FS in Southern CA: 2004 330i ZHP - Imola/alcantara, AT.

[Will]

Saw this on Craigslist, thought someone might be interested. It looks like a clean one, and seems reasonably priced.

https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/cto/d/laguna-niguel-2004-bmw-330i-zhp/6805592268.html

[fredo]

This one looks REALLY sharp. Good find. :thumbsup

[danewilson77]

This one looks REALLY sharp. Good find. :thumbsup+1

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[tripod06]

I personally looked at this ZHP on Friday. Engine wise, it’s beautiful. Babied and clean. No leaks, smells, spills, nothing. Runs super strong and shifts smooth. Rides great and everything works very well. Cosmetically needs work on the front bumper, can be seen in the picture the gray at the bottom left which runs along the whole front side and the grills would need replacing, perfect chance to get some matte black ones. Missing left fog lamp also. Interior has the dynavin Android nav, not the OEM, but is missing the nav disc so nav doesn’t work right. The front pillar adhesive on both sides are peeling, probably an easy fix with some new adhesive right? Seats are in great condition considering the age of the car. Only real thing that needs replacing is the back ashtray storage compartment but that’s about it. All in all, seems like a heathy and great car. I’m seriously considering it for myself but not sure about the price for some of the cosmetic work.

[fredo]

I replaced some of the items you mentioned back in 2015, when I bought my ZHP:

Fog light $99
A pillar covers $71 each

I know a body shop that would take care of the front bumper for $300. But prices will be higher in California. GL on your decision. I believe you could fix the cosmetic stuff one step at a time, those are not urgent issues.

[johnrando]

I personally looked at this ZHP on Friday. Engine wise, it’s beautiful. Babied and clean. No leaks, smells, spills, nothing. Runs super strong and shifts smooth. Rides great and everything works very well. Cosmetically needs work on the front bumper, can be seen in the picture the gray at the bottom left which runs along the whole front side and the grills would need replacing, perfect chance to get some matte black ones. Missing left fog lamp also. Interior has the dynavin Android nav, not the OEM, but is missing the nav disc so nav doesn’t work right. The front pillar adhesive on both sides are peeling, probably an easy fix with some new adhesive right? Seats are in great condition considering the age of the car. Only real thing that needs replacing is the back ashtray storage compartment but that’s about it. All in all, seems like a heathy and great car. I’m seriously considering it for myself but not sure about the price for some of the cosmetic work.Those all seem like straightforward fixes. GL w ur decision.

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[loemerich]

Not to hijack this tread but where did you get new A-pillar covers? Mine are ripe for replacement as well.

[loemerich]

I replaced some of the items you mentioned back in 2015, when I bought my ZHP:

Fog light $99
A pillar covers $71 each

I know a body shop that would take care of the front bumper for $300. But prices will be higher in California. GL on your decision. I believe you could fix the cosmetic stuff one step at a time, those are not urgent issues.

Sorry, meant to quote this: where did you buy the A-pillar covers?

[fredo]

I bought the A pillars at thebmwminipartstore.com

These are the part numbers:

51437902933 - left side
51437902934 - right side

Don't forget the 2 inserts: 51437902805

[Will]

I personally looked at this ZHP on Friday. ... All in all, seems like a heathy and great car. I’m seriously considering it for myself but not sure about the price for some of the cosmetic work.

Seems like a solid car from your description. There's a body shop on the corner of Euclid and 405 NB on/off ramp that has a huge banner that says bumper repaint for $300 or $350 if I remember correctly.

What about your current zhp, or will you just have 2?

[tripod06]

Seems like a solid car from your description. There's a body shop on the corner of Euclid and 405 NB on/off ramp that has a huge banner that says bumper repaint for $300 or $350 if I remember correctly.

What about your current zhp, or will you just have 2?

My mystic blue ZHP was stolen in 2012. Hence a huge reason why I disappeared from the forum. I took it pretty hard. But now I’m back and ready to bring one back ! I’m in debate right now about this one. If someone else picks it up before I make up my mind, power to them. It was/is a great find!


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[Will]

Damn, that sucks about the theft. This seems like a solid car at a reasonable price. Due to the age of the ZHPs it seems we're at a point now where clean cars on market are fewer and fewer.

From my perspective, many owners who aren't enthusiasts hesitate to keep putting money into "an old car," so some of the preventative maintenance items tend to be neglected while regular maintenance tend to be stretched out. It's understandable too; difficult for a non-enthusiast to put $300-500 into parts (upwards of a grand, or more, with labor) into a teenage car when a new appliance (e.g. Honda, Toyota) is so easy - just put gas in it and go. This happened to a good friend - his died due to cooling system leak leading to overheat and then a warped head, and it also happened to the PO of the project car I picked up. Solid cars, in my opinion, when well taken care of.

Good luck with your decision. I wish I had cash, or I'd make this my DD; I've always liked the e46 sedans - they're right-sized and handle nicely.



My mystic blue ZHP was stolen in 2012. Hence a huge reason why I disappeared from the forum. I took it pretty hard. But now I’m back and ready to bring one back ! I’m in debate right now about this one. If someone else picks it up before I make up my mind, power to them. It was/is a great find!


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[iya_e46]

nice car

[nicksarazen]

I'm looking at this car too - I just wish it had a more substantial maintenance history. Been talking to the seller - guaranteed you'll have to replace the cooling system since it's original, same with the suspension and bushings. All that's really been done on the car is regular oil changes. I think $7800 is a lot to pay considering the maintenance ahead to keep the car reliable.