The BMW 3 SERIES (1998-06) 330I 2DR COUPE 3.0I 231 SPORT SSG AUTO6 is a two-door premium coupé, bringing 3 Series driving appeal in a sleeker, less practical shape than the saloon. It sits in the compact executive class, where it rivals coupés from Audi and Mercedes, and offers a six-cylinder petrol engine with automatic-style SSG transmission. mycarcheck.com has recorded 1,433 look-ups covering 727 VINs, a sample that offers useful insight into this version. Checks show an average private-sale valuation of £1,300 and average recorded mileage of 119,000 miles. The typical car has had about six previous keepers and travels around 4,000 miles a year, context when assessing an older example’s history and condition. This BMW 330i coupé suits drivers wanting an everyday car with a more engaging, powerful feel, rather than maximum rear-seat access or low running costs. Its sporty styling, six-cylinder character and cabin make it a distinctive used alternative to mainstream coupés.