Ray in Northern VA 
2001 BMW 3 Series Sedan 330i Rwd 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
They dont make em like they used to
 Technologies perfected since the Model-T break on this car, which casts a terrible pall on an otherwise great car.  Some components are well-built.  Most notable of these is the engine.  Unfortunately everything around the engine tends to fizzle.  The suspension is great, but I burned through wear items like ball joints and control arms in under 50k miles.  You need a great repair shop to keep the car running well.  Warranty is out, so were shopping.