The 2007-2013 BMW 320i Convertible (E93) is an elegant, hardtop convertible that offers a compelling blend of luxury and performance. Enthusiasts and reviewers praise its well-built structure, upscale cabin, and excellent ride/handling balance, often calling it a bargain used convertible. It is famous for its sophisticated retractable hardtop design, though the mechanism can be infamous for requiring maintenance (greasing seals, checking lines). With 170 bhp and rear-wheel drive, it’s well suited today as an affordable, stylish four-seat convertible for cruising and exciting driving.
Annual maintenance costs for the 2013 BMW 320i average around $948. Older BMW 3 Series models, including the 320i, can have expensive repair costs. Reliability concerns include valve cover gasket leaks, high oil consumption, and potential water pump and thermostat failures.
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