Thanks for the input. Are you a long time BMW owner?

I haven't really tried it since it came out on the 2004 545i-didn't like it then. I've been buying BMW's 3 series since 1992 except for the 2002 7 (didn't care for it) and the 545 which didn't fit me. I usually buy a larger car for business, brand varies, to go with the 3 for fun.

So I was curious if AS had improved since 2004. You are right the reviews are either negative or mixed at best. So I thought I would seek counsel from those die hard acolytes who have experience. Is it the old time BMW 3 series guy like me buying AS or the new convert to BMW's? Are the reviewers who have history with BMW's merely reacting to the change of an old favorite?

I am searching for opinions from both perspectives to make sure I don't end up with buyer's remorse.