thinking about buying one of these. thanks for the videos! car looks great man. I live in michigan so I understand completely about the weather AND our terrible roads! hope to hear more good news
Hey Ryan, thanks so much for these videos of your e46 (and yours and other e39s too.) I just got myself an 02 330xi as well and your videos serve as a huge inspiration. Thanks again
Thanks Ryan for the great any many vlogs you've posted. I've driven a '02 330xi Touring Automatic for 2,5 years now and sure got inspired by some of your diy's. About the passenger mirror: the preset position you get when you go into reverse is adjustable/programmable by the adjuster knob when reverse gear is activated. This solution is so simple, you've probably tried it already. But I wanted to mention it anyway. Otherwise, the problem is your GM5-module, that's where the position is stored. As you've demonstrated, the motor is OK.
You've done the major tune ups. oil changes in engine, differentials, transmission, steering etc. those I'm looking forward to on my car, an 05 325XI. all the little issues you've mentioned, which you took care of most of it btw, are very common with e46s. I'm just jealous of your garage and tools. I've done control arms and bushing on the ground for me it was a killer job. one things tho, engine cover gasket can wear out quickly causing leak to the engine. consider changing that on your next tune up if you haven't . glad to see an E46 partner taking care of his car.
Dope car. I do same thing except my daily is 325ci and I've gone little overboard modding and tuning. I actually prefer it to any of my M cars now. Love all 46s 39s and 38s
really? i have a 330xi and i was kinda upset a little that a non xi would be faster. im glad to hear that you think its faster than a 328 that has only like 10 less hp. i love it also mine is a 5 speed too.
The "difficulty of driving this car" you are referring to is not just your car. My ZHP's clutch and gear transitions are kinda rough as well, and the car is completely healthy.
I hope to buy an e46 some time 330xi will certainly look for one with less miles than yours since im not experienced in car repair. btw how do you afford an M5 and e46 and all the repairs and go to college?
i was just wondering about the light situation as i have an 03 325xi and as u said when u put high beams on the fogs go out how did u disable that feature
+cash money I had to use BMW's software to code that dumb thing off so they all will be on at the same time. I don't know much about the HK audio to be honest, but I do always leave it on.
Love you videos! I am considering getting an 04 BMW 330xi. I see some on sale around me for $7-9,000 with around 70k-90k! I am in the NY area so I want reliability when winter comes my way. I am torn between this and an old Jeep Cherokee. My major concern is reliability, and I know around this many miles the water pump and thermostat tend to go... Any Suggestions on my next purchase?? Thank you for taking the time to read this!
+Copperateme Copperateme I am up in NY for college, so I can say that both are good cars. The 330xi is reliable, but like any German car, parts can get expensive if something goes wrong. The Cherokee would be a little less to repair, but probably worse on gas.
Can you give us the thicker spring pad info so we can order them? Also, which suspension components did you use, I have to do mine and I'm not sure which to go with. There's so many different brands and price ranges. I just want my car to drive good again and handle as good if not better than the stock sport suspension.
i had the same problem with the mirror not going down while reversing, but somehow it started working again when i moved the mirror up and down a few times.
Hello E39 source. In the video above Ryan talks about how he is going to make a DIY video about his Bluetooth. I wanted to know what kind of system he used in his beautiful car. Thank you. (3:26)
I have yet to get around to that actually. It's a TuneLink auto though, which plugs into the cigarette lighter (or flashlight to cigarette lighter adapter for the glovebox) and then the aux that you must install to the radio plugs into that. Then connect your phone to the TuneLink via bluetooth, and allow it to output to the car's aux. Effective bluetooth audio.
How was it running winter tires in the summer? Did it ever feel sketchy? A lot of people in my area seem to use winter tires all year because of our pitiful summers. I feel like you would have less control with the softer compound on a hot day, especially in tight turns. How did the tread hold up?
Hey Ryan, how much do the rust repairs typically run you? The good ol' Midwest has done it's damage to my cars as well. More minor, like what you had to fix on your M5. Finding a body shop that will fix rust is hard to come by in my area it seems though.
+Tom Chant For one area of small bubbles it's around $250, of course depending on the size of the area that needs to be re-finished so you don't see a paint mismatch.
