Used 1999 528iT wagon loaner (archive)

I have the opportunity to buy a 1999 528iT wagon
with reasonable features (auto, leather, roof, htd everything, etc), has 28k miles, for
$35,000 (before negotiating, if any room). Also
comes with remainder of 48k warranty plus 100k
drivetrain/electrical warranty. This is a dealer
loaner car. Seems ok, only drove it for a few
minutes. First, is this a good price? Second, I
live in Portland, ME, and while we don't get a lot
of snow, I will be trading a 95 Subaru all wheel
drive, which is great in snow without snow tires. The dealer has a set of almost brand new
snows with wheels for $600 (from a trade). Just
how do 528's perform in snow covered streets, going
up snow covered hills, plowing through 6 inches of
unplowed streets, and overall handling. This is my primary concern, otherwise car seems great. Any one
with input on price (and what to look out for) and
handling will be greatly appreciated. Dealer will
also sell me a brand new 2001 for 43k -- is 8k
discount worth it? New has steptronic trans; not much else seems different.

Follow Ups:

28k miles of many people driving car :beware Jay Gans 22:09 11/12/2000 (0)
How about a 325xi AWD Sport Wagon? Gary Ray 22:00 11/12/2000 (0)

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