This BMW E46 330 ZHP got away, but there are more like it here.

2004 BMW 330i ZHP 6-Speed

Sold for $7,700 on 8/24/18

This 2004 BMW 330i is finished in Silver Grey Metallic and equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission along with the ZHP package, featuring factory suspension upgrades, unique trim, 18″ wheels, and additional power. Originally purchased at BMW of Greenwich in Connecticut, the car has remained in the state through three owners. It was acquired by the current owner in 2016 and has been driven approximately 8k miles since. Power is from a 3.0-liter M54 inline-six, and a B&B Tri-flow exhaust was added by the previous owner along with a Dinan cold-air intake and Stage I software. Maintenance by the seller included replacement of the cooling system, new intake manifold and valve cover gaskets, a VANOS anti-rattle kit and seal, fresh transmission and differential fluid, and new tires. Now showing 124k miles, this E46 ZHP is being offered by the son of the current owner with the factory manuals, records, a Blackstone oil analysis from 2016, a Carfax report, and a clear Connecticut title in his father’s name.

Paintwork in the original Silver Grey Metallic (A08) was performed following an accident while parked in 2010, which is noted on the Carfax and affected the front bumper. Rust spots at the fuel cap and under the front kidney grilles have been repaired, and the rear bumper was repainted to correct chipping in the finish. The seller notes a small crack in the front bumper, a rust bubble on the driver’s door, and small paint chips as shown in detail in the gallery below.

The M Sport Suspension II package added upgraded shock valving and springs, strengthened lower control arms, and bigger sway bars. ZHP-specific 18″ Style 135 wheels are staggered in width and wear Michelin Pilot Sport tires, which were fitted within the past 5k miles and display 2016 date codes.

The interior features Althracite laser cloth upholstery (G7AT) with contrasting black carpets and aluminum cube aluminum trim along with an Alcantara-trimmed headliner, M-Tech steering wheel, and parking brake cover. Recent additions by the seller include a new Alcantara shift boot, Mann cabin air filter, rubber floor mats, and BMW European-market blind spot supplements for the side mirrors. The digital odometer indicates 124,010 miles.

Blemishes include a tear to the driver seat bolsters, which was repaired by the seller with a section of Alcantara as pictured above.

The 3.0-liter M54 inline-six was rated at 235 horsepower with 222 lb-ft of torque when new, a 10 horsepower increase over the standard 330i and achieved with unique ZHP camshafts, ECU mapping, and a larger-diameter exhaust system. Modifications from Dinan include a cold-air intake and Stage I software tune, and a B&B Tri-flow exhaust was also added under previous ownership.

Records are said to date from 2005 and recent work personally performed by the seller included a Liqui Moly oil service, brake fluid flush, Royal Purple manual transmission flush, and Redline differential fluid change. Notable maintenance within the past 8k miles included:

Full cooling system refresh including radiator, water pump, hoses, and sensors
Beisan VANOS anti-rattle kit & seals
Full cold weather CCV system parts including hoses and valve
BMW DISA valve replacement & intake boots
New drive belts and tensioners
New valve cover gasket
New intake manifold gasket
Siemens VDO fuel pump
BMW oil dipstick O-ring
NGK Spark Plugs
Vacuum line replacement where required

Several photos of the underside are included in the gallery below.

The Carfax report provides additional service records and lists the 2010 accident. Per the seller, the open airbag recall stated on the report was recently addressed at BMW of North Haven.

Filed under: 3 series, 3-series, e46

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Auction Result

Winning Bid	USD $7,700 by CurryFishBalls
Auction Ended	August 24, 2018 at 12:01PM PT
Bids	19

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