New to 1addicts? Introduce yourselves...

AlexPT · 04-28-2008, 02:27 PM

Hi I'm Alex. As I've been using this forum a lot (way too much) to inform myself about every little possible detail before ordering my 120d, I thought it would be only fair to introduce myself. I'll post some pics as soon as I get it (end of May). It will be a monaco blue, lemon interior, gloss black trims, etc. My first BMW

Thanks to all of you for all the useful info although at the beginning i was getting confused as the std options for the US were very different to those here in EU (especially the info concerning the speakers and audio equipment). Thanks again!

Lenny · 04-29-2008, 02:26 PM

hey hey, I'm lenny...not too hard to guess tho. 20 years young, drive a G35 coupe, reside in Virginia Beach. I've been following along with this forum for a minute now, reading up on 135 pros and cons as I'm looking to get either that or a 335i.

Blokatos · 05-01-2008, 03:03 AM

Hello everyone,

my name is Nikos and I am from Greece.

I am a huge BMW fan in general, and even bigger fan of the 1 series in particular.
I was working as an automotive journalist for about 10 years here in Greece and I had worked for the local editions of EVO magazine and TOP GEAR magazine among others.

Now I am in the construction business (I work as a construction manager) and I drive a Mazda MX5 1.6 with a Torsen LSD diff and some other minor mods (opened intake, free flow cat, Lotus Elise bucket seats, reinforced rear anti roll bar mounts, custom made wooden gear knob).

I enjoy driving in the twisties and I like drifting whenever possible.
I plan on buying a BMW 120d coupe in the next months and I found this nice forum as I was searching for some info about LSD diffs for the 1.:roundel:

I believe this is a proper introduction and I want to apologize in advance for any misuse of the English language.

Hello to everybody again...

Oregon · 05-01-2008, 03:12 AM

Welcome aboard Nikos, you'll find a helpful gathering here. Don't hesitate to participate, you'll make some new friends.

dokaebeex · 05-02-2008, 01:44 AM

Hi guys,

My name is Chris and I am going in to test drive the 135i tomorrow. After having a terrible test drive of the Mercedes Benz C350, I have been very interested in the 1 series. I have been reading all different kinds of posts on this forum and it has quickly become one of my favorite forums and cars. I may be coming back to post again.

I've looked around but I am still confused. When people say they paid $600 under MSRP or $700 over invoice, are they talking about the price they paid of the car with the options including taxes, or before. Is that how much they paid out the door, like they signed a check and it was their's for that price? Thanks.

Oregon · 05-02-2008, 02:05 AM

Welcome aboard, Chris. I used to live in Cucamonga, we weren't too far from each other.:wink:

jasp · 05-02-2008, 11:17 AM

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Originally Posted by dokaebeex

Hi guys,

My name is Chris and I am going in to test drive the 135i tomorrow. After having a terrible test drive of the Mercedes Benz C350, I have been very interested in the 1 series. I have been reading all different kinds of posts on this forum and it has quickly become one of my favorite forums and cars. I may be coming back to post again.

I've looked around but I am still confused. When people say they paid $600 under MSRP or $700 over invoice, are they talking about the price they paid of the car with the options including taxes, or before. Is that how much they paid out the door, like they signed a check and it was their's for that price? Thanks.

i got $750 under MSRP with all the options included but before taxes and fees.

OrientBlauZHP · 05-13-2008, 08:50 AM

Hey everyone, just wanted to say that I've been lurking on here for the last few days reading everything I can on the new 1; thought I'd finally join. Lots of great information and I am looking forward to ordering mine in a month or sooner.

~ILLEST 1~ · 05-17-2008, 05:22 PM

hey wassa guys Im Steve, just here trying to pass the time till I get my 1'er

All4One · 06-20-2008, 10:29 AM

Damn, Its only now that i noticed the thread, hello my name is Steve, i was a lurker for a while, now I am an addict. I ordered a 135i.

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Advice is a dangerous gift, not even from the wise to the wise...all courses could run ill -modified excerpt from J.R.R. Tolkien

SG135i · 06-21-2008, 11:19 PM

Hi there, I just became a member but I have been learning a lot from this forum while enjoying my 135i for the last 35 days.
Looking forward to an active membership.

