Overview & Reviews

BMW has seen fit to give the sedans and wagons a facelift for 2002. An in-dash CD player finally makes it onto the standard features list. The center stack has been altered to accommodate the new automatic climate controls. Steptronic automanual operation has been altered so that you move the transmission lever forward for downshifts and backward for upshifts. Bi-xenon headlamps are on the options list so that both low and high beams can glow a cold blue and can be set to automatic operation. Rear side airbags are available for coupes and convertibles. Two new colors, Electric Red and Gray Green (and a Natural Brown interior leather) join the color spectrum.

• Luxurious, powerful, exceptional road manners, available all-wheel drive for sedan and wagon.

• Pricey for their market segment, limited rear-seat space and cargo capacity.

User Reviews:

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  too much fun! - 2002 BMW 3-Series
  By sheridan54 - September 27 - 10:00 am

  just switched from a MB SLK 230 to the 330Ci convertible. thought i would miss the hard top convertible, but the performance more than makes up for the soft top! the pseudo-backseat is good carrying my dog, small friends, and their kids. top down driving is as almost as smooth as top up. and, this is not just a chick magnet, but also a guy magnet (for those of us women who own the car). everyone eyeballs this car!

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  well refined inline 6 - 2002 BMW 3-Series
  By retfalvi - September 15 - 2:00 am

  German mentality to build a car is that they tend not to cut corners in upcoming years and they continuously improving nuances on their cars. I frequently find myself more relaxed listening to the symphony of this inline six than music. Keep your impulses under careful check when you are sure that you have found a finer car, you may find a faster one, but good luck on the other aspects...

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  Fun to Drive but expensive to maintain - 2002 BMW 3-Series
  By DJ - August 29 - 10:40 pm

  I love the handling of my 325. I have encountered several problems with the car which it continues to add up. I have had three window regulators break which the company is aware of the problem, but will not do a recall. The rotors cannot be turned so brakes cost $400 just for the front. I had a bushing replaced which BMW dealership didnt put the parts back on the vehicle correctly. Be prepared when you go for an oil change, you will end up paying for more than a simple oil change. I cant believe the amount of magazines praising BMW cars. The magazines never mention anything about reliability or the lack of. I am disappointed with the quality of my 325.

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  Favorite - 2002 BMW 3-Series
  By RobertoK - August 29 - 2:00 am

  Despite a rash of early warranty repairs, this is my favorite car ever. The dealer has been excellent. The driving dynamics are unmatched for a sedan. The AWD is a champ in bad weather.

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  Zippy car to drive! - 2002 BMW 3-Series
  By Jan - August 23 - 5:30 am

  This is a fun car to drive. The 5 speed transmission is very smooth and it hangs onto a curve like its on rails! It averages 32-34 mpg when I drive it, 28-30 when my husband drives it. This is a third car and has never been driven in bad weather. We consider it our "fun car".

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  The Beamer 3 Series - 2002 BMW 3-Series
  By Cars4me89 - August 15 - 10:00 am

  What is there to tell, HELLO!!! Its a BMW for under $30,000. What more could you ask for. Well it is a very smooth ride and has good performance for the 2.5 litre 6 cylinder. Although pretty small, still great luxury. Great car for you new teen driver. Also had a wonderful warranty.

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  330ci - 2002 BMW 3-Series
  By darylw - August 15 - 7:40 am

  This is my 4th BMW. I believe the 3.0 engine best fits the size of the 3-series, with great acceleration and great fuel economy. The E46 product line is a great drivers platform that blends spirited driving traits with nice luxury touches

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  Great Car - 2002 BMW 3-Series
  By ///Mathew - August 5 - 4:53 am

  Simply, one of the best cars out there, I love mine. I love every little detail about it. Its a true BMW all the way around. It outranks it competitors. Ive been eyeing this car for 2 years. I pretty much knew i wanted it, didnt even consider wasting time with the other brands. 2 doors is the way to go

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  3 series - 2002 BMW 3-Series
  By Georgia - August 1 - 1:38 pm

  I got this car used for my sixteenth birthday. I have been driving it for four years and couldnt have asked for a more reliable vehicle! Minor problems include a reverse light that is easy to fix, a/c with a mind of its own, and temperature readings are never right for whatever reason. Also, I have had people steal the BMW stickers off my rims..but they are cheap and easy to replace. Great vehicle overall!!!

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  lovin it - 2002 BMW 3-Series
  By michael rundle - July 29 - 10:00 am

  This is actually my wifes car. The only time she lets me drive it is when she is with me and it is daytime. At night I always drive. I have to think up excuses to go out. Dont we need some bread-or something! The car handles like a dream. It would have been nice to have had a little more room in the trunk, but is ok for us. Test drive it without the salesman!