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Used 2013 BMW 3 Series for sale
BMW 3 Series 320d M Sport Automatic Performance Pack
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€14,990
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Could suit you if…
- Your usual group fits within 5 seats, including the driver. Check passenger space and any child-seat fit in person.
- You regularly make longer journeys: diesel may fit that pattern better than a routine of mostly short trips. Compare actual running costs.
- You would prefer less gear changing in traffic: the recorded automatic transmission may suit. Try how this exact gearbox behaves on a test drive.
Think twice if…
- You need to carry more than 5 people together: the advert records 5 seats, including the driver.
- Most journeys are short school runs or local trips: check whether this diesel has a particulate filter and what longer runs its handbook requires.
- You need predictable ownership costs: at around 13 years old and 108,000 km, check maintenance records and upcoming work. Mileage alone does not tell you the car's condition.
- You need servicing to fit a tight budget: Spanner estimates higher maintenance costs for this type. Get quotes for the exact engine and gearbox before committing.
This is general guidance about this type of car and your needs — not an inspection or approval of this individual car.
This is the F30-generation 3 Series (2012–2019) — common diesel choices are the 2.0-litre 320d and the 3.0-litre 330d; the 2.0 diesels are the most common and frugal. BMW automatics on these cars are generally the ZF 8-speed; they shift smoothly but need periodic fluid/filter servicing. Also watch diesel-specific items: DPF and EGR can give troubles if the car has mainly short urban journeys, and some 2.0 diesels (N47 family) historically had timing-chain issues on high-mileage engines.
- Automatic gearbox: verify fluid/filter change history and that shifts are smooth with no jerking or delayed engagement.
- DPF / EGR / turbo condition: ask for evidence of regular motorway runs or recent DPF regens; look for heavy smoke or warning lights.
- Timing chain (if 2.0-litre N47 diesel): listen for rattling on cold start and check receipts or invoices if the chain/tensioner has been serviced.
- Cooling system and oil leaks: check for water-pump/thermostat history and oil seepage around the valve cover/oil filter housing.
- Suspension and bush wear: check for knocks, uneven tyre wear and condition of front wishbone/track-rod bushes on rough Irish roads.
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2013 BMW 320D 2.0 Diesel M-Sport Automatic. Low mileage: 100,000 km / 62,000 miles. Extras include a full M Performance body kit, upgraded 19" alloy wheels with new tyres and rear privacy glass. Comes fully serviced and valeted with a new NCT. Two keys included. 3–12 month warranty packages available. Excellent condition throughout. Nationwide delivery arranged. Trade-ins welcome. Located in Centre Park Road, Cork. Please note: all viewings must be booked one hour in advance.