When in the market for used luxury rides, one of the first choices in automakers is often BMW. This is especially true because the company is known for a wide variety of excellent vehicles. One example of a BMW that’s pretty popular on the used car market is the E92 BMW 335i Coupe.

The E92 BMW 335i Coupe made its debut in the 2006 model year. The car is often considered an unsung hero in the car world, which is one of the many reasons it’s so sought after on the used luxury car market. People love this model of the BMW series three, and it’s a worthy successor to the generations that preceded it. However, this isn’t the best example of BMW’s stellar reputation.

As with most used cars, you should know the necessary details before purchasing the E92 BMW 335i Coupe. This car delivers incredible performance, it’s beyond stylish, but it is sometimes seen as a mixed bag because it has been known to experience some costly mechanical issues. Of course, no car is perfect, but knowing a vehicle's flaws before owning it can make life much easier.

Here’s what you should know before buying a used E92 BMW 335I Coupe

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The E92 BMW 335I Coupe Is A Fun Drive

E92 BMW 335I Coupe
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Outstanding performance is one reason the E92 BMW 335i is so popular. No, it’s not the fastest thing on the road, but it can keep up with many of the best of them. The 2006 model for instance has a turbocharged 3.0-liter straight-6 engine with dual overhead cams under its hood. In terms of power, it has a maximum output of 306 horsepower at 5800 rpm and a torque of 295 ft-lb at 5,000 rpm. The power is delivered to the car’s rear wheels via a 6-speed manual transmission.

Performance is critical for the 2006 E92 BMW 335i Coupe. The car can accelerate from 0 to 60 miles per hour in only 4.9 seconds, which makes this BMW a pretty fun drive for practically anyone. It can also go a quarter mile in just 13.5 seconds. Although not a perfect car, the E92 BMW 335i Coupe line-up excels in the performance department. This is one of the many reasons gearheads love this car so much.

The drivetrain on the E92 BMW 335i mainly remained the same for the later models. The significant adjustments were concerning features and technology to modernize the car as the years passed.

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Problems Associated With The E92 BMW 335i Coupe

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People always want to know that whatever used vehicle they buy will be reliable. The E92 BMW 335i is not the worst car known to humankind, but it has below-average ratings in this department. Repair Pal, which rates vehicles on the cost and frequency of repairs, gave the E92 BMW 335i a two out of five-star rating. The average rating for its class is 3.5, and the car is ranked 28th out of 31 for all luxury midsize cars. In addition, this car has an average yearly repair cost of $1,030.

The E92 BMW 335i has many issues leading to its higher yearly repair costs. One of the most reported is the issue of engine rattle. While this isn’t the worst problem in the world, it is frustrating, and it can cause poor engine performance in addition to the driver being forced to deal with such an unpleasant noise. This problem is most experienced with the 2008 model E92 BMW 335i, but it has been known to present itself with the rest of the line-up. In addition, some owners of this BMW model have issues with the serpentine belt breaking and fusing with the engine. Unfortunately, the serpentine belt breaking can happen without warning, and that causes the car to break down in most cases.

The other main mechanical issue of the E92 BMW 335i is general engine problems such as overheating. This means that you need to thoroughly investigate your used E92 BMW 335i before buying it and also be prepared for the potential to spend a decent amount of money on repairs.

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No Car Is Perfect, And So Is A Used E92 BMW 335I Coupe

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The E92 BMW 335i is not a perfect car. But then again, there is no such thing as a perfect vehicle. Every car on the market, especially used, will have mechanical problems. While the E92 BMW 335i may have more issues than most vehicles in its class, these issues however don't make it a bad car. On the contrary, people love this BMW; some even consider it their favorite coupe from the automaker.

BMW rarely ever gets it wrong, and they didn’t here either. The E92 BMW 335i is simply not one of the company’s most reliable cars. However, it’s still widely sought after and has a reasonably low depreciation rate. This car isn’t for everyone. Still, it provides a fantastic experience for many worldwide willing to deal with those pesky repair costs.