2003 BMW 325Ci Sport Auto - 45,200 Miles

Highlights

• Just two former registered keepers, with the same family for over 22 years
• Service book with 13 stamps to 43,312 miles
• Private registration plate included in the sale
• MOT valid until January 2027 - vendor notes advisories and minor defects have been rectified

The Appeal

The BMW E46 325Ci Sport is among the most coveted variants of the celebrated E46 generation. Its naturally aspirated 2.5-litre inline-six is renowned for its smooth, linear power delivery, while the Sport specification adds visual and dynamic distinction to an already elegant and well-balanced coupé.

This Topaz Blue Metallic example has enjoyed stable custodianship. Pre-registered by BMW in early 2003, it was purchased by its first private keeper when just five months old and has remained within the same family ever since, a period spanning over 22 years. That continuity of care is reflected throughout, with servicing carried out by both BMW dealers and a trusted local garage. The service book carries 13 stamps to 43,312 miles, documenting a life of attentive, unhurried use. With little mileage covered in recent years, this 325Ci Sport presents well and should appeal to the discerning E46 enthusiast.

Key Information

• Mileage: 45,200 miles (supported by service history)
• Country of registration: United Kingdom
• MOT status: valid until 24 January 2027 - vendor notes advisories and minor defects have been rectified
• Technical specs: 2.5-litre M54B25 inline-six producing 192 hp and 245 Nm, five-speed automatic
• Paperwork: owner's manuals, service book, V5C and MOT certificate

Service history:

01/24 – 43,312 miles – Crowthorne Service Centre (Oil Service, Inspection II)
08/23 – 42,786 miles – Crowthorne Service Centre (Oil Service)
01/22 – 41,255 miles – Crowthorne Service Centre (Oil Service, Inspection II)
10/20 – 40,180 miles – Crowthorne Service Centre (Oil Service, Inspection I)
08/18 – 37,482 miles – Sytner Sunningdale BMW Service (Brake Fluid, Oil Service, Microfilter)

08/16 – 33,113 miles – Sytner Sunningdale BMW Service (Brake Fluid, Oil Service, Inspection I, Microfilter)
06/14 – 28,320 miles – Crowthorne Service Centre (Oil Service, Microfilter)
06/12 – 23,767 miles – Sytner Sunningdale BMW Service (Brake Fluid, Inspection II, Microfilter)
06/10 – 18,867 miles – Sytner Sunningdale BMW Service (Brake Fluid, Coolant, Oil Service, Microfilter)
08/07 – 14,366 miles – Sytner Sunningdale BMW Service (Brake Fluid, Inspection I)
08/05 – 8,426 miles – William Jacks Sunningdale BMW Service (Brake Fluid, Oil Service, Microfilter)
01/03 – Pre-delivery – Barons of Farnborough (Pre-delivery Check)

The Detail

• Pre-registered by BMW, then purchased privately when five months old
• Subsequently transferred to the current registered keeper (husband of the original purchaser)
• Maintained by BMW dealers and latterly by a trusted local garage
• Most recent service carried out in January 2024 at 43,312 miles (oil service and Inspection II)
• Little mileage covered in recent years
• The vendor states the bodywork is straight and true with no obvious signs of previous damage
• The vendor states the paintwork is very good with very few marks
• The vendor states the interior is in very good condition for its age with very little wear to the leather seats
• The vendor reports the car drives smoothly and quietly
• Current MOT notes indicator tell-tales inoperative (minor defects) and nearside front inner steering rack with slight free play; vendor notes these have been rectified
• Topaz Blue Metallic
• 18-inch alloy wheels
• Electrically adjustable front seats with three-position driver memory
• Beige leather interior with wood inlays
• BMW Business stereo
• Cruise control
• Toolkit supplied
• Private registration plate included in the sale

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