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Re: Since... [mr42hh] by chadx
Dec 29, 2008 (1:33 pm)
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Replying to: mr42hh (Dec 19, 2008 11:57 pm)

"You do know that all 1series and 3 series (except the M3) are inline sixes, right?"
 
"Except for the 116i, 118i, 120i, 118d, 120d, 123d, 316i, 318i, 320i, 320is, 318i, 320i and Alpina D3, you mean? If you look at world-wide sales proportions, 6-cylinder 3-series are maybe 20%. For the 1-series, maybe 5%. "

 
Ha! One smarty in every crowd! Our discussion was around 1 and 3 series that are current model and available in the US. Didn't think I needed to specifically exclude non-US models, etc. but if it makes everyone feel better, I'll do better next time and add a list of disclaimers even if it's outside the scope of the conversation. Ha.
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Re: Since... [chadx] by andys120
Dec 29, 2008 (3:26 pm)
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Replying to: chadx (Dec 29, 2008 1:18 pm)

I assumed that poster was being facetious but for the record my 2000 BMW 528iA
at 109k miles and counting is one of the more reliable vehicles I have ever owned and that includes a couple of Hondas.
 
I plan to keep it a while longer, these cars are built to last.
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Re: Since... [andys120] by roadburner
Dec 29, 2008 (8:38 pm)
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Replying to: andys120 (Dec 29, 2008 3:26 pm)

I assumed that poster was being facetious but for the record my 2000 BMW 528iA
at 109k miles and counting is one of the more reliable vehicles I have ever owned and that includes a couple of Hondas.

 
Ditto for all the BMWs that I've owned. My 1995 Club Sport has only needed a thermostat, two belts and idler pullies(replaced as a precaution), and one set of pads and rotors in over 113,000 miles(not to mention numerous HPDEs and autocrosses). My wife's 2004 X3 has nearly 75,000 miles on the clock and it has only needed pads and rotors and a passenger seat SRS sensor(replaced under warranty).
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no 1 series sitings in Northeast by pod
Jan 09, 2009 (8:00 am)
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I live in RI but travel in Massachusetts a lot and have yet to see a one series. To my dismay. I am dying to see what they look like in person. I've come up on some from a distance and think they are a one but it turns out to be a three. Of course I have only seen three Pontiac G8GTs and they have been out for a while. I guess it is not the time to see a lot of new models since sales are so low across the board.
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Re: no 1 series sitings in Northeast [pod] by andys120
Jan 09, 2009 (10:21 am)
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Replying to: pod (Jan 09, 2009 8:00 am)

Oners are pretty scarce in the Phoenix area too, I see perhaps one or two a month in busy suburban Phoenix. I didn't see any on a recent Road Trip to PalmDesert/Palm Spring CA.
 
I think I've seen maybe two One-Series Convertibles since they came out.
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Re: no 1 series sitings in Northeast [andys120] by bodble2
Jan 09, 2009 (5:29 pm)
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Replying to: andys120 (Jan 09, 2009 10:21 am)

1 Series are pretty rare here in Vancouver, B.C. too. Honestly I have seen more 2009 5-series than 1 series. Of the 1s that I've seen, I think coupes and convertibles sightings are about equal. Perhaps the lack of a 4 door will limit 1 Series sales potentials.
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Finally saw a 128i, quite attractive by pod
Jan 11, 2009 (7:58 pm)
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At last, in RI I saw a parked orange/brownish 128i. It looked very well proportioned from front and back. I had expected it to look a bit out of porportion or high but definitely not so. The company pictures make it look funky weird but in person I found it very attractive. I would definitely go with the 128i as stripped as possible. I do not need the power of the 135i and wish to come in somewhere about $30K. I am single and do not need a functional back seat ( I rarely transport friends). Will the trunk hold a set of clubs and a push cart?
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Re: Finally saw a 128i, quite attractive [pod] by andys120
Jan 11, 2009 (8:18 pm)
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Replying to: pod (Jan 11, 2009 7:58 pm)

Will the trunk hold a set of clubs and a push cart?
 
Doubtful, in fact I don't think you could do that w a 3er. IIRC the rear seat folds down which might help.
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Re: Finally saw a 128i, quite attractive [pod] by 1lotlizard
Jan 24, 2009 (9:48 pm)
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Replying to: pod (Jan 11, 2009 7:58 pm)

I put two sets of clubs in a 128 convertible -- "stand-bags", not the real big tour-sized bags. It would have taken a duffle bag in addition to that. The disadvantage is that the reason you have a decent trunk is the absence of a spare and the presence of the the run flat tires. There are thousands of posts on other boards expressing dissatisfaction with RFTs. Those tires are the sole reason I have not taken a more serious look at the BMW 1-series.
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Re: Finally saw a 128i, quite attractive [1lotlizard] by fedlawman
Jan 25, 2009 (7:38 am)
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Replying to: 1lotlizard (Jan 24, 2009 9:48 pm)

There is a non run-flat option available for the 1-series. It is available from Tire Rack for about $700.

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