whats the best year for ti with auto. trans.

[ks20190]

I'm looking to buy a 318ti, can someone help me with which year is the best with automatic transmission. thanks alot

[1996 328ti]

I don't think there is any better year than another.
I think it is more important to decide on what model do you want.
Base, Active, Sport.

[Bzuefishx]

I'm with Steven. I'd also add that I think mileage and condition have more to do with which car to buy. For auto tranny's, maintenance records showing the interval between transmission fluid changes would be ideal.