Another way to squeeze slightly more Ooomph from a BMW auto is to shift it like a manual. The key to doing this is spelled-out as follows;

*MAXIMUM SHIFT POINTS(Driver-Input Only)

1............0-3200 RPM
2............4500 RPM
3............5200 RPM
D............5700 RPM

a)From a dead stop, engage the lever in 1
b)Release brake and firmly apply gas to RPM range
c)Shift to 2
d)Continue applying gas until reaching third(3)shift point
e)At this point, your speed will be close to 95mph
f)Shift into D at 100mph, while continuing to accelerate
g)Never get the tachometer in the RED
h)Downshifting not necessary, due to kickdown, or downshift switch, near brake pedal
i)Downshift only if requiring engine braking torque-down, for tight turns, or a semi- emergency stop
j)The above are recommended tolerances

*From the BMW AG Driving School Manual, March 1985

Zach
My '93 325isA (yes automatic!!!) is sluggish off the line and just doesn't have the kick that it should have. Any ideas why???