+E39Source Thanks! That's more the range I figured it would cost for a *grind and paint* style of repair. I've been quoted MUCH higher than that to say the least. I'll keep looking
I'm from Santo Domingo in Dominican Republic and I'm so happy with your videos. I really respect your devotion and dedication with the bmw cars, specially with the E39 M5. I love your E39. Really impress with your knowledge. I'm trying to get an E60 M5, and I would like to have your opinion about that car. I'm concerned about fuel consumption. Thanks and god bless you!
+Duardy Estrella Thanks for the kind feedback, I'm glad you enjoy our content! The E60 M5 is a beast, but totally different than the E39. You don't get the same sensation of raw torque in the E60 though, so you won't notice that extra 100 horsepower until you're on the highway winding gears out to 8,000RPM. But then you feel it, and it's unreal. I wouldn't worry about fuel consumption, it's the same or better than the E39 M5. But neither car will get great consumption if you're driving the pants off them all the time. My dad dailys his E60 M5 in San Diego, and gets around 20MPH. Lots of highway, lots of traffic and city too. Not driven like a baby, but not raced either. I get around 17MPG in my E39 M5, but that's before my engine rebuild. I expect that it will increase a bit.
Thanks for your advice! I'll really consider it. I love more the E39 than E60 but here in my country is more difficult to get an E39. My biggest concern about the E39 is the VANOS problems. I see a lot of people talking about that.
+Duardy Estrella A lot of people talk about it... but issues aren't that common in my experience. If there are no check engine lights on for VANOS related issues, and the car drives well, forget about it. The 2002s 2003s are the best for VANOS. 2001 is better than 2000, but even my 2000 went to 192,000 without any issues. And I'm rebuilding the engine now, but in no way because of the VANOS, it still works beautifully. A lot of cases for VANOS related codes are the CPS (camshaft position sensors) which are cheaper and easier to replace than the VANOS units. Also Dr. VANOS has all this explained much better than I can, so read about it on their website if you're still concerned.
Hi Bryan! Like I told you I was trying to get an E60 M5, but miracously I got an E39 M5. It's a 2000 silver model with 73,000 miles. I'm so happy. Later I will send you pictures and talk about the car condition. God bless you!
I think you'll find a vanos rebuild adds a ton of torque-- the m54 is actually a pretty torquey engine. Not s62 torquey, but not lacking. Certainly shouldn't need to fight that much to get off the line. If it feels unsteerable at speed, you likely need many, many bushings replaced. My e46 (M3, but same suspension geometry) is more stable than my M5 at high speed (and every bushing in my M5 has
+obioban I really look forward to having the VANOS done, I think that'll make a nice difference. I probably need rear trailing arm and subframe bushings amount others, but that's a pain in the ass! I was told its the OE (not the Genuine BMW branding, but OE) by my shop, who I do trust very much!
Man, I'm new to your channel! You live in Ohio!? What county? I'm down in licking, and trying to find a 330i around the Columbus area for a budget, and can't seem to find one with a manual transmission... Probably going to wait until after this winter to resume my search. Currently driving a '01 740IL.. Loving it. edit: My quarter panels are doing bubbling as of now, do to the original owner retro fitting the M3 wheels on it.
Hey there, i have a 2000 323i with 200km. so yesterday it was -2*F so i went out and turned on the car and let it idle for 15min or so. and when i put it into drive it didn't move same with revers than i stepped out and notice their was a pretty big puddle of reddish oil. after moving back and forth the car started moving like normal looked under the car and it stooped leaking so i drove around and it was like nothing happen. I am still trying to figure out what happen if you have any suggestion that would be helpful. Thanks
I have the exact same car, but sport addition with Nav package. How do you get the lights programmed to all turn on like you said in the video? Want the ring lights to be on instead of just for the Police flash. And how did you program the windows to the fob?
This is also a sport edition, but the xi sports didn't get the lowering suspension like the rear wheel drive only models did. You need some coding software such as Carly, PASoft/BMW Scanner 1.4 or a trip to the dealer to enable those features.
E39Source, LLC Thank you for the advice. Is this car still going strong? I also have that rear passenger side light out on the interior. You said something about how you replace an interior light, I have looked online but haven't found any part numbers or specific light that I need. Could you link me to the light you purchased?
