The BMW 3 SERIES (1998-06) 330D 5DR TOURING SE is a five-door diesel estate, combining the 3 Series’ compact executive-car feel with useful room for passengers and luggage. In the UK used market, it sits as a practical, premium family car rather than a bulky SUV, and offers an older, more affordable route into BMW ownership. mycarcheck.com records 85 look-ups covering 42 different VINs, giving a useful, though not huge, snapshot. The average recorded private-sale value is £500, while cars checked averaged 175,000 miles, around 6,000 miles a year, and almost six previous keepers. These figures describe checked examples, not a guarantee of condition or current market price. Best suited to families, commuters and drivers wanting space with an enjoyable drive, the 330D Touring is known for strong diesel performance and composed road manners. It’s a distinctive alternative to the Audi A4 and Mercedes-Benz C-Class estates of the same period.