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| While BMWs highly paid marketing folks are comparing the 1 series to the 2002, most of us are in agreement that it isn't. I know a few are comparing the 1er to the E30. My favorite BMWs, the car that started my complete infatuation with the marquee, the E36 coupe stacks up against the 1 series. Comparing a 135i to a 328is gives you this to chew on: The 135i is 1.5" wider, 2.8" shorter, 231 lbs heavier, and has a 1.6" shorter wheelbase than an E36 328is. | |
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I drove a 135i and 128i with auto trans recently. There seems to be a hesitation off idle. I'm used to driving a 6-speed manual, so maybe I could adjust my throttle tip in. I don't recall this hesitation in the 335i with auto though. I've been trying to find an auto I like - so far the DSG that Audi offers seems to have the best shifting performance. The exterior styling that may grow on me, but they're definitely not beautiful at first sight. I'm driving a MINI Cooper S JCW GP now and was surprised at how compliant the ride in the 135i is with the low profile run flats. The door handle comes out far enough to hit my knee if I don't keep my legs straight (seems more cramped than the MINI). Maybe I'll revisit them in a few months with the 6 speed manual; I didn't find either to be compelling enough to make we want to buy now. |
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Well, for what it's worth, I'm 6'1", and 215lbs. I took delivery a couple of weeks ago of a new 135i coupe. The seat has so many adjustments and the steering telescopes as well as tilts. Getting comfy in the 1er's driver's seat is easy enough, and will accommodate most of us very well. BTW, the 135i is absolutely fantastic! My Porsche is parked for a while!  TagMan
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Replying to: tagman (Apr 01, 2008 12:09 am)
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Replying to: leeshuck (Apr 01, 2008 6:06 am) TM |
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I'm just wondering who on this thread owns a 1-Series vehicle at this point. Or do any of you have one on order perhaps? Or are some of you just interested in the vehicle? Let's share this info with each other, and then let's start talking about the car!! It's an awesome vehicle!  Mine is an '08 Jet Black 135i, 6-speed, fairly loaded. TM
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Replying to: tagman (Apr 02, 2008 9:46 am)  Coupe or convertible?
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Replying to: tagman (Apr 02, 2008 9:46 am)
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Replying to: ateixeira (Apr 02, 2008 9:47 am) Coupe. I actually had both on order, but in the end I chose the coupe because I already own a convertible and the rear seat room (which is already on the tight side) is quite a bit better in the coupe. Plus it is quieter and just a wee bit faster. But, that said, the 1er makes for a gorgeous convertible, IMO. TM |
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Replying to: dad23 (Apr 02, 2008 9:59 am)  TM |
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