Heinzftw · 06-22-2008, 02:43 AM

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Originally Posted by SG135i

Hi there, I just became a member but I have been learning a lot from this forum while enjoying my 135i for the last 35 days.
Looking forward to an active membership.

Welcome SG135i!! :thumbup:

Oregon · 06-22-2008, 03:59 AM

Welcome aboard SG135i, you'll find the camaraderie, cordial, friendly, cooperative. Glad to have you here.

jmb1509 · 07-20-2008, 04:19 PM

I'm Joe. I just moved down to the pensacola/Gulf coast area. I used to have a 03 evo8. I traded it in on a truck I'm regretting it everyday. The 135 seems to be perfect.

larryn · 07-20-2008, 04:38 PM

Cool! Welcome Joe! Have you taken a test drive yet? You'll prob be buying one, if you do. :smile:

Darth One · 07-20-2008, 07:17 PM

hi all. i finally decided to register because i just picked up my 135i coupe last week.

i've been wanting to get a second car for awhile and didn't really know what i wanted - only that it had to be a fun, high performance car. browsing around the internet (very familiar with the E46 scene as i have an 01 330ci), i came across this site. i have to say, you guys are responsible for piquing my interest, sending me off to the dealership to drive the car, and ultimately dropping $43k on a car when i was supposedly "just looking around to see what's out there" :biggrin:

anyway, i haven't regretted a second of it yet. hope to enjoy the car in stock form for a few months, see what you all are doing with yours, and modify it once the aftermarket starts gearing up....

btw, i haven't seen a single 1 on the streets except mine...isn't that strange? i live in south florida too, where even six-figure new car models don't take a long time to be seen...

atr_hugo · 07-20-2008, 07:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Darth One

i came across this site. i have to say, you guys are responsible for piquing my interest, sending me off to the dealership to drive the car, and ultimately dropping $43k on a car when i was supposedly "just looking around to see what's out there"

Hey man, don't lay that guilt trip on us!! ; -)

Welcome to 1ADDICTS!!

tiintegra · 07-20-2008, 08:54 PM

I been here for a while yet never introduced myself.. I'm Mike an im a 1'aholic

GemBm · 07-21-2008, 08:05 AM

Hi, just picked up my 135 Saturday can't keep the smile off my face!

Sansnoetic · 07-27-2008, 12:17 PM

Hello!! I've been reading the 1addicts threads for quite some time (during my car research phase), but only joined after I made the leap of faith by ordering my 135i just a few days ago. I'm extremely thrilled BMW decided to bring the 1-series to the States. As an American living in the UK, I was one of the first to own the new 1-series (2004 120i Sport). Even to this day after driving the car for a few years now, every time I step in and push-start the ignition, I get really excited. The car is such a thrill to drive!! And now it's just a natural progression as I move back to the US, I purchase a new 135i. My 120i is nice, but I always thought it needed a bit more power. And now I get over 300HP! I can't wait!!!!

Rossmar · 07-27-2008, 03:24 PM

I'm Ross from Greater Boston and I've been on the forum since I paid my dealer. I'm happy to be picking up my 128i in Munich in just over a month!

tlav17 · 08-05-2008, 03:41 PM

I'm Tim from New Jersey. I don't currently drive a 1-series but I can't wait to get one in the future. I drive a 2007 328i sedan with sports package. I love it!:roundel:

However, I am addicted to the ONE!

