Basically, this is a good car, and one you can get with a fair degree of confidence. The tourings do not have any unique problems, and the 5ers, as a group, are pretty sturdy. It is the first year, and the small 6 had a few problems with plug fouling, but no big deal. I enjoyed my '94 touring, but be aware that cargo room is limited. Probably the best handling wagon ever made. S. Chamberlain BMW CCA Ombudsman