1997 BMW 328i

$7,000
from
3
listings
$7K–$20K
price range
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Low$7,000
High$19,990
From$7,000
Avg Mileage141,667 mi
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1997 BMW 328i Pricing

Price Trend

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BMW 328i Safety & Reliability

High Concern

The 1997 BMW 328i has a high safety risk profile with 0 recall campaigns and 35 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

0
Recalls
35
Complaints
4
Crashes
0
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 35 owners have filed complaints about the 1997 BMW 328i. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Electrical System7
02Air Bags5
03Tires4
04Structure3
05Engine And Engine Cooling3
35 total across 1 model years (1997–1997)Full data at NHTSA.gov

BMW 328i Fuel Economy

19–21mpg combined
·
17-18city
·
24-26hwy
·
$2,750-$3,050/yr

Across 4 configurations, the 1997 BMW 328i returns 19–21 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim
328i/328is - Manual 5-spd
21mpg
2.8L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
18 city26 hwy~$2,750/yr-1/10 Poor
328ic - Manual 5-spd
21mpg
2.8L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
18 city26 hwy~$2,750/yr-1/10 Poor
328i/328is - Automatic 4-spd
19mpg
2.8L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
17 city24 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor
328ic - Automatic 4-spd
19mpg
2.8L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
17 city24 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 1997 BMW 328i

29States

15% of the market sits in California, though listings span 29 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 1997.

1997 BMW 328i Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 1997 BMW 328i a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 1997 BMW 328i. On the safety front, there are no open recalls on record, which is a positive sign. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

What's the gas mileage of the 1997 BMW 328i?

You'll get between 19 and 21 MPG combined from the 1997 BMW 328i, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 1997 BMW 328i?

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM problems top the list with 35 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 1997 compare to other BMW 328i years?

The 1997 sits at a specific point in the BMW 328i lifecycle. The model overview compares all years side by side.

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