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Used 2016 BMW 3 Series for sale
2016 BMW 3 330E 2.0
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Could suit you if…
- Many journeys are local or relatively short: petrol can fit that use without choosing diesel just for occasional long trips.
- 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 room for several children or extra passengers: the seat count is not recorded. Confirm this exact version's seats and child-seat fit; do not assume from the model name.
- You need predictable ownership costs: at around 10 years old and 32,999 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; 2016 petrol models are commonly 2.0-litre turbo units paired with an 8-speed automatic gearbox. Petrols avoid diesel DPF/EGR headaches but the turbo and direct-injection system need attention; some earlier 2.0 turbo engines of this family had timing-chain guide issues, so check for any related work. The ZF 8-speed auto is smooth but expensive to repair — a documented gearbox fluid/service history is valuable. Parts are widely available in Ireland but dealer labour and original parts cost more than mainstream brands.
- Automatic gearbox: smooth, no hesitation or hard shifts; ask for gearbox fluid/service history and test through all ratios.
- Cold start and idle: listen for rattling from the timing-chain/guide (especially on 2.0 turbo engines) and check for oil leaks around the valve-cover/oil-filter housing.
- Boost system: under hard acceleration check for turbo lag or blue/black smoke and inspect intercooler and boost hoses for cracks or oil contamination.
- Suspension and steering: drive for knocks or clunks (drop-links, anti-roll bar links, track-rod ends) and check for uneven tyre wear and any rear subframe/inner-arch corrosion given the age.
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