Truth I have sold the car and moved to California, but I sold it to a close friend. It still serves him well! Which light is out? The one in the c pillar that lights up the cabin or the “spot” light in the c pillar?
E39Source, LLC that's good to hear. I bought mine with 98k miles on it and hope to get life out of it. And it's the one that lights up the cabin. Like when you go to exit the vehicle and lock the car it doesn't turn on, but the one across from it does. What kind of coding device would you use? Run it from laptop with what kind of connector? Or is there a device for those software products that's like plug and use?
@@ShamloudTTV I don't recall ever replacing that. Is it maybe this? bit.ly/2UpWIGZ I like the Carly for quick and easy coding. I have a video coming on that.
+Deltanova93 I generally update the factory technology to the latest available. On my 2000 M5, I have bluetooth, auxiliary, widescreen 3D navigation, sirius xm radio, tape, cd, and fm/am. couldn't ask for more!
Hmm, that engine must have somethimg wrong with it and I did notice it took way to long for it to setel down att 800rpm wheen you started it. Have a 330xi touring manual my self (has the same 5th grear problem btw but how cares still works as normal just doesn't return to center allways, but after the 10th time you don't really even notice it any more). Also had a e39 540 4.4 touring for about a month (simply to big for my taste so sold it) and that thing did not feel any faster bellow 60mph. After it started to take of but before naah. To heavy and just slow. Even a friends s6 b6 4.2 feels pretty slow in lower speeds below 60) compared to the 330. But I do agree, it's an amazingly fun wintercar. Especially with Nokian Hakkapeliitta 8, fuse 39 I think it was pulled so the 4wd is completely mechanical it's seriously fun, only problem is it doesn't take long before your going close to 60mph sideways, also the 40/60 4wd helps a lot with that.... :):)
I've been recently looking at a 2002 BMW 330xi just like yours. The one I'm looking at has 160k miles on it. The man selling the car is asking $5800, as seen in the pictures from Craig'slist it appears to have little/no rust. I'm wondering if you could help me with what a good offer would be for the price and some things to look at in terms on the condition of the car. Thank you
+Adam Elis I could write a 1,000 page book on that. Just look it over very thoroughly. Drive it, feel and listen for anything weird. Check functionality of everything. The usual when car buying!
+cash money It's what the BMW techs would use. Unless you have very high computer and programming skills, let the dealer adjust that or find somebody who knows how to use the software and already has it, we won't distribute it.
+BMWSource An automatic would be so easy to drive. The manual in these cars (525i, 530, 325, 330) is, at least to me, more difficult to drive than a manual M3 or M5. Maybe it's all the torque those M engines make that makes it easier to pick up. The manual E46 is not HARD to drive, it's just very different than the Ms I am used to.
+E39Source An old German car or any old BMW with an automatic transmission I'd say stay away, though the newer ones with the automatics, & DCT's are better. However if you want an old BMW or any older German car you're better off with a manual that's just my preference. Also is the E46 SMG transmission jerky cause I've heard it in reviews. BTW is your E39 ///M5 easy to drive, & handle? Also is the BMW E46 3 series a good first car?
+BMWSource I have only driven the SMG-III transmission, which was used in the E60 M5. It's okay, but I'd much prefer the manual. It feels slow to shift and can be jerky at times. The E39 M5 is a dream to drive. The power, brakes, and handling are all fantastic! I would say that a nice E46 would be a great first car IF you can do some of the basic maintenance yourself to save cash (oil change, filters, brakes). If you can do suspension components too that will save you a ton down the road.
Quick question, why wouldn't you just buy a new head unit instead of going through all the steps to add everything you have added? I can understand the whole enjoyment part of it still being stock, but new head units don't look bad if you find the right fitting one.
Fair enough haha. I've had debates since I put mine in to go back to the OEM one... Honestly didn't appreciate how my car was until after I put it in and have sometimes had second thoughts on the new unit haha
Great car but great doesn't mean perfect. Keep up with it repairs and all. It better than the current models of any brand. Value is increasing but so will your blood. Change oil twice a year. Lifter noise for the first five seconds is okay. Seat belt recoil, replace. Disa valve good for about six years but at the first sign of rattling, change it. Takes a full ten minutes to warm up. Engine should produce more power. Address that. They come to life at 2500 rpm to 5500 rpm. Quick and fast. Chech subframe.
