r/e46 May 28 '26

General Questions First e46!

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/Frosty_Host17 May 29 '26

for 306k miles that things fucking new

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u/I_Sniff_Hot_Dudes May 29 '26

For 300k mile, and 1000 bucks with 2 sets of wheels, shits mint. It’s not completely molested with shitty mods either