
Top 5 Most Cost-Effective Cars from the USA in 2025
Importing cars from the USA in 2025 offers affordability and reliability. Here are the top five cost-effective models based on price, maintenance, fuel efficiency, and resale value.

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Mileage
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Customs clearance
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Short vin: 3MW5R1J0M8
Make: BMW
Model: 3 Series
Engine: 2.0
Cylinder: 4
Displacement: 1998
Configuration: inline
Fuel type: premium unleaded (required)
Horsepower: 255
Torque: 294
Total valves: 16
code: 4ITCG2.0
Compressor type: turbocharger
Gear: double overhead camshaft
Transmission: 8A
Equipment type: TRANSMISSION
Availability: STANDARD
AutomaticType: Shiftable automatic
Transmission type: AUTOMATIC
Number of speeds: 8
Driven wheels: rear wheel drive
Num doors: 4
Manufacturer code: 213O/213Y
Primary body type: Car
Market: Luxury,Performance
Epa class: Compact Cars
Vehicle size: Midsize
Vehicle type: Car
Vehicle style: Sedan
Price: 41250
Highway: 6.53
City: 9.05
Vehicle configuration based on decoding data from the VIN code
Exterior
Name: 19" M Double-Spoke Jet Black Wheels W/Performance Run-Flat Tires
Description: 19" x 8.0" front and 19" x 8.5" rear M Double-Spoke (style 791M) Jet Black alloy wheels with 225/40R19 front and 255/35R19 rear run-flat performance tires
Name: 19" M Double-Spoke Bi-Color Jet Black Wheels W/Performance Run-Flat Tires
Description: 19" x 8.0" front and 19" x 8.5" rear M Double-Spoke (style 791M) Bi-Color Jet Black alloy wheels with 225/40R19 front and 255/35R19 rear run-flat performance tires; Increased vehicle top speed limiter
Name: 18" V-Spoke Bi-Color Orbit Grey Wheels W/All-Season Non Run-Flat Tires
Description: 18" x 7.5" V-Spoke (style 780) Bi-Color Orbit Grey alloy wheels with 225/45R18 non run-flat all-season tires
Name: 19" Double-Spoke Bi-Color Orbit Grey Wheels W/All-Season Run-Flat Tires
Description: 19" x 8.0" Double-Spoke (style 793i) Bi-Color Orbit Grey alloy wheels with 225/40R19 run-flat all-season tires
Name: 19" M Double-Spoke Jet Black Wheels W/All-Season Run-Flat Tires
Description: 19" x 8.0" M Double-Spoke (style 791M) Jet Black alloy wheels with 225/40R19 run-flat all-season tires
Name: 19" M Double-Spoke Bi-Color Jet Black Wheels W/All-Season Run-Flat Tires
Description: 19" x 8.0" M Double-Spoke (style 791M) Bi-Color Jet Black alloy wheels with 225/40R19 run-flat all-season tires
Name: Power Tailgate
Description: Power opening/closing trunk lid
Name: Park Distance Control
Description: Sensors in the front and rear bumpers trigger a series of beep tones that are audible to the vehicle's occupants. The beeping progressively becomes more rapid in correlation to how close either one of the bumpers is to nearby obstacles it is approaching. One constant audible tone replaces the beeps, once either of the bumpers gets to within 12 inches of an obstacle.
Name: Space-Saver Spare
Description: Compact spare tire located beneath the trunk load floor; Car jack; Wrench
Name: 19" M Double-Spoke Jet Black Wheels W/High Performance Non Run-Flat Tires
Description: 19" x 8.0" front and 19" x 8.5" rear M Double-Spoke (style 791M) Jet Black alloy wheels with 225/40R19 front and 255/35R19 rear non run-flat performance tires; Increased top speed limiter
Package
Name: Parking Assistance Package
Description: Parking Assistant Plus, which, when engaged, surveys the size of available nearby parallel and perpendicular parking spaces to determine which ones are of adequate size for the 3 Series. When a space of adequate size is found by Parking Assistant and selected by the driver, this feature will maneuver the car into that space.; Active Park Distance Control, which functions during parking maneuvers. As the vehicle is approaching an obstacle nearby, sensors in the front and rear bumpers trigger a series of beep tones that are audible to the vehicle's occupants. The beeping progressively becomes more rapid in correlation to how close either one of the bumpers is to the nearby obstacle it is approaching. One constant audible tone replaces the beeps, once either of the bumpers gets to within 12 inches of the obstacle.; Surround View with 3D View which, during parking maneuvers, displays real time images of the view around the car onto the screen located on the upper, center part of the dashboard.