Hi David, thanks for the comment! I actually sold this 330xi to a friend in 2018 when I moved to California (and brought my M5 with me). He used it for the same purpose that I did (winter daily, protect M5s from elements) until he too moved west in 2020. From there it went to a third friend who used it as project car until the rust simply got too bad to bear. I had looked into having it addressed when it started, but it had been poorly repaired in the past and was too much effort and expense to remedy. I fear the car has been scrapped by now due to body failure- the engine and mechanicals stayed strong throughout he last time I saw it at over 260,000 miles.
Hey Ryan! i have a lil sound problem with my e39 and i dont know if u can help me to find out what the problem is, u can see the video on my channel that i put today! i would be very thankfull for ur help!
+Senad Selimovic Does it make that sound when the engine is cold? On cold starts, for the first several seconds or maybe up to a minute the secondary air pump runs and pumps hot air from the exhaust down onto the cats to warm them up faster so they're more efficient and thus the car makes cleaner emissions to start. The pump is located in front of the front passenger side wheel well, behind the bumper if that helps find the noise. This is normal, and if functioning correctly, they will all do this.
+E39Source Hey yes its doing that noise sometimes only when the engine is cold, so like u sad this is normal right? because the car works perfectly other wise.
@@E39Source Hearing your voice makes me feel like im listening to Cayde-6 (Which is a character in Destiny 2) Its really soothing, hes voiced by nathan fillion. I don't know why but your voice is very calming...
unfortunately I think my e46 will be going away soon. The previous owner did too much damage, every time I fix something, something else breaks. mine only has 120,000 miles at 15 years old. I'm used to vehicles that carry me well past 200,000, having said that I know it isn't the car's fault, or BMWs build quality, just a shitty original owner.
Car looks great especially considering the age and miles. I appreciate your attention to detail with your cars.
+BMB063 Thank you very much!
thinking about buying one of these. thanks for the videos! car looks great man. I live in michigan so I understand completely about the weather AND our terrible roads! hope to hear more good news
Hey Ryan, thanks so much for these videos of your e46 (and yours and other e39s too.) I just got myself an 02 330xi as well and your videos serve as a huge inspiration. Thanks again
Thanks Ryan for the great any many vlogs you've posted. I've driven a '02 330xi Touring Automatic for 2,5 years now and sure got inspired by some of your diy's. About the passenger mirror: the preset position you get when you go into reverse is adjustable/programmable by the adjuster knob when reverse gear is activated. This solution is so simple, you've probably tried it already. But I wanted to mention it anyway. Otherwise, the problem is your GM5-module, that's where the position is stored. As you've demonstrated, the motor is OK.
Awesome attention to detail
Change the rear lights to the LED ones. Pretty cheap. And the Indicators to clear white just like you did on the M5
You also can (and should, it's a HUGE improvement) code the halogen highs to come on with the xenon highs.
You've done the major tune ups. oil changes in engine, differentials, transmission, steering etc. those I'm looking forward to on my car, an 05 325XI. all the little issues you've mentioned, which you took care of most of it btw, are very common with e46s. I'm just jealous of your garage and tools. I've done control arms and bushing on the ground for me it was a killer job. one things tho, engine cover gasket can wear out quickly causing leak to the engine. consider changing that on your next tune up if you haven't . glad to see an E46 partner taking care of his car.
Hey Ryan! Recently purchased a 2002 e46 330xi just like yours except for the sport package, also go to Kent State though a sophomore.
very well done Ryan
Very nice. It's a nice E46 for a beater lol. I would suggest clear corners, side indicators, and Euro-spec tail lights for a nice touch
those are kick ass tires though i was looking at them but your video gave me way more detail of the thread nice
Thanks for these - great way to learn car talk / jargon in English :)
she looks awesome
Dope car. I do same thing except my daily is 325ci and I've gone little overboard modding and tuning. I actually prefer it to any of my M cars now. Love all 46s 39s and 38s
"HAHA AMG" Love it! I just picked up a 2003 330XI 5sp and absolutely love it! I think it is much peppier than my 1999 328i 5sp.
really? i have a 330xi and i was kinda upset a little that a non xi would be faster. im glad to hear that you think its faster than a 328 that has only like 10 less hp. i love it also mine is a 5 speed too.
