Just bought a 1998 BMW 323iC. The car has 124K and is a 5spd, with a manual top. I am a long time Saab owner but I just couldn't justify the constant and exspensive repairs anymore. Looking forward too being a frequent poster, and active meber of this forum, as the owner support from the Saab community was one of thee major rasons I stuck with Saabs for so long. I love my (new to me) BMW this car feels so solid, and refined for a 12 year old car. Seems engineered as opposed to thown togetherliek the Saab. Working towards becoming more of a DIY'er so look out for me in the forums. Cheers-Chuck