I like my M240i 6spd RWD - I got it to be my all year round daily driver, threw the winter wheels/tires on and I'm good to go. Drove RWD (Toyota) with all seasons then moved to winter tires all through college in Toronto / Calgary no problems except for when ground clearance became a problem. Now living in NJ - not really worried. If there is a major storm I'll either work from home, or get a rental SUV. That way my wife's X1 with winter tires is there for her.
My 2002 MINI is now safe from the ravages of salt / snow.
