My first BMW was a 1969 2002 and what a great car that was for its time. The BMW models 1600 and 2002 were the BMW that really put BMW on the map and they were great cars and a great value in their day.
I agree with the masses and answer is a resounding no.
Although never a 35iS owner (2 x 35i's instead, one modified) the handling and driving finesse was never up there. I'm honestly enjoying ringing the nuts off my 10 year French banger more than the 35i. I'd say I probably enjoyed my E85 3.0i more than the E89 too.
Good cars absolutely and packed with features but on the driving front the car always fell short for me.