2002 BMW 325ci For Sale
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Vivek Nayyar
Published: November 17th, 2025
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The seller offers this 2002 BMW 325Ci 5-speed in San Diego, a second-owner black/tan coupe with 168k mostly freeway miles, full packages, OEM M3 wheels, GROM Bluetooth, and comprehensive OEM maintenance records for E46 enthusiasts.
Location: San Diego, California/USA (92128)
Price: $10,500 OBO
Key Details
- Make/Model: BMW 325Ci 5-Speed
- Engine: 2.5L inline-6
- Transmission: 5-speed manual
- Mileage: 168,661 miles
- VIN: WBABN33492JW52491
- Title: Clean (California)
Condition
- Always garaged Southern California car
- Dashboard/trim excellent
- All electronics functional (A/C cold)
- No warning lights/codes/squeaks/rattles
- Passes smog (recent at Star Station, Poway)
Performance Highlights
- 2.5L M54 inline-6 engine
- 184 horsepower
- Rear-wheel drive
- 5-speed manual transmission (original clutch, no slip)
Known Issues
- Driver manual key insert does not turn (wireless keys/valet work)
- Minor seat wear (fair condition)
- Hood/front bumper rock chips (touch-up)
- Small cosmetic imperfections on rear bumper
Upgrades & Features
- Premium, Sport, Cold Weather packages
- OEM M3 18-inch wheels (square) with Michelin Pilot Sport AS4 tires (2,112 miles)
- GROM Audio Bluetooth retrofit
- OEM BMW roof rack, bike rack attachment, Thule ski/snowboard rack
- JL Audio W3 10-inch subwoofer with 1000W amp (removable)
- E46 fitted car cover, factory tool kit, Car and Driver dash cam
- BMW OEM weatherproof liners
- Maintenance includes cooling overhaul at 134k (pump, radiator, tank, thermostat, hoses), fuel pump at 155k, valve cover at 151k, oil every 6–8k (latest 11/5), control arms/bushings at 68k, trans service at 97k, brakes at 123k, window regulator, battery (5k miles old)
Additional Information
- Second owner since 2008 (17 years)
- Full binder of receipts/registrations/smog since new
- Original window sticker/manual
- Two original keys + valet
- Walk-around video: YouTube
- More photos: Google Photos
- Imperfections close-ups: Google Photos
- The seller welcomes inspections/test drives in Rancho Bernardo
- Shipping available
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