Basic information and history

The E46 generation of the BMW 3 Series Cabriolet stands today as one of the last purely analogue interpretations of the concept, and the 330Ci represented the top of the range with the naturally aspirated M54B30 engine. The 3.0-litre straight-six delivers 231 hp with the smooth throttle response and characteristic sound that has made this engine family a favourite among enthusiasts. It also features a fully automatic fabric soft top, rear-wheel drive and a weight distribution that still holds up well. The 2002 model year falls early in the convertible's production run, before the facelift, giving it the original front and rear styling.

This example is a 2002 BMW 330Ci Convertible with an odometer reading of 198,000 km, a figure the seller states can be guaranteed. The car is imported from Germany and was thus not originally sold in Sweden. It has had a total of four owners. The seller describes the car as sparingly used on fine summer days and states that it has not consumed any oil during the 1,000 km driven in current ownership. The vehicle has passed inspection and can be driven as it stands. There is no deductible VAT on the vehicle and it is free of loans.

Equipment and options

• Large navigation system (16:9)
• Large climate control system with automatic A/C
• Heated front seats
• DSC, large traction control system
• Automatic headlights
• Phone in the centre console
• DVD player
• Xenon headlights

The car is said to be mainly in original condition. However, a previous owner has replaced certain details with M Sport-spec parts, both exterior and interior. The cover plastic on the phone in the centre console is in poorer condition, which the seller describes as normal for its age.

Condition

Body and exterior: Both the paint and the body are described by the seller as being in good condition. The front has been repaired at some point by a previous owner, and the seller notes that a 25-year-old car naturally has some wear and tear. The plastic near the boot handle has a crack. The windows are assessed to be in excellent condition. The soft top fits well and the roof mechanism works flawlessly according to the seller.

Interior: The interior and instrument panel are described as being in good condition, while the headliner is assessed as excellent. The instrument panel is free of warning lights, the trip meter works, all seat belts function and the audio/media system is operational. The climate control system works as it should. There are two electrical remarks: the phone in the centre console does not work, and the CD changer in the boot does not appear to function.

Tyres and wheels: The wheels have some kerb scuffing. The front tyres are worn, and the rear tyres also show some wear. Two new summer tyres can be included with the car.

Mechanics and function: The engine, gearbox and brakes are all described as being in excellent condition. The engine starts and runs flawlessly according to the seller, and the gearbox shifts without complaint. At the most recent inspection, oil was noted under the engine, where the seller states that there was barely any oil residue and that the car has not consumed oil during the ownership period, as well as that the third brake light is not functioning due to play in the cable or connector, wear on the right front tyre, and that a clip for the battery mount is missing.

Service history

The seller states that the car is fully serviced. However, there are no receipts or other documentation to substantiate the service history. The most recent inspection was carried out on 2026-07-01 with the remarks noted above. The car passed without requiring a re-inspection, and the next inspection is due on 2027-09-30.

Summary

A 330Ci Convertible from 2002 with the sought-after naturally aspirated six-cylinder engine, generous equipment including the large navigation system, automatic climate control, xenon and DSC, as well as certain M Sport details added by a previous owner. The car is imported from Germany, has covered 198,000 km with a guaranteed odometer reading, and has had four owners.

The engine, gearbox and brakes are described as being in excellent condition, and the roof mechanism works without issue. Known points to consider are worn tyres with kerb scuffing on the wheels, a non-functioning phone in the centre console and CD changer, the crack in the plastic near the boot handle, and a previously repaired front. The seller describes the overall impression as very fine, and the car as sparingly used in summer, an interesting object for anyone seeking an E46 convertible with the right engine and a high level of equipment.