The "difficulty of driving this car" you are referring to is not just your car. My ZHP's clutch and gear transitions are kinda rough as well, and the car is completely healthy.
I have heard that Leather conditioner (Sorry for the spelling if its wrong) should be working to speed up the seatbelt.
Hey Ryan! I have a 2003 BMW 330xi and I was wondering how did you install the wireless bluetooth in your car? I would love to know. Thanks
I hope to buy an e46 some time 330xi will certainly look for one with less miles than yours since im not experienced in car repair. btw how do you afford an M5 and e46 and all the repairs and go to college?
would love to know in more detail about that carbon audio
How fast the E60 M5 actually is without the limiter? I'm so tempted to remove the limiter of mine. Is that even possible?
Very nice car. Good vinter car!
How do you hold the wheel, hold the camera, and shift lol
Would you mind doing another update on this car? let us know how much the body work would have been, and just a general update :)
I will try to do an update soon! No bodywork has been done, and it's much worse now.
What is that home link you mentioned
i was just wondering about the light situation as i have an 03 325xi and as u said when u put high beams on the fogs go out how did u disable that feature
+cash money I had to use BMW's software to code that dumb thing off so they all will be on at the same time. I don't know much about the HK audio to be honest, but I do always leave it on.
Love you videos! I am considering getting an 04 BMW 330xi. I see some on sale around me for $7-9,000 with around 70k-90k! I am in the NY area so I want reliability when winter comes my way. I am torn between this and an old Jeep Cherokee. My major concern is reliability, and I know around this many miles the water pump and thermostat tend to go... Any Suggestions on my next purchase?? Thank you for taking the time to read this!
+Copperateme Copperateme I am up in NY for college, so I can say that both are good cars. The 330xi is reliable, but like any German car, parts can get expensive if something goes wrong. The Cherokee would be a little less to repair, but probably worse on gas.
Can you give us the thicker spring pad info so we can order them? Also, which suspension components did you use, I have to do mine and I'm not sure which to go with. There's so many different brands and price ranges. I just want my car to drive good again and handle as good if not better than the stock sport suspension.
+Rene G. Solis The part number for the tick rear pad is: 33531094754. I used OEM parts, Sachs for springs and genuine BMW (lemforder, sachs)
i had the same problem with the mirror not going down while reversing, but somehow it started working again when i moved the mirror up and down a few times.
+teemu2012 Hmm, I'll try that. Thanks!
Hello E39 source. In the video above Ryan talks about how he is going to make a DIY video about his Bluetooth. I wanted to know what kind of system he used in his beautiful car. Thank you. (3:26)
I have yet to get around to that actually. It's a TuneLink auto though, which plugs into the cigarette lighter (or flashlight to cigarette lighter adapter for the glovebox) and then the aux that you must install to the radio plugs into that. Then connect your phone to the TuneLink via bluetooth, and allow it to output to the car's aux. Effective bluetooth audio.
I got left and right seatbelts from pre-LCI e90, I believe they fit the E46, you can have them, I have no use for them.
+Yannique1 Really.. could you please email me? ryan@e39source.com. We can make some sort of a deal!
How was it running winter tires in the summer? Did it ever feel sketchy? A lot of people in my area seem to use winter tires all year because of our pitiful summers. I feel like you would have less control with the softer compound on a hot day, especially in tight turns. How did the tread hold up?
Winter tires are not safe at all in warmer temperatures...
What part of San Diego are you moving to? I live in Chula Vista weather is great!
+Jorge Lopez It'll be up north, around Sabre Springs!
Hey Ryan, how much do the rust repairs typically run you? The good ol' Midwest has done it's damage to my cars as well. More minor, like what you had to fix on your M5. Finding a body shop that will fix rust is hard to come by in my area it seems though.
+Tom Chant For one area of small bubbles it's around $250, of course depending on the size of the area that needs to be re-finished so you don't see a paint mismatch.