04-28-2008, 02:27 PM	#507
AlexPT New Member 0 Rep 9 Posts Drives: Join Date: Apr 2008 iTrader: (0)	Hi I'm Alex. As I've been using this forum a lot (way too much) to inform myself about every little possible detail before ordering my 120d, I thought it would be only fair to introduce myself. I'll post some pics as soon as I get it (end of May). It will be a monaco blue, lemon interior, gloss black trims, etc. My first BMW Thanks to all of you for all the useful info although at the beginning i was getting confused as the std options for the US were very different to those here in EU (especially the info concerning the speakers and audio equipment). Thanks again!
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04-29-2008, 02:26 PM	#508
Lenny Registered 0 Rep 2 Posts Drives: Join Date: Apr 2008 iTrader: (0)	hey hey, I'm lenny...not too hard to guess tho. 20 years young, drive a G35 coupe, reside in Virginia Beach. I've been following along with this forum for a minute now, reading up on 135 pros and cons as I'm looking to get either that or a 335i. __________________ :wink:
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05-01-2008, 03:03 AM	#509
Blokatos New Member 1 Rep 7 Posts Drives: Join Date: May 2008 iTrader: (0)	Hello everyone, my name is Nikos and I am from Greece. I am a huge BMW fan in general, and even bigger fan of the 1 series in particular. I was working as an automotive journalist for about 10 years here in Greece and I had worked for the local editions of EVO magazine and TOP GEAR magazine among others. Now I am in the construction business (I work as a construction manager) and I drive a Mazda MX5 1.6 with a Torsen LSD diff and some other minor mods (opened intake, free flow cat, Lotus Elise bucket seats, reinforced rear anti roll bar mounts, custom made wooden gear knob). I enjoy driving in the twisties and I like drifting whenever possible. I plan on buying a BMW 120d coupe in the next months and I found this nice forum as I was searching for some info about LSD diffs for the 1.:roundel: I believe this is a proper introduction and I want to apologize in advance for any misuse of the English language. Hello to everybody again...
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05-01-2008, 03:12 AM	#510
Oregon NRA Life Member, BMW CCA 30 year member 184 Rep 2,614 Posts Drives: 04' M3 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Oregon iTrader: (1) Garage List 1971 2002 [0.00] 2004 M3 [0.00] 2008 135i [0.00]	Welcome aboard Nikos, you'll find a helpful gathering here. Don't hesitate to participate, you'll make some new friends. __________________ Resigned 1ADDICTS Moderator “To disarm the people is the best and most effective way to enslave them.” – George Mason
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05-02-2008, 01:44 AM	#511
dokaebeex Registered 0 Rep 3 Posts Drives: Join Date: May 2008 iTrader: (0)	Intro Hi guys, My name is Chris and I am going in to test drive the 135i tomorrow. After having a terrible test drive of the Mercedes Benz C350, I have been very interested in the 1 series. I have been reading all different kinds of posts on this forum and it has quickly become one of my favorite forums and cars. I may be coming back to post again. I've looked around but I am still confused. When people say they paid $600 under MSRP or $700 over invoice, are they talking about the price they paid of the car with the options including taxes, or before. Is that how much they paid out the door, like they signed a check and it was their's for that price? Thanks.
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05-02-2008, 02:05 AM	#512
Oregon NRA Life Member, BMW CCA 30 year member 184 Rep 2,614 Posts Drives: 04' M3 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Oregon iTrader: (1) Garage List 1971 2002 [0.00] 2004 M3 [0.00] 2008 135i [0.00]	Welcome aboard, Chris. I used to live in Cucamonga, we weren't too far from each other.:wink: __________________ Resigned 1ADDICTS Moderator “To disarm the people is the best and most effective way to enslave them.” – George Mason
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05-13-2008, 08:50 AM	#514
OrientBlauZHP 1addict regardless 7 Rep 248 Posts Drives: Join Date: May 2008 iTrader: (0)	Hey everyone, just wanted to say that I've been lurking on here for the last few days reading everything I can on the new 1; thought I'd finally join. Lots of great information and I am looking forward to ordering mine in a month or sooner.
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05-17-2008, 05:22 PM	#515
~ILLEST 1~ Brigadier 10 Rep 80 Posts Drives: e90 328i Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida iTrader: (0)	hey wassa guys Im Steve, just here trying to pass the time till I get my 1'er
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06-20-2008, 10:29 AM	#516
All4One Second Lieutenant 3 Rep 241 Posts Drives: 135icp Join Date: May 2008 Location: Bay Area iTrader: (0)	Damn, Its only now that i noticed the thread, hello my name is Steve, i was a lurker for a while, now I am an addict. I ordered a 135i. ------------- Advice is a dangerous gift, not even from the wise to the wise...all courses could run ill -modified excerpt from J.R.R. Tolkien
