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lethal6i · 03-23-2008, 03:54 AM

Someone tell me about the BMW 1 series. When did this thing come out?

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The 1-Series is BMW’s new 4-seat performance coupe that BMW describes as inspired by the legendary BMW 2002 from the 1960s. The 1-Series features rear-wheel-drive dynamics, agile handling, and powerful engines. A 1-Series convertible will follow the early 2008 introduction of the coupe but no plans have been announced to import the 5-door hatchback sold in Europe.[/b]

3.0L 300HP Turbo I6 [same one as in 335i] coupe starting at $35K? For REAL? It's about 3" shorter than a RX-8, and about an inch smaller in width and has about the same interior space.

Anybody drive one?

silx29 · 03-23-2008, 07:43 AM

i've seen a commercial for it.

i'd be actually down to trade in my car for this if i had enough credit.

BabyBlue M6 · 03-23-2008, 08:05 AM

they are just now in recent weeks starting to appear in dealerships. I've heard that this "baby bimmer" is gettin more attention than the new m3. I can't wait to test drive this TT monster! hopefully they come out with an xi later on....

Mz6GreyGhost · 03-23-2008, 10:33 AM

Form what I've heard from a lot of car mags, it's much more fun-to-drive than the 3-series. It's also what the BMW enthusiasts have been wanting for years, since the 3-series (to them) has gotten overweight and soft. I don't think it's a 2002, since it still weighs a fair amount, but it's a step in the right direction.

Personally, I've yet to drive it, but it looks to be a blast. But for the $$$, I'd pass. Despite the smaller size, it's still pretty expensive, not much of a discount from the 3-series...

edin208 · 03-23-2008, 10:39 AM

I saw a dude test driving one yesterday here in Boise...so it must be out. I think it looks sweet but I only saw it for a few seconds...

StraightGoodz · 03-23-2008, 11:01 AM

That much power packed into a small car like that must be fun to drive, cant wait to test drive one.

im not really feeling the back-end tho

smokeU6s · 03-23-2008, 11:14 AM

Top Gear tested the 130i hatchback. They felt it was overpriced and undersized (compared to the GolfR33). I've seen it at the Auto Show, thing is waaay to small and the interior looks cheaper as well.

FWIW go to BMW's website and you can price a 135i out... watch how easily with options you can pass the 40k mark

StraightGoodz · 03-23-2008, 11:37 AM

ya but the hatch is just ugly

BMW's are just over-priced in general. Including their maintenance.

Silver05_M6 · 03-23-2008, 11:50 AM

Edmunds.com also tested the 135i.

They like it, but a comparable equipped 335i is only several thousand dollars more expensive.

javim007 · 03-23-2008, 01:45 PM

That's A Sweet LiL' Ride.

03-23-2008, 07:43 AM	#2 (permalink)
silx29 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: bay area, Cali Posts: 957 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	i've seen a commercial for it. i'd be actually down to trade in my car for this if i had enough credit. __________________ 04 glacier silver atx -garage-

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BabyBlue M6 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: CT Posts: 2,272 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	they are just now in recent weeks starting to appear in dealerships. I've heard that this "baby bimmer" is gettin more attention than the new m3. I can't wait to test drive this TT monster! hopefully they come out with an xi later on.... __________________ don't take offence...just messin around</span>

03-23-2008, 10:33 AM	#4 (permalink)
Mz6GreyGhost Super Moderator Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Syracuse, NY Posts: 3,989 Thanks: 14 Thanked 70 Times in 56 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 2 Times in 1 Post iTrader: 0 reviews	Form what I've heard from a lot of car mags, it's much more fun-to-drive than the 3-series. It's also what the BMW enthusiasts have been wanting for years, since the 3-series (to them) has gotten overweight and soft. I don't think it's a 2002, since it still weighs a fair amount, but it's a step in the right direction. Personally, I've yet to drive it, but it looks to be a blast. But for the $$$, I'd pass. Despite the smaller size, it's still pretty expensive, not much of a discount from the 3-series... __________________

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StraightGoodz Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Markham, Ontario Posts: 776 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	That much power packed into a small car like that must be fun to drive, cant wait to test drive one. im not really feeling the back-end tho __________________

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smokeU6s Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Brooklyn / LI Posts: 2,404 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	Top Gear tested the 130i hatchback. They felt it was overpriced and undersized (compared to the GolfR33). I've seen it at the Auto Show, thing is waaay to small and the interior looks cheaper as well. FWIW go to BMW's website and you can price a 135i out... watch how easily with options you can pass the 40k mark __________________ All Black Mazda6s 04 ATX 5door \| Bose \| Moonroof \| CP-E MAFci Intake \| Painted Yellow Calipers \| Magnaflow catback \| B&M tranny cooler \| Magnafine Transmission Filter \| Anzo Clear Side Markers \| Weapon X Coil on Plugs

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03-23-2008, 10:39 AM	#5 (permalink)
edin208 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 260 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	I saw a dude test driving one yesterday here in Boise...so it must be out. I think it looks sweet but I only saw it for a few seconds...

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StraightGoodz Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Markham, Ontario Posts: 776 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	ya but the hatch is just ugly BMW's are just over-priced in general. Including their maintenance. __________________

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Silver05_M6 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 396 Thanks: 1 Thanked 4 Times in 2 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	Edmunds.com also tested the 135i. They like it, but a comparable equipped 335i is only several thousand dollars more expensive. __________________ 2005 Mazda 6s Sedan ATX - GONE

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javim007 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 1,123 Thanks: 0 Thanked 10 Times in 10 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	That's A Sweet LiL' Ride. __________________ The only Good is Knowledge, the only Evil is Ignorance. - Socrates