+E39Source Thanks! That's more the range I figured it would cost for a *grind and paint* style of repair. I've been quoted MUCH higher than that to say the least. I'll keep looking
I'm from Santo Domingo in Dominican Republic and I'm so happy with your videos. I really respect your devotion and dedication with the bmw cars, specially with the E39 M5. I love your E39. Really impress with your knowledge. I'm trying to get an E60 M5, and I would like to have your opinion about that car. I'm concerned about fuel consumption. Thanks and god bless you!
+Duardy Estrella Thanks for the kind feedback, I'm glad you enjoy our content! The E60 M5 is a beast, but totally different than the E39. You don't get the same sensation of raw torque in the E60 though, so you won't notice that extra 100 horsepower until you're on the highway winding gears out to 8,000RPM. But then you feel it, and it's unreal. I wouldn't worry about fuel consumption, it's the same or better than the E39 M5. But neither car will get great consumption if you're driving the pants off them all the time. My dad dailys his E60 M5 in San Diego, and gets around 20MPH. Lots of highway, lots of traffic and city too. Not driven like a baby, but not raced either. I get around 17MPG in my E39 M5, but that's before my engine rebuild. I expect that it will increase a bit.
Thanks for your advice! I'll really consider it. I love more the E39 than E60 but here in my country is more difficult to get an E39. My biggest concern about the E39 is the VANOS problems. I see a lot of people talking about that.
+Duardy Estrella A lot of people talk about it... but issues aren't that common in my experience. If there are no check engine lights on for VANOS related issues, and the car drives well, forget about it. The 2002s 2003s are the best for VANOS. 2001 is better than 2000, but even my 2000 went to 192,000 without any issues. And I'm rebuilding the engine now, but in no way because of the VANOS, it still works beautifully. A lot of cases for VANOS related codes are the CPS (camshaft position sensors) which are cheaper and easier to replace than the VANOS units. Also Dr. VANOS has all this explained much better than I can, so read about it on their website if you're still concerned.
Thanks again for your help! Hope everything will be great with your engine.
Hi Bryan! Like I told you I was trying to get an E60 M5, but miracously I got an E39 M5. It's a 2000 silver model with 73,000 miles. I'm so happy. Later I will send you pictures and talk about the car condition. God bless you!
I think you'll find a vanos rebuild adds a ton of torque-- the m54 is actually a pretty torquey engine. Not s62 torquey, but not lacking.
Certainly shouldn't need to fight that much to get off the line. If it feels unsteerable at speed, you likely need many, many bushings replaced. My e46 (M3, but same suspension geometry) is more stable than my M5 at high speed (and every bushing in my M5 has
+obioban I really look forward to having the VANOS done, I think that'll make a nice difference.
I probably need rear trailing arm and subframe bushings amount others, but that's a pain in the ass! I was told its the OE (not the Genuine BMW branding, but OE) by my shop, who I do trust very much!
Man, I'm new to your channel! You live in Ohio!? What county? I'm down in licking, and trying to find a 330i around the Columbus area for a budget, and can't seem to find one with a manual transmission... Probably going to wait until after this winter to resume my search. Currently driving a '01 740IL.. Loving it.
edit: My quarter panels are doing bubbling as of now, do to the original owner retro fitting the M3 wheels on it.
+CSGOHighlights Hey! I'm in Hudson, in Summit County, a bit north. Good luck on the 330i hunt!
would you say this car stock was "fast" or at least quick?
Compared to an E39 M5, this car is not quick. But for an everyday car it's pretty quick, yes.
Hey there, i have a 2000 323i with 200km. so yesterday it was -2*F so i went out and turned on the car and let it idle for 15min or so. and when i put it into drive it didn't move same with revers than i stepped out and notice their was a pretty big puddle of reddish oil. after moving back and forth the car started moving like normal looked under the car and it stooped leaking so i drove around and it was like nothing happen. I am still trying to figure out what happen if you have any suggestion that would be helpful.
Thanks
+PeppersOnChili Sounds like transmission fluid. Check the level!!!
+Bobby O'Hearn how do you check it though?
+Peppers OnChilli There is no dipstick, so you have to get under the car to check it. Look on the forums, there's a procedure.
I have the exact same car, but sport addition with Nav package. How do you get the lights programmed to all turn on like you said in the video? Want the ring lights to be on instead of just for the Police flash. And how did you program the windows to the fob?
