E46 325 Convertible

[OllieC]

Hi All,

Looking at a new car for the Mrs with a view to purchase next Tuesday. 325i Sport Convertible. I've got an E90 and this is a 2005 E46. Any common faults / problems to look for in an E46? I'm assuming all E46 convertible have electric roof??? I'm buying from a main dealer so don't have mechanical worries as such but any tips greatfully received.

Thanks.

Ollie

[IanIOM]

Everything is electronic,and it all tends to work! Very few faults recorded and the engine sounds fantastic with the roof down.

All we need now is the sun

[mr metatarsal]

do main dealers sell cars that old? Try the auctions,bca usually offload the BM dealers partexs. If its got a history and reasonable miles,wont be much wrong with it,so you cant lose really.

[IanIOM]

Yep if its a proper car with excellent miles and history the dealers are happy to have them on sale

[OllieC]

Thanks for your replies. Its a 2005 with sub 40K and is like new so hopefully no worries and has 12 month warranty. Just never had a soft top before so wanted any feedback positive or negative!