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Which 3 Series without too many gadgets?

My 206,000 mile BMW 530d needs to be replaced. How recent a 3 series can I buy while avoiding recent electronic bling like stop start and run flat tyres?

Asked on 28 May 2013 by douglas bamford

Answered by Honest John
E46 up to 2005.

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