This is also a sport edition, but the xi sports didn't get the lowering suspension like the rear wheel drive only models did.
You need some coding software such as Carly, PASoft/BMW Scanner 1.4 or a trip to the dealer to enable those features.
E39Source, LLC Thank you for the advice. Is this car still going strong? I also have that rear passenger side light out on the interior. You said something about how you replace an interior light, I have looked online but haven't found any part numbers or specific light that I need. Could you link me to the light you purchased?
Truth I have sold the car and moved to California, but I sold it to a close friend. It still serves him well!
Which light is out? The one in the c pillar that lights up the cabin or the “spot” light in the c pillar?
E39Source, LLC that's good to hear. I bought mine with 98k miles on it and hope to get life out of it. And it's the one that lights up the cabin. Like when you go to exit the vehicle and lock the car it doesn't turn on, but the one across from it does.
What kind of coding device would you use? Run it from laptop with what kind of connector?
Or is there a device for those software products that's like plug and use?
@@ShamloudTTV I don't recall ever replacing that. Is it maybe this? bit.ly/2UpWIGZ
I like the Carly for quick and easy coding. I have a video coming on that.
So will your blood pressure. [Correction]
What do you think about the Erisin ES2046B 7" Navi, for the E46?
+Deltanova93 It looks okay. However, it is an aftermarket product, and they often have varying degrees of quality and compatibility.
But better than an old casset player haha :D. I don't know, what would you suggest me? The original? But isn't it outdated?
+Deltanova93 I generally update the factory technology to the latest available. On my 2000 M5, I have bluetooth, auxiliary, widescreen 3D navigation, sirius xm radio, tape, cd, and fm/am. couldn't ask for more!
Hmm, that engine must have somethimg wrong with it and I did notice it took way to long for it to setel down att 800rpm wheen you started it. Have a 330xi touring manual my self (has the same 5th grear problem btw but how cares still works as normal just doesn't return to center allways, but after the 10th time you don't really even notice it any more). Also had a e39 540 4.4 touring for about a month (simply to big for my taste so sold it) and that thing did not feel any faster bellow 60mph. After it started to take of but before naah. To heavy and just slow. Even a friends s6 b6 4.2 feels pretty slow in lower speeds below 60) compared to the 330.
But I do agree, it's an amazingly fun wintercar. Especially with Nokian Hakkapeliitta 8, fuse 39 I think it was pulled so the 4wd is completely mechanical it's seriously fun, only problem is it doesn't take long before your going close to 60mph sideways, also the 40/60 4wd helps a lot with that.... :):)
Sometimes it settles down faster, sometimes slower. It depends on how warm the ambient and engine temperatures are. Nothing is wrong with it.
I've been recently looking at a 2002 BMW 330xi just like yours. The one I'm looking at has 160k miles on it. The man selling the car is asking $5800, as seen in the pictures from Craig'slist it appears to have little/no rust. I'm wondering if you could help me with what a good offer would be for the price and some things to look at in terms on the condition of the car. Thank you
+Adam Elis I could write a 1,000 page book on that. Just look it over very thoroughly. Drive it, feel and listen for anything weird. Check functionality of everything. The usual when car buying!
Thank you!
is it something you have to buy from bmw
+cash money It's what the BMW techs would use. Unless you have very high computer and programming skills, let the dealer adjust that or find somebody who knows how to use the software and already has it, we won't distribute it.
Passenger airbag, im woriking at a bmw shop i norway. Done it a lot of times now.
At 24:10 you said your E46 330xi is hard to drive, is the E46 3 series difficult or easy to drive?
+BMWSource An automatic would be so easy to drive. The manual in these cars (525i, 530, 325, 330) is, at least to me, more difficult to drive than a manual M3 or M5. Maybe it's all the torque those M engines make that makes it easier to pick up. The manual E46 is not HARD to drive, it's just very different than the Ms I am used to.
+E39Source An old German car or any old BMW with an automatic transmission I'd say stay away, though the newer ones with the automatics, & DCT's are better. However if you want an old BMW or any older German car you're better off with a manual that's just my preference. Also is the E46 SMG transmission jerky cause I've heard it in reviews. BTW is your E39 ///M5 easy to drive, & handle? Also is the BMW E46 3 series a good first car?
