(Sold): 2005 330i ZHP Sedan, Auto, Silver, 141k - KY

[Benno]

Sale suspended.

[Benno]

I have seen a few For Sale listings that mention rust (either it has none or a small patch in a certain area. I did not think these were susceptible to rust. Is it just a fluke that some recent posts have mentioned rust or should I add to my listing that there is no rust evident on this example of a ZHP?

[fredo]

I suggest to add that to your ad. The more info, the better.

[RamTheJam]

What about shipping and handling to Central Texas ?

[Benno]

I could be talked through setting up shipping.

[holyc0w]

I have seen a few For Sale listings that mention rust (either it has none or a small patch in a certain area. I did not think these were susceptible to rust. Is it just a fluke that some recent posts have mentioned rust or should I add to my listing that there is no rust evident on this example of a ZHP?

Everything is susceptible to rust, especially in the salt states

[Benno]

Good point. I just didn’t recall seeing that mentioned in ‘15 when I was shopping. Fortunately when this example left Tucson it went to some “in between” states and to a pair of meticulous owners.

[holyc0w]

There are a few points on the E46 that are more common rust spots: the wheel arches, the area around the little strip behind the front wheels, bottom of the trunk, around the tail lights, area by the side skirts. A lot of it is just areas where mud and other crud can gather.

[Benno]

Good information for someone who may have to drive one of these off pavement or through nasty weather, slush and ice. However, I don’t believe that this one has been exposed to much of that. It typically waits in the garage for dry pavement during the infrequent snow events here and their aftermath. I have to admit I have taken it out in a couple of fresh snows but I gave it a good washing at the first opportunity.

[Benno]

I have a potential deal in the works.

[RassemS]

I have a potential deal in the works.

Did this car get sold?

[Benno]

Thanks for reminding me. Yes, it finally sold. $6,500.

Many thanks to Dane, Fredo, Rando and everyone else who make this a fun and informative site. It was quite the resource throughout my entire, wonderful ownership experience!

[fredo]

Congrats !

[johnrando]

Congrats!

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