The 1 series (user) experience

[funfer_fahrer]

It is using a 3 litre engine with twin turbo. Not a 3.5 litre. So, I guess the road tax is not going to be that high.

 

[pion]

Buy Buy the 135i

 

[gracetcp]

even the 130i sold here is damn powerful already, what more 135i?

 

[ShiangHorng]

To be honest, get the 135i coupe. Sheer beauty.:top:

Might as well get the 645i?

 

[funfer_fahrer]

even the 130i sold here is damn powerful already, what more 135i?

The 130i is a normal 1 series whereas the 135i is a totally different animal. It is s coupe not a hatchback. So, start saving your money now and don't gatal gatal look for 3 series.

http://rds.yahoo.com/_ylt=A0oGkktPB...ine/autoshows/frankfurt/2007/2008bmw135i.html

 

[funfer_fahrer]

Might as well get the 645i?

I thought this is a 1 series thread. So, the racun must be on the 1 series.

 

[don Macho]

1 series it's a fun car, however monitor your service interval it should not be more than 25k km service reading, if it's goes like that than refer to your service dealer!

Other than that it is a good machine!

 

[ShiangHorng]

I thought this is a 1 series thread. So, the racun must be on the 1 series.

But that's gonna cost a lot! :burnout:

 

[Joinh]

My comments about my 116i, bought in around Oct last year:
1. Reliability. Has it been a trouble free ownership so far?I sent two times to Sapura Auto, 1 for the active steering, 1 for interior lights(mentioned before) and another coming one for audio display(faded off). I maybe a bit fussy about all those little things or just being unlucky.
2. Comfort - town driving & long distance.some comments from my friend who sit at the rear that it's quite bumpy and not comfortable. However, for driver, it feels good. The feel when doing cornering is super, I normally entering the curve without much slow down and accelerate further during the curve, the feeling is that the car hold the corner steadily and safe.
3.The run flat tyres. Any one changed ther tyres so far? Did u change it to another run flat OR change to normal ones.Same with the others, my tires are still fine, haven't think about the question whether to change to normal one yet. Depends on financial situation then. haha. But I think it is a good stuff.
4. Servicing of the car. How was the service at the service center? Overall ok, just that sometimes I am not satisfied with the problem solving skills at SA.
5. Any further comments that u would like to add? Happy with the car? Worth every ringgit?I like the side profile very much(which couldn't find in other japanese car). I enjoy the pleasure every morning I wake up and see it in front of my house. hehe.

 

[AlexNg]

the 135i is a Cayman beater!! all hail the 135i

 

[pion]

Soon..... my precious cometh to me....soooooonnnn

 

[ballerina]

But I don't like the looks of a GTI wor. Not as sexy as my Trixie.

precisely.

neither as sexy as my bella.

*lol*

 

[ShiangHorng]

Fifth Gear's Review on 1 series

Intended to be a rival to the Audi A3, the 1 Series offers buyers exactly the same core BMW values as they will find in the rest of the range, including the fabled 50:50 weight distribution and rear-wheel drive.

Plus, of course, controversial design. In terms of looks this is probably the least successful of the recent era BMWs, with the 1's gawky concave flanks and awkward hatchback rear making it look like it's trying far too hard. Once inside the cabin the design improves, with the dashboard, instruments and switchgear all being similar to those of the 3 Series. But despite having a reasonable amount of room in the front, the rear seats are disastrously cramped, to the extent the 1 is more of a two-plus-two than a proper four-seater. Boot capacity is limited too.

This poor interior packaging comes as a result of the 1 Series' rear-wheel drive layout, which results in a predictably strong driving experience. If you're coming to this segment looking for dynamic purity above anything else then it still makes a strong case for itself, with brilliant roadholding and impressively neutral cornering.

Engine choice is pretty comprehensive, with four petrol motors and two diesels to pick between. Of the petrols, the basic 116i and 118i feel slightly underpowered, the 120i is decently rapid and the 130i is positively fast. But the diesels still make most sense, especially the brawny, refined and economical 156 bhp 120d.

We like:

1) Handling.
2) Muscular 120d diesel engine.
3) that BMW badge.

We don't like:

1) Awkward looks.
2) Cramped rear seats and small boot.
3) Expensive for what you get.

Best and worst:

Most fun: 120d M Sport
Most sensible: 118d ES
Worst: 116i

Breakdown
Styling
2 stars

Only a mother could love the 1's strange combination of conflicting design themes.
Handling
4 stars

Rear wheel drive brings excellent handling with it - loads of grip and pleasantly neutral cornering behaviour.
Comfort
3 stars

Sometimes choppy ride quality detracts from refinement, while rear seat passengers will complain about the lack of legroom.
Quality + reliability
4 stars

A quality item, although some of the switchgear feels a little bit cheap and plasticky.
Performance
3 stars

The basic 116i, 118i and 118d all lack much in the way of urge - and the 130i looks very expensive for what you get. 120d is the best all-rounder.
Roominess
2 stars

Borderline unacceptable for a car trying to compete in this segment. Rear seats are very cramped and the boot is small.
Running costs
4 stars

Respectable thanks to decent fuel economy and low depreciation, plus the option of fixed-price servicing.
Value for money
3 stars

The cheapest way to get yourself behind the BMW roundel, but poor standard equipment (the base models don't even get aircon) means it looks expensive for what you get.
Stereo / Sat nav
3 stars

Standard stereo offers decent quality, although you have to pay extra for steering wheel remote controls. Satnav is an expensive option considering relatively simple system you get.
Environment
3 stars

One of the greenest executive-badged cars, with the 118d and 120d diesels putting out impressively low CO2 figures.

 

[mnas]

the 135i is a Cayman beater!! all hail the 135i

saw a youtube vid comparo bt 135 and Evo X.. 135 won on all fronts, and way better to drive too