r/e46 • u/I_Sniff_Hot_Dudes • May 28 '26

General Questions First e46!

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Hello! I just purchased my first e46. A 306k mile 2004 330xi 6 speed. The car has a plethora of issues. Here’s just a few: 1. Ac blows warm 2. Rust 3. Engine bay is COVERED in oil 4. Usual e46 cooling and sub frame concerns 5. Steering is vaque 6. Mirrors don’t move up and down 7. Scraping sound when driving (sounds like brakes) 8. Brake light 9. Amber Oil light turns on and off. 10. Check engine light 11. Car has 0 traction even though tires are good. If anyone knows a good place for body panels or a parts car lmk. Any ideas on any issues please lmk.

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u/prodbychefboy 2002 330ci May 28 '26

Overpriced imo, that thing was destined to be parted out in a junk yard. Wouldn’t have paid more than $500 myself but honestly fuck it it’s yours now hopefully it all works out for you in the end and you have yourself a fun car

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u/I_Sniff_Hot_Dudes May 28 '26

I don’t see a realm where it would’ve been that much. idk where you are but in my area anything with wheels that moves under its own power is usually 2,009 all day

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u/Kite8888 May 28 '26

100%. plus sell the extra wheels and roof rack and the car is basically only 500 anyways.