [@llink78](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/llink78)\ **Post date:** [September 9, 2013, 7:29pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/e46-bmw/232678/45 "2013-09-09T19:29:18Z")
Did i miss where he was looking at a 5 Series? ---
**Author:** ![Norb\_O](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/norb_o/32/5189_2.png) [@Norb\_O](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Norb_O)\ **Post date:** [September 9, 2013, 7:30pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/e46-bmw/232678/46 "2013-09-09T19:30:29Z")
> [@Motocrossx23](#): > > [http://buffalo.craigslist.org/ctd/4029208149.html](http://buffalo.craigslist.org/ctd/4029208149.html) > > Anyone know this car? It’s a 5 series but having driven in Drews M5 and with a few, it might be fun. doooo itttt ---
**Author:** ![llink78](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/llink78/32/8037_2.png) [@llink78](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/llink78)\ **Post date:** [September 9, 2013, 7:31pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/e46-bmw/232678/47 "2013-09-09T19:31:41Z")
And there it is. Id get a 3 series wagon b4 i bought that thing ---
**Author:** ![Norb\_O](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/norb_o/32/5189_2.png) [@Norb\_O](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Norb_O)\ **Post date:** [September 9, 2013, 7:36pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/e46-bmw/232678/48 "2013-09-09T19:36:16Z")
To each his own. I have a wagon for the winter so no need for utility during warm months. I have toyed with the idea of a newer E92 335i with some work. The most sensible/fun option for Chris is a 2002ish 330i, coupe, etc. ---
**Author:** ![llink78](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/llink78/32/8037_2.png) [@llink78](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/llink78)\ **Post date:** [September 9, 2013, 7:37pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/e46-bmw/232678/49 "2013-09-09T19:37:37Z")
If mine didnt have rust id try to sell him mine. I want something different alrdy. ---
**Author:** ![Norb\_O](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/norb_o/32/5189_2.png) [@Norb\_O](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Norb_O)\ **Post date:** [September 10, 2013, 11:57am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/e46-bmw/232678/50 "2013-09-10T11:57:03Z")
[http://www.nyspeed.com/showthread.php?241962-1998-E36-M3-Sedan](http://www.nyspeed.com/showthread.php?241962-1998-E36-M3-Sedan) higher miles than what you want but a better driving experience ---
**Author:** ![Darksyde](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/ed655f/32.png) [@Darksyde](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Darksyde)\ **Post date:** [September 11, 2013, 8:21am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/e46-bmw/232678/51 "2013-09-11T08:21:12Z")
> [@thunderbunnycrisis](#): > > i mean are you shocked, Most of his cars have like 200k and are like 4 grand. Couldnt be farther from the truth in my case. Not gonna shit up the thread anymore though. ---
**Author:** ![Motocrossx23](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/motocrossx23/32/5120_2.png) [@Motocrossx23](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Motocrossx23)\ **Post date:** [September 11, 2013, 8:32am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/e46-bmw/232678/52 "2013-09-11T08:32:04Z")
Well, the black 325ci I was going to look at today was sold. I’m tempted on that 540 still… Car shopping sucks. ---
**Author:** ![Kramer](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/k/97f17d/32.png) [@Kramer](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Kramer)\ **Post date:** [September 11, 2013, 8:33am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/e46-bmw/232678/53 "2013-09-11T08:33:50Z")
Check out my M ---
**Author:** ![Shifty](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/shifty/32/4959_2.png) [@Shifty](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Shifty)\ **Post date:** [September 11, 2013, 8:38am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/e46-bmw/232678/54 "2013-09-11T08:38:46Z")
Checkout my M: ![http://i218.photobucket.com/albums/cc111/BMWFTW1/M3CCW_zpsfa2115c0.jpg](http://i218.photobucket.com/albums/cc111/BMWFTW1/M3CCW_zpsfa2115c0.jpg) Oh wait…mine is a slow automatic ☹ . . . . . . ---
**Author:** ![Kramer](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/k/97f17d/32.png) [@Kramer](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Kramer)\ **Post date:** [September 11, 2013, 8:54am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/e46-bmw/232678/55 "2013-09-11T08:54:02Z")
> [@Shifty](#): > > Checkout my M: > > ![http://i218.photobucket.com/albums/cc111/BMWFTW1/M3CCW_zpsfa2115c0.jpg](https://canada1.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/uploads/speedlife/original/3X/8/6/86c3489690210de40afe8d5f89b08e7d26c180db.jpeg) > > That is beautiful > > Oh wait…mine is a slow automatic ☹ > . > . > . > . > . > . that is beautiful ---
**Author:** ![llink78](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/llink78/32/8037_2.png) [@llink78](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/llink78)\ **Post date:** [September 11, 2013, 10:33am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/e46-bmw/232678/56 "2013-09-11T10:33:57Z")
[ATTACH=CONFIG]24540[/ATTACH] You can buy my sedan. Full suspention overhaul. All gaskets replaced. Headers, full 3" exhaust. Most of the parts for a m3 rear swap too. But the wheel arches in the rear are getting rusty. And the interior is looking its age 🙂 ---
**Author:** ![GV1390](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/gv1390/32/5432_2.png) [@GV1390](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/GV1390)\ **Post date:** [September 11, 2013, 10:37am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/e46-bmw/232678/57 "2013-09-11T10:37:39Z")
Mhmmm looks so damn good. ---
**Author:** ![llink78](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/llink78/32/8037_2.png) [@llink78](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/llink78)\ **Post date:** [September 11, 2013, 10:40am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/e46-bmw/232678/58 "2013-09-11T10:40:40Z")
Also have the stock style 68’s staggered with new good years in the front and hankook v12’s in the rear. ---
**Author:** ![Norb\_O](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/norb_o/32/5189_2.png) [@Norb\_O](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Norb_O)\ **Post date:** [September 11, 2013, 10:42am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/e46-bmw/232678/59 "2013-09-11T10:42:04Z")
go drive the 540 before you get too excited. They are big cars and may not be to your taste, especially given the slower steering ratio. Getting out of my woman’s B7 A4 and into mine while parking shuffling is like night and day. Maneuvering in parking lots takes more shuffling of the wheel but highway cruising is an effortless, 1 finger deal. The steering is by no means light and uncommunicative - the effort is still there (nice and weighted), but it just takes a a few more degrees of input to make it turn. Interiors: Compared to the E36/46 the interior is far roomier (if that’s important to you) and usually has improved touch surfaces (leather throughout, on door cards, some panels, etc). Little to no plastic. Also, any non-M E39 will not have LSD, so if you want decent sideways heaters it’ll cost a bit to bolt up an E39 M5 diff (usually $750 if you rebuild it yourself, which isn’t hard). I’d let you drive mine but the drivetrain doesn’t exactly pay homage to the original feel. It’s no Miata or Civic, but they’re relatively easy to work on, if not just more time consuming. Parts are expensive but you already knew that. ---
**Author:** ![Shifty](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/shifty/32/4959_2.png) [@Shifty](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Shifty)\ **Post date:** [September 11, 2013, 6:35pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/e46-bmw/232678/60 "2013-09-11T18:35:49Z")
Thanks. It has a 151k with not paint work. 6lbs of boost and 3.91 LSD. I have fun every time I drive it. > [@thunderbunnycrisis](#): > > that is beautiful I agree with Norb > [@Norb O](#): > > go drive the 540 before you get too excited. [Previous page](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/e46-bmw/232678.md?page=2) [Next page](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/e46-bmw/232678.md?page=4)