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06-21-2008, 11:19 PM	#517
SG135i Registered 1 Rep 3 Posts Drives: Join Date: Jun 2008 iTrader: (0)	One more 1Addict Hi there, I just became a member but I have been learning a lot from this forum while enjoying my 135i for the last 35 days. Looking forward to an active membership.
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06-22-2008, 03:59 AM	#519
Oregon NRA Life Member, BMW CCA 30 year member 184 Rep 2,614 Posts Drives: 04' M3 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Oregon iTrader: (1) Garage List 1971 2002 [0.00] 2004 M3 [0.00] 2008 135i [0.00]	Welcome aboard SG135i, you'll find the camaraderie, cordial, friendly, cooperative. Glad to have you here. __________________ Resigned 1ADDICTS Moderator “To disarm the people is the best and most effective way to enslave them.” – George Mason
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07-20-2008, 04:19 PM	#520
jmb1509 New Member 0 Rep 11 Posts Drives: Join Date: Jul 2008 iTrader: (0)	I'm Joe. I just moved down to the pensacola/Gulf coast area. I used to have a 03 evo8. I traded it in on a truck I'm regretting it everyday. The 135 seems to be perfect.
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07-20-2008, 04:38 PM	#521
larryn Lieutenant General 2148 Rep 10,176 Posts Drives: '97 332ti, '21 X5 45e, '16 GT4 Join Date: May 2005 Location: Seattle iTrader: (2)	Cool! Welcome Joe! Have you taken a test drive yet? You'll prob be buying one, if you do. :smile:
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07-20-2008, 07:17 PM	#522
Darth One drunk poster 6614 Rep 3,649 Posts Drives: M4 GTS \| E46 M3 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: FL iTrader: (0)	hi all. i finally decided to register because i just picked up my 135i coupe last week. i've been wanting to get a second car for awhile and didn't really know what i wanted - only that it had to be a fun, high performance car. browsing around the internet (very familiar with the E46 scene as i have an 01 330ci), i came across this site. i have to say, you guys are responsible for piquing my interest, sending me off to the dealership to drive the car, and ultimately dropping $43k on a car when i was supposedly "just looking around to see what's out there" :biggrin: anyway, i haven't regretted a second of it yet. hope to enjoy the car in stock form for a few months, see what you all are doing with yours, and modify it once the aftermarket starts gearing up.... btw, i haven't seen a single 1 on the streets except mine...isn't that strange? i live in south florida too, where even six-figure new car models don't take a long time to be seen...
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07-20-2008, 08:54 PM	#524
tiintegra Private First Class 4 Rep 169 Posts Drives: Join Date: Jan 2008 iTrader: (0)	I been here for a while yet never introduced myself.. I'm Mike an im a 1'aholic
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07-21-2008, 08:05 AM	#525
GemBm Private 0 Rep 78 Posts Drives: 08 135i, Spt Pkg,Nav,PDC,IPOD Join Date: May 2007 Location: Elgin, OK iTrader: (0)	Hi, just picked up my 135 Saturday can't keep the smile off my face!
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07-27-2008, 12:17 PM	#526
Sansnoetic Private First Class 111 Rep 137 Posts Drives: '09 135i Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: washington Dc iTrader: (0) Garage List m [0.00]	Hello!! I've been reading the 1addicts threads for quite some time (during my car research phase), but only joined after I made the leap of faith by ordering my 135i just a few days ago. I'm extremely thrilled BMW decided to bring the 1-series to the States. As an American living in the UK, I was one of the first to own the new 1-series (2004 120i Sport). Even to this day after driving the car for a few years now, every time I step in and push-start the ignition, I get really excited. The car is such a thrill to drive!! And now it's just a natural progression as I move back to the US, I purchase a new 135i. My 120i is nice, but I always thought it needed a bit more power. And now I get over 300HP! I can't wait!!!!
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07-27-2008, 03:24 PM	#527
Rossmar Private 0 Rep 85 Posts Drives: 128i Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Shrewsbury, MA iTrader: (0)	I'm Ross from Greater Boston and I've been on the forum since I paid my dealer. I'm happy to be picking up my 128i in Munich in just over a month! __________________ Surviving in my 08 Montego 128i
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08-05-2008, 03:41 PM	#528
tlav17 Lieutenant 25 Rep 409 Posts Drives: F15 X5 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Central Jersey iTrader: (0)	new member I'm Tim from New Jersey. I don't currently drive a 1-series but I can't wait to get one in the future. I drive a 2007 328i sedan with sports package. I love it!:roundel: However, I am addicted to the ONE!
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