Quote Originally Posted by BlueBimmer
you wont go wrong with an e36 320i, mine is still going strong despite it being an oldie, with only 51k on the odo. yes it is sluggish below 2.5k rpm, you have to use the Sport mode on the AT tranny to have good acceleration, you'll feel the surge of acceleration * the 3k+ rpm, sarap.
And the sound the engine makes at high rpm.

Your best bet is to really go and look for a low mileage, first owner unit.