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How about a 2011 128i with naturally aspirated 6 cylinder and 6 speed? Last of the simple, naturally aspirated old style BMWs. I love turbos but they add heat and complexity. The 4 cylinder turbos have some issues. The N55 and B58 6 cylinder turbos are reasonable reliable. But remember the repair bills on the $30k used BMW reflect the original $60k price. You can get lucky or be unlucky, but don’t expect simple, inexpensive maintenance and repairs on a complex used car that was expensive when new. Personally, I’d go for a B58 car in the $30-50k price range.
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