Name: Driving Assistance Professional Package
Description: Active Driving Assistant Plus (Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Active Lane Keeping Assistant with Side Collision Avoidance, Traffic Jam Assistant, Evasion Aid and Front Cross-Traffic Alert and Active Driving Assistant, which adds rear cross traffic alert and speed limit info); Active Driving Assistant Pro
Name: Shadowline Package
Description: Mirror caps in Black; Extended Shadowline exterior window trim
Name: Premium Package
Description: Heated steering wheel; Comfort Access keyless entry, which allows the user to unlock/lock and enter the car without using the key or key fob, as long as the user is near the car and is in possession of the key fob; 4-way power adjustable front seat lumbar support; 3-stage heating for front seats; Ambient Lighting (illumination of the exterior door handles, front and rear interior door ledges, front center armrest storage bin and door pockets, as well as rear reading lights, rear footwell lighting and exit lights); Head-up display; Live Cockpit Pro (12.3" high-resolution, fully digital instrument cluster, 10.25" digital touchscreen Control Display mounted in the upper, center part of the dashboard, Connected navigation system, multi-media system hard drive with 20GB of memory, one USB-A and one USB-C port for data transfer)
Name: Executive Package
Description: Heated steering wheel; Comfort Access keyless entry, which allows the user to unlock/lock and enter the car without using the key or key fob, as long as the user is near the car and is in possession of the key fob; 4-way power adjustable front seat lumbar support; 3-stage heating for front seats; Ambient Lighting (illumination of the exterior door handles, front and rear interior door ledges, front center armrest storage bin and door pockets, as well as rear reading lights, rear footwell lighting and exit lights); Icon Adaptive LED headlights with Laserlight; Head-up display; Live Cockpit Pro (12.3" high-resolution, fully digital instrument cluster, 10.25" digital touchscreen Control Display mounted in the upper, center part of the dashboard, Connected navigation system, multi-media system hard drive with 20GB of memory, one USB-A and one USB-C port for data transfer); Gesture control
Name: Driving Assistance Package
Description: Park Distance Control, which activates when the transmission is put into reverse. When that gear is selected and the vehicle is approaching an obstacle nearby, sensors in the front and rear bumpers trigger a series of beep tones that are audible to the vehicle's occupants. The beeping progressively becomes more rapid in correlation to how close either one of the bumpers is to the nearby obstacle it is approaching. One constant audible tone replaces the beeps, once either of the bumpers gets to within 12 inches of the obstacle.; Active Driving Assistant (rear cross traffic alert and speed limit info); Active Blind Spot Detection; Lane Departure Warning
Name: M Sport Package
Description: 19" x 8.0" front and 19" x 8.5" rear M Double-Spoke (style 791M) Bi-Color Jet Black alloy wheels with 225/40R19 front and 255/35R19 rear run-flat performance tires; Increased vehicle top speed limiter; Variable Sport steering, a variable ratio steering system (the ratio is varied by using a steering rack with varying sizes of gear teeth); SensaTec (leatherette) covered dashboard; Aluminum Tetragon interior trim; LED fog lights; M Sport suspension; M steering wheel; Aerodynamic kit; Shadowline exterior window trim
Name: Convenience Package
Description: Comfort Access keyless entry, which allows the user to unlock/lock and enter the car without using the key or key fob, as long as the user is near the car and is in possession of the key fob; 4-way power adjustable front seat lumbar support; Ambient Lighting (illumination of the exterior door handles, front and rear interior door ledges, front center armrest storage bin and door pockets, as well as rear reading lights, rear footwell lighting and exit lights)
Name: Dynamic Handling Package
Description: 19" x 8.0" front and 19" x 8.5" rear M Double-Spoke (style 791M) Jet Black alloy wheels with 225/40R19 front and 255/35R19 rear non run-flat performance tires; M Sport Brakes, which include larger (than standard equipment) brake rotors, fixed aluminum brake calipers that are painted Blue with "M" logo on them and high-performance brake pads; M Sport Differential; Adaptive M Suspension, which consists of electronically variable shock absorbers that automatically adjust their damping based on feedback from sensors monitoring handling dynamics related to vehicle acceleration and turning, and a pneumatic rear suspension
Mechanical
Name: Adaptive M Suspension
Description: Dynamic Damping Control, which consists of electronically variable shock absorbers that automatically adjust their damping based on feedback from sensors monitoring handling dynamics related to vehicle acceleration and turning, and a pneumatic rear suspension; Pneumatic springs in rear suspension
Name: M Sport Brakes W/Red Calipers
Description: Larger than standard equipment brake rotors; Aluminium fixed calipers, painted Red with the "M" logo on them; High-performance brake pads
Interior
Name: Wireless Charging
Description: Wireless charging tray in the center console; WiFi hotspot with complimentary 3-month or 3GB trial
Name: Ambient Lighting
Description: Proximity lighting in the exterior door handles; Soft glow of lighting to illuminate the inner door ledge, front-to-rear; Rear reading lights; Rear footwell illumination; Front center armrest storage compartment illumination; Indirect lighting in the door pockets; Exit lights
Name: Harman Kardon Surround Sound System
Description: Harman Kardon surround sound system; 464-watt amplifier; 16 speakers (9 tweeters, 5 midrange and 2 bass)
Name: Heated Front Seats
Description: 3-stage heating for front seats
Name: SensaTec Dashboard
Description: SensaTec (leatherette) covered dashboard
Name: Front And Rear Heated Seats
Description: 3-stage heating for front seats; 3-stage heating for rear outboard seats
Name: Live Cockpit Pro
Description: 12.3" high-resolution, fully digital instrument cluster; 10.25" digital touchscreen Control Display mounted in the upper, center part of the dashboard; Connected navigation system; Multi-media system hard drive with 20GB of memory; One USB-A and one USB-C port for data transfer; Connected Package Pro (Real Time Traffic, On-Street Parking Availability in some markets, Hazard Preview, BMW Remote Services, including Stolen Vehicle Recovery, Remote Door Unlock, BMW Connected App and Concierge Services)
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Condition
The auction features vehicles in various conditions, typically categorized as Run & Drive Verified, Vehicle Starts, and Cannot Start. We highly recommend choosing vehicles with a Run & Drive Verified status. However, if you have experience in repairing vehicles with more significant damage, you may consider exploring all available options.
