WTB: 2005+ BMW E46 330 ZHP Sedan, 6MT, SoCal

[sqweak]

Year(s): 2005+
Budget: <$15k
Desired location of vehicle: SoCal
Desired Mileage: <100k
Transmission type: 6MT
Desired number of Doors: 4
Desired Color combos: NOT Red or Silver (Gunmetal type greys welcome!)
Desired Packages: Open minded
Funds lined up? Deposit in hand, balance TBD
Have a car you need to sell first? Nope!

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Sqweak, if you are looking for a sedan, it will have to be a 2005. They made the ZHP sedan from 2003 to 2005.

We'll be on the lookout for you. Be sure to keep your eye on the classifieds section.

In the meantime, you might enjoy the ZHP FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About the E46 BMW 330 ZHP (http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?1789-Frequently-Asked-Questions-%28FAQ%29-About-the-BMW-E46-330-ZHP-Performance-Package-Option)

Welcome to the site.

[danewilson77]

Welcome Squeek! You will be taken care of here...

Droid + Tapatalk = FTW!

[sqweak]

Thanks Marcus! I crammed on ZHPs a week ago and remembered I wanted a 2005 for minor interior updates, but couldn't remember when the sedan's stopped prod because it was the last year :P). BTW, been lurking here for a lil bit, congrats on a great site w/o some of the less desireable elements of other BMW sites. ;)

I'm kinda all over the place right now with my shopping list, though all BMWs:
E30 M3 Coupe
E36 M3 Sedan
E46 M3 Coupe
E46 ZHP Sedan

Need something "practical" (read: at least has a backseat) to counter the wife's toy (987 Boxster), but can't quite decide which. I've had E46 M3 vert & e90 M3 sedan, but both for ~6mos (& both for different reasons for selling so quick). ;)

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Boy, I am glad I am not you! Haha. Too many choices.

Glad you're enjoying the site. We're happy to have you. Be sure to introduce in the new members section.

[danewilson77]

Practical = Prius.

Droid + Tapatalk = FTW!

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Practical = Prius.

Droid + Tapatalk = FTW!

Needs something practical from the BMW family. The Prius is not an option, sir. :rofl

[sqweak]

I'll never drive a Prius, thanks. :D

I've always said I would support alternative energy when they make one fun to drive. If I could afford the Tesla Roadster, it fit the bill. Keeping my eye on the Tesla Model S, or if I get a ZHP or other to fulfil 4 doors/seats might go ActiveE 1 series. :D

[danewilson77]

Good thought. I was just messin with you. I actually like that smart car that they were talking about on the BMWMafia site.

Droid + Tapatalk = FTW!

[sqweak]

things...they are a brewing...:biggrin:fingerscrossed:devilish

[danewilson77]

things...they are a brewing...:biggrin:fingerscrossed:devilish

Wut?

Droid + Tapatalk = FTW!

[sqweak]

dunno if I have the patience to wait for the perfect zhp sedan. Kinda wanted to pick something up in the next few weeks. My eyes are starting to wander to 06 330i ZSP & 07 335i ZSP. Any comments on those? (didn't you have/had a 335 Marcus?)

[Marcus-SanDiego]

I had the 335. BMW bought it back under California's lemon law. I would not touch a 2007 335. I had a 2009 335.

I like the 2006 330, though.

If your budget is $15,000 or less, you should be able to find a ZHP with about 65,000-75,000 miles in good shape. One of the problems is that there are a lot of imola red ZHPs out there. However, you should be able to find a nice silver gray ZHP with that budget. I'm thinking that you'll find more 2003, 2004 sedans in your price range, though.

If you can be a little more patient, I think you'll find the one for you.

[Kudos]

Or look outside the west coast market. consider cars in the midwest or south(texas) where cars are typically cheaper if it is feasable for you to drive that far of course.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

I've found that the best deals are in the midwest.

[sqweak]

I'm looking everywhere, and would consider Red (but not TiAg). Daily rotation is here, e46f, zhpreg, craigslist for most of the west coast(LA, SD, PHX, VEG, SFO, SEA), and ebay motors. ;)

[kayger12]

Patience, brother.

So worth the wait.

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

[sqweak]

went a different direction, for now at least :shifty I'll still be hanging round though cause I like you folks! :biggrin

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3308/5745780590_f0b38a79f9_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/sqweak/5745780590/)
1985.5 Porsche 944 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/sqweak/5745780590/) by sqweak (http://www.flickr.com/people/sqweak/), on Flickr

[kayger12]

Haha- nice pick up!

Glad you're hanging around.

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

went a different direction, for now at least :shifty I'll still be hanging round though cause I like you folks! :biggrin

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3308/5745780590_f0b38a79f9_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/sqweak/5745780590/)
1985.5 Porsche 944 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/sqweak/5745780590/) by sqweak (http://www.flickr.com/people/sqweak/), on Flickr

Corey, that happens. You may drive a pcar, but you know you won't find a friendlier bunch.

Stick around, pal.


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