Torque converter was replaced for a leak - $900
Fuel Pump died - $125 DIY
Gearbox failed - Didn't bother replacing.
Absolutely brilliant handling and ride comfort
Engine seems to be pretty reliable
Transmission failure annoyed me quite a bit, but I would buy another BMW. I think I just got a lemon.
You can't call a 14 year old car with almost 250000 Kilometers on the clock a lemon, if you want new car performance - buy a new car.