Overview. Released in August 2000, the BMW E46 Mk.I (E46.I) 3-Series convertible was a four-seat convertible with a power-operated, soft-top roof. Manufactured in Germany, the rear-wheel drive E46 3-Series convertible range initially consisted of the 330Ci. The range underwent a minor update in October 2003 with the introduction of six-speed Depending on what maintenance has been done, expect to pour another $1-2k into it in parts to bring it up to snuff. If you decide you can forego the ZHP, a closer price would be $7,500 and up for a non-ZHP E46. Maintenance will be basically the same between a non-ZHP E46 and a ZHP E46. If you decide to go for a non-ZHP E46, I definitely suggest I've had three three series (two e46) and an X3, and am now looking at a 135i that is a good value. I liked the 1-series much more than the new 3-series, but I actually would almost prefer the 128 because honestly, the turbo scares me a little -- I usually drive my BMWs to well over 100k. BMW E46 3 Series Cabrio 330Ci Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight. Wheelbase : 107.09 inches / 272.0 cm. Length : 176.77 inches / 449.0 cm. Width : The E46 330 offers the perfect starting package, and Spec E46 has seen a surge in entrants over the last few years, all racing 2001-2006 BMW 330i and 330Ci models. While SpecE46 shows what these can do as racecars, some of the same upgrades the racers use (and BimmerWorld makes/supplies) can be applied to their street counterparts to achieve 4951 posts · Joined 2002. #4 · Nov 2, 2003 (Edited) You will find the technical specifications as Technic has suggested. The 330i ZHP option was introduced partway through the 2003 model year. Differences (for 2004 models): -- Slightly modified engine (rated 235 hp instead of 225) -- Different exhuast. BMW's get pricey to maintain, and modifications are more expensive. G35's are cheaper to maintain and easier to modify, but don't look nearly as good as the Ci Coupe. The Ci is an E46 car, which was the series just before the E90. My personal 330i is the E90 variant, which is up-tuned form the E46 car, stiffer suspension, but also a bit fatter. 9001 posts · Joined 2003. #3 · Jun 7, 2005. The ratio's between the two tranny's are almost identical. Otherwise there are 2 main differences: 1) 1st gear on the 6MT is shorter then 1st on the 5MT: 5MT 1st gear = 4.23. 6MT 1st gear = 4.35. 2) The 6MT has a sixth gear which is .83 (or something close). 2004 BMW 330ci ZHP Package. Owner: Shane Stephens. Engine: 3.2L six-cylinder 24v with Active Autowerke Stage 2 supercharger kit, front-mount intercooler, headers and exhaust system, Radenergie 93ZW.

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