I just want to comment on the models as Brian moderated. Brian, you are correct on many points; however, in '96 the choices were E36 bodystyles of a 6 cyl 328 or a 4 cyl 318. The 323 was not made available until the '98 model year then later, as you mentioned badged as a 325 in 2001. For the new buyer though my main point is to suggest the need for careful shopping.