Inspect rear wheel arches, side skirts (especially under M Sport covers), and jacking points .
The plastic radiator necks and water pumps are known failure points; look for service records of replacements . BMW 3 SERIES E36 1.43
Smooth straight-six power; the 328i offers superior torque . 3.0L/3.2L 6-Cyl Inspect rear wheel arches, side skirts (especially under
Listen for clunks from the front lower arms or rear damper top mounts during a test drive . 🚗 Model Selection Guide Engine Type Key Characteristic 318is 1.8L 4-Cyl Lightweight and rev-happy; great entry-level choice . 325i/328i 2.5L/2.8L 6-Cyl Inspect rear wheel arches