i just paid 27k for a 97' 328i with 42000 miles.. 17 thousand is a pipe dream to own a 328.. unless u are talking one that was in a wreck-lol! notice the RESERVE IS NOT MET.. expect on that vehicle (i did check it out by the way-nice ride) to go for at least 24k my best guess.. still a DAMN good car for that money - i mean u are talking about a 35-40k car there dont forget