hippo,
well said on the pro/con of the 3 series, i agree completely. I have a 98 328 (wife drives it now, but the stroller doesn't fit in the trunk, so I am going to inherit it soon!!) and it is by far the best driver I have ever owned. I can predict I will have a another(s) in the future.
As for the wagon thing, I am down with that as well. I have been eyeballing a nice 5 series but it is still like 30k. My wifey doesn't like the T5, but likes the 5, A4, or MB wagon. As long as it is german and it is not a minivan she is cool with it. Which is very cool except they cost an arm and a leg.
I'm thinking a silver 535t lowered with some M% wheels and nice exhaust will make a pretty sweet grocery getter. I'll be the pimpest dad picking up the kids at daycare! (in my dreams)
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