Minimum Final Bid
+103.8%4K
Average Final Bid
+8.5%13.7k
Maximum Final Bid
-36.9%32.8k
Copart
IAAI
IAAI CA
The Allure of the 2021 BMW 3 Series: A Perfect Blend of Performance and Luxury
The BMW 3 Series has long been a benchmark in the compact executive car segment, known for its exceptional driving dynamics, luxurious interiors, and cutting-edge technology. In 2021, the model continued to build on this legacy, offering two notable generations: the G20 and the long-awaited G80 M3, catering to enthusiasts and daily drivers alike.This article delves into the design, interior, technical specifications, and captivating performance of both iterations of the BMW 3 Series, ensuring that all potential buyers understand why it remains a favored choice among drivers globally.
Dynamic and Elegant Design
The design of the 2021 BMW 3 Series is a harmonious blend of tradition and innovation. The G20 iteration showcases a more muscular stance, with pronounced lines that give the car a commanding road presence."The 2021 BMW 3 Series exemplifies the perfect marriage of sportiness and sophistication."
Luxurious Interior Space
Inside the 2021 BMW 3 Series, luxury meets functionality. The G20 offers a driver-centric cockpit, clad in high-quality materials. The dashboard layout is intuitive, with a digital gauge cluster and an 8.8-inch or optional 12.3-inch infotainment screen, providing cutting-edge technology at the driver’s fingertips.Many of the interior features emphasize comfort and convenience, such as memory-adjustable seats, ambient lighting, and excellent sound insulation that maintains a serene cabin environment. The rear seats offer ample space for passengers, making long drives enjoyable for all.
Technical Specifications at a Glance
When exploring the technical specifications of the 2021 BMW 3 Series, notable components such as the platform, suspension, and safety features merit mention. The G20 is built on BMW’s latest CLAR platform, which enhances stability and handling.Engines and Modifications
The lineup for the 2021 BMW 3 Series includes a variety of engines to suit every driver’s taste and performance requirements. The G20 comes with options ranging from efficient four-cylinder engines to powerful inline-sixes in the M340i model, which boasts 382 horsepower.Trim Levels to Suit Every Need
The 2021 BMW 3 Series is available in multiple trim levels, each tailored to meet the demands of different drivers:Handling and Driving Experience
Finally, the handling of the 2021 BMW 3 Series is one of its most acclaimed attributes. The G20 model, with its near-perfect 50/50 weight distribution, delivers exceptional stability during cornering. The M340i and M3 models further amplify this experience with sport-tuned suspensions and dynamically adjusted driving modes.Drivers are treated to a responsive steering feel, making maneuvering tighter turns and open highways equally exhilarating. The G80 M3 offers an upgraded experience, with rear-wheel drive dynamics or an available all-wheel-drive system for an agile performance tailored to diverse driving conditions.
In summary, the 2021 BMW 3 Series, through its two noteworthy generations, showcases the pinnacle of automotive engineering, offering a blend of performance, luxury, and cutting-edge technology. Whether choosing the well-rounded G20 or the performance-focused G80 M3, buyers can rest assured they are investing in a remarkable driving experience that continues to live up to the BMW legacy.Recommended related cars
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Final Bid
Condition: Vehicle Starts
Primary Damage: Front
VIN: 2T2HZMAA6LC177018
2020 Year
Fuel: Gasoline
$28500
Final Bid
Condition: Vehicle Starts
Primary Damage: Side
VIN: 7SAYGDEE5NF339388
2022 Year
Fuel: Electric
$16500
Final Bid
Condition: Cannot Start
Primary Damage: Front
VIN: 5UX53DP08N9L47376
2022 Year
Fuel: Gasoline
$37000
Final Bid
Condition: Cannot Start
Primary Damage: Side
VIN: WP0AB2A97LS229680
2020 Year
Fuel: Gasoline
$7100
Final Bid
Condition: Vehicle Starts
Primary Damage: Front
VIN: 7FARS6H83RE010829
2024 Year
Fuel: No data
$5700
Final Bid
Condition: Vehicle Starts
Primary Damage: Front
VIN: 1C4RJYB68N8716738
2022 Year
Fuel: No data
$4250
Final Bid
Condition: Vehicle Starts
Primary Damage: Side
VIN: JTDEPMAEXN3011595
2022 Year
Fuel: No data
$7000
Final Bid
Condition: Run & Drive Verified
Primary Damage: Front
VIN: 4T1B61HK4KU177922
2019 Year
Fuel: No data
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