Carsieve BMW 3er-Reihe E90/E91/E92/E93 325i Cabrio, 218 PS, 6-speed manual, rear-wheel drive, convertible (2007–2010)
- Power
- 218 PS (160 kW)
- Engine codes
- N53B30A
- Gearbox
- 6-speed manual
- Production years
- 2007–2010
- Running cost per month
- €507
- Fuel
- Petrol (98)
- Median price
- €11,500
- Reliability
- 2/5
- DIY
- 1/5
Research for this car
- Generation guide BMW 3 Series E90 (2005-2013): known problems and buying guide
Buy only with engine records. Check the N47 timing chain, N43 injectors and oil use before paying.
Known issues for this car
| Issue | Affects | Typical km | Repair cost | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N43 injectors and high-pressure pump | N43 and N53 petrol | 70,000 km and up | 400-700 EUR per injector (Germany, year not stated) | Generation guide |
| Manual clutch and dual-mass flywheel | 6-speed manual | 100,000-250,000 km | 400-600 EUR (Germany, year not stated) | Generation guide |
| Suspension arms and bushings | All, rear-drive chassis | 70,000-200,000 km | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
Before you buy this car
From the generation guide
- Ask for injector and high-pressure pump records. Each injector costs 400-700 EUR. A scan tool shows fault codes.
- On the test drive, check the clutch for pedal chatter, slip and shudder. Ask whether the clutch and flywheel were done.
- Lift the car and check the front control arms and rear bushings for play and cracks. Ask whether pothole damage was repaired.
Running costs
| Operational | €243 |
|---|---|
| Workshop | €132 |
| Fixed costs (tax, insurance) | €132 |
| Total per month | €507 |
| New-car depreciation (not included) | €106 |
ADAC figures for 15,000 km a year over 60 months
Market
Listings on mobile.de in this generation with this fuel, gearbox and power.
- Listings
- 53
- 25th percentile
- €9,100
- Median price
- €11,500
- 75th percentile
- €13,999
- Median mileage
- 170,000 km
- Median first registration
- 2008
- Dealer share
- 11.3%
Check a listing
Prices by first registration
| First registration | Listings | Median price | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 13 | €13,500 | 193,000 km |
| 2008 | 16 | €12,000 | 142,100 km |
| 2007 | 24 | €9,990 | 170,000 km |
Medians only for years with at least 5 listings. Many cars are first registered after production ends, so years can run past the build years.
Price history
| Month | Listings | Median price | Middle half | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | 53 | €11,500 | €9,100 – €13,999 | 170,000 km |
| Oct 2026 | 53 | €11,500 | €9,100 – €13,999 | 170,000 km |
Median asking price at the last snapshot of each month.
ADAC versions
All 4 ADAC versions
| Version | Power | Production years | Running cost per month |
|---|---|---|---|
| 325i Cabrio | 218 PS | 2007 | €523 |
| 325i Cabrio | 218 PS | 2007–2009 | €507 |
| 325i Cabrio | 218 PS | 2009–2010 | €503 |
| 325i Cabrio Limited Sport Edition | 218 PS | 2009–2010 | €521 |