hey chuck i bought a 323i e46... i wanted something with all of the power options, auto, etc... i have to drive 60 miles round trip a day to Atlanta and back so i wanted something comfortable to sit in that 45min-2hour drive i have one way each day. the car definitely does what i want nice comfy economical, but... i want a new toy. I'll probably buy a 3rd car instead of selling one of my other rides.