Interested in a 330, could use some help deciding...

[BMWMPwr95]

I am having a hard time deciding between a 2003 330i and a 2002 Mercedes CLK 430.....i have already owned a 99 clk and i liked it but i drove my cousins 2005 330i sedan (i think it was the last e46) with the sport package, but i was also wondering if there where any changes from 2003 to 2005

any help would be greatly appreciated!

Pete

[XtremeR 325]

BMW > Mercedes

Get the 330i man. Nope, no major changes from 03-05 with the sedan. 2002 was the first year with the facelifted sedans, then in 2004 they made the facelifted coupe. Try to get your hands on a ZHP 330 (performence package).

[BMWMPwr95]

yea i kind of am leaning more towards the bmw, that 330 was honestly one of the best driving cars i have ever driven. i love the handling and acceleration, and that small m3 steering wheel makes it even better!
how much could i pick up a zhp for?

[XtremeR 325]

Thats what BMW's all about. Sure there are other cars that are cheaper and put out better numbers but there is nothing like the feel of being one with the machine in a BMW.

Price range would depend on what year and how many miles your looking for.

[tazza0712]

You'll love the 330i sedan, a chassis that good with that smooth inline 6 is a recipe for love! The sport package will make it look and drive even better. If you get black, be prepared to see it dirty a LOT. Silver is the best colour for cleanliness.

[BMWMPwr95]

thanks for all your help guys! but where could i find some more info on the zhp?

[tazza0712]

probably at the BMW web site. It's not that big a deal, it's just sport additives on the base car, body kit like mine has in my sig (although being in aus. we only have sport not ZHP) and I think you get 135M style wheels there which are really hot. Usually sports seats in the front, alcantara (black) roof lining, sports suspension set up for better handling um... not too sure about any mechanical differences but they're the only visual differences I can think of right now.

[XtremeR 325]

The ZHP also has 10 more horse power (235hp) from tuned exhaust, and stuff like that.

Check out this forum www.E46Fanatics.com and search for "ZHP". You find a lot of info there.

[BMWMPwr95]

i will def do that! thank you so much for your help!

[nefarious79]

hands down the 330i over the MB you'll love it it pulls pretty good to 120+

[Wormfighter6]

I've got the ZHP model and I friggin love it!!
BEST all around car I have ever driven hands down!
As an everyday driver I looked at a M3, Audi, Mercedies,etc. even the Boxter S.
I drive a lot for work and didn't want something tooooo flashy. As an all around car, IMO the 330 w/ the zhp package is one the best cars you can get.

[deafboy]

get a coupe....

[XtremeR 325]

get a sedan....

[B1T3M3]

if i were you id get an 330ci.. my mate just got an 05 with m package, and i can tell you it is pure hotness