rootforthecubs 
2008 BMW X3 SUV 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
Still One of The Funniest Cars I've Owned
 Purchased my pre-owned 2008 BMW E83/X3 coming off of a lease with 32,000 miles on the clock.  Lucky enough to find a rare 6 speed manual, which sold me from the get go and unfortunately the dealership knew as in their words "we have 2 other people with cash in hand willing to buy the car sight unseen", and I believed them, but still got a fair deal.  So far I haven't any electronic or sun roof issues which I understand come with the territory.  Obviously can't speak to the automatic shifting complaints that are out there but I can say the 6 speed manual shifts like butter.  In summary, the 2008 X3 is roomy enough for the family and fun enough for Dad to drive.  The interior is appealing to the eye and logically laid out.  My only complaint is that they stopped offering the 6 speed option after 2010 or I would have bought new.Update: one year since this review and I haven't had a single issue with this car, still lovin it, can't wait to tackle the coming Winter!