I actually my wife recently totaled our 2006 550I. I am currently looking at a 2009 328I and a 2007 528I to replace both are pretty much loaded the 5 series doesn't have sports package but does have the seats(??). Anyway I love both I don't need the speed I'm older and will just get tickets both seen to handle the same although I really couldn't give them a true test just in town and some interstate but love the 3 series look over the 5 I guess a little more sporty so suggestions. Also both about the same price and mileage the 5 series close to 75000 the 3 series almost 70000