+BMWSource I have only driven the SMG-III transmission, which was used in the E60 M5. It's okay, but I'd much prefer the manual. It feels slow to shift and can be jerky at times. The E39 M5 is a dream to drive. The power, brakes, and handling are all fantastic! I would say that a nice E46 would be a great first car IF you can do some of the basic maintenance yourself to save cash (oil change, filters, brakes). If you can do suspension components too that will save you a ton down the road.
It's actually 225hp and 230tq
Very nice car, just a few rust fixes needed.
+Chriszeh Thanks! I live in Northeastern Ohio right now, but I'm moving to San Diego, California in about a year!
Quick question, why wouldn't you just buy a new head unit instead of going through all the steps to add everything you have added? I can understand the whole enjoyment part of it still being stock, but new head units don't look bad if you find the right fitting one.
+Nick Really it didn't cost me much at all to do the OEM parts, and I'm just an OEM guy.
Fair enough haha. I've had debates since I put mine in to go back to the OEM one... Honestly didn't appreciate how my car was until after I put it in and have sometimes had second thoughts on the new unit haha
take your car to bmw m spec.
in queens nyc there good with bmw
Silicone Spray on the seat belt and it'll work fine :)
Great car but great doesn't mean perfect. Keep up with it repairs and all. It better than the current models of any brand. Value is increasing but so will your blood. Change oil twice a year. Lifter noise for the first five seconds is okay. Seat belt recoil, replace. Disa valve good for about six years but at the first sign of rattling, change it. Takes a full ten minutes to warm up. Engine should produce more power. Address that. They come to life at 2500 rpm to 5500 rpm. Quick and fast. Chech subframe.
Hi David, thanks for the comment! I actually sold this 330xi to a friend in 2018 when I moved to California (and brought my M5 with me). He used it for the same purpose that I did (winter daily, protect M5s from elements) until he too moved west in 2020. From there it went to a third friend who used it as project car until the rust simply got too bad to bear. I had looked into having it addressed when it started, but it had been poorly repaired in the past and was too much effort and expense to remedy. I fear the car has been scrapped by now due to body failure- the engine and mechanicals stayed strong throughout he last time I saw it at over 260,000 miles.
Hey Ryan!
i have a lil sound problem with my e39 and i dont know if u can help me to find out what the problem is, u can see the video on my channel that i put today!
i would be very thankfull for ur help!
+Senad Selimovic Does it make that sound when the engine is cold? On cold starts, for the first several seconds or maybe up to a minute the secondary air pump runs and pumps hot air from the exhaust down onto the cats to warm them up faster so they're more efficient and thus the car makes cleaner emissions to start. The pump is located in front of the front passenger side wheel well, behind the bumper if that helps find the noise. This is normal, and if functioning correctly, they will all do this.
+E39Source Hey
yes its doing that noise sometimes only when the engine is cold, so like u sad this is normal right? because the car works perfectly other wise.
+Senad Selimovic Yeah no worries, that's a US emissions feature working.
+E39Source ok man thx for ur help it means a lot to me.
Why do you sound like Cayde-6 from Destiny 2
I don't know what any of that means lol
@@E39Source Hearing your voice makes me feel like im listening to Cayde-6 (Which is a character in Destiny 2) Its really soothing, hes voiced by nathan fillion. I don't know why but your voice is very calming...
@@forceartz6522 Well thank you!
13:57 It was the passenger one.
Also dont know why your car rusted so badly, mine was treated like a 5 dollar hooker and there is 0 rust.
This Germany on good America
unfortunately I think my e46 will be going away soon. The previous owner did too much damage, every time I fix something, something else breaks. mine only has 120,000 miles at 15 years old. I'm used to vehicles that carry me well past 200,000, having said that I know it isn't the car's fault, or BMWs build quality, just a shitty original owner.
You americans are so naive to think that this car only has that little miles on it. You can turn the mileage back ya know ...
+Randomeris1 Sure, and then go to prison!
+E39Source. Well yeah, but what can you do, it happens practically all the time.
please try to make shorter videos
+oamanaz676 I always try, but I like to be thorough and talk about everything that has gone on!
+E39Source I like the longer videos 😀
Car looks great especially considering the age and miles. I appreciate your attention to detail with your cars.