Glowing praise from edmunds inside line...

aus_buster · 06-03-2008, 03:28 AM

http://blogs.edmunds.com/roadtests/c...at.2008BMW135i

" When the BMW 135 first arrived, I had zero interest in the car. Maybe it's BMW owners, then again maybe that's just a stereotype. I'm sure they're not ALL posturing with leased 325s they can barely afford while living in a small rented apartment on the very edge of the trendy part of town. Surely some BMW owners have a real love for the purity of their cars.
And that's where the 135 comes in. At first, I couldn't imagine wanting, owning or even driving a car that' smaller than a 3 series. I may have even said out loud "what's the point?" Then I drove it - there is something so perfect about the 135i - the shifter, the engine, the clutch, the ride and it even has a nice clean look inside along with a very good stereo. Honestly, the 1 series may be the perfect sports coupe - it may even be the perfect car. Small, light, quick and fun - I stand corrected.
Brian Moody, Road Test Editor "

Oregon · 06-03-2008, 04:44 AM

That 'BMW-owner' stereotype is in the back of my mind whenever I am out-and-about, the reason I drive responsibly. Whenever the opportunity presents itself, I will recognize other drivers on the road, construction situations, etc.... BMW ownership could use some rehabilitation. Can anybody here tell me why?

That color combination works well. Pretty good pics in that review, one of the few image spreads which did not distort the proportions of the car. Good for them.

"Honestly, the 1 series may be the perfect sports coupe - it may even be the perfect car. Small, light, quick and fun - I stand corrected." Do you think he likes it?:wink:

jbenington86 · 06-03-2008, 04:50 AM

because of people like this http://www.jimmy540i.com/bmwnightmare.htm

hahaha had to dig it up again

MastaMind · 06-03-2008, 06:12 AM

When the BMW 135 first arrived, I had zero interest in the car. Maybe it's BMW owners, then again maybe that's just a stereotype. I'm sure they're not ALL posturing with leased 325s they can barely afford while living in a small rented apartment on the very edge of the trendy part of town. Surely some BMW owners have a real love for the purity of their cars.

ZING!

I'm not sure how applicable that would be to 135 owners, however. I just don't see this car catering to that demographic, but who knows.

Citizen Z · 06-03-2008, 06:36 AM

The 135i isn't the right car for a poseur. People laugh and say, "what is it, the poor man's BMW?" I say, "no, its the poor man's M3."

Kiety · 06-03-2008, 06:51 AM

^ truth

warmtoes · 06-03-2008, 09:31 AM

What he says about "BMW Owner Stereotype" is one of the reasons I've stayed away from BMW's. But, after driving the 1 on a closed course I couldn't help but love the car. It drove like nothing I've ever driven before. Ordered it 2 days later!

BMW Dreamer · 06-03-2008, 09:44 AM

Good. Must get the sport seats, YES, its a sports coupe not a Buick. I like that.

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aus_buster Private First Class 12 Rep 119 Posts Drives: Join Date: Mar 2008 iTrader: (0)	Glowing praise from edmunds inside line... http://blogs.edmunds.com/roadtests/c...at.2008BMW135i " When the BMW 135 first arrived, I had zero interest in the car. Maybe it's BMW owners, then again maybe that's just a stereotype. I'm sure they're not ALL posturing with leased 325s they can barely afford while living in a small rented apartment on the very edge of the trendy part of town. Surely some BMW owners have a real love for the purity of their cars. And that's where the 135 comes in. At first, I couldn't imagine wanting, owning or even driving a car that' smaller than a 3 series. I may have even said out loud "what's the point?" Then I drove it - there is something so perfect about the 135i - the shifter, the engine, the clutch, the ride and it even has a nice clean look inside along with a very good stereo. Honestly, the 1 series may be the perfect sports coupe - it may even be the perfect car. Small, light, quick and fun - I stand corrected. Brian Moody, Road Test Editor " __________________ 135i M, LeMans Blue, Step, Pro Hifi, Business Nav
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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]	That 'BMW-owner' stereotype is in the back of my mind whenever I am out-and-about, the reason I drive responsibly. Whenever the opportunity presents itself, I will recognize other drivers on the road, construction situations, etc.... BMW ownership could use some rehabilitation. Can anybody here tell me why? That color combination works well. Pretty good pics in that review, one of the few image spreads which did not distort the proportions of the car. Good for them. "Honestly, the 1 series may be the perfect sports coupe - it may even be the perfect car. Small, light, quick and fun - I stand corrected." Do you think he likes it?:wink: __________________ Resigned 1ADDICTS Moderator “To disarm the people is the best and most effective way to enslave them.” – George Mason
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jbenington86 Major 60 Rep 1,201 Posts Drives: 2015 M235i, 2017 Tundra Join Date: May 2008 Location: TX iTrader: (0) Garage List 2015 M235i [0.00] 2008 128i [0.00]	because of people like this http://www.jimmy540i.com/bmwnightmare.htm hahaha had to dig it up again
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MastaMind I like beer 32 Rep 1,286 Posts Drives: AW 135 Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Under Pressure iTrader: (0)	When the BMW 135 first arrived, I had zero interest in the car. Maybe it's BMW owners, then again maybe that's just a stereotype. I'm sure they're not ALL posturing with leased 325s they can barely afford while living in a small rented apartment on the very edge of the trendy part of town. Surely some BMW owners have a real love for the purity of their cars. ZING! I'm not sure how applicable that would be to 135 owners, however. I just don't see this car catering to that demographic, but who knows.
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Citizen Z Alpine Master 111 Rep 1,310 Posts Drives: '08 135i AW Sport Join Date: May 2008 Location: Kansas iTrader: (1)	The 135i isn't the right car for a poseur. People laugh and say, "what is it, the poor man's BMW?" I say, "no, its the poor man's M3." __________________ Alpine White with Taupe Leather 135i, Sports Package, Heated Seats, Comfort Access, iPod Adapter Fastness: http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=252727
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06-03-2008, 06:51 AM	#6
Kiety The ONE 12 Rep 388 Posts Drives: BMW 135i Cabriolet Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Burnaby iTrader: (1)	^ truth __________________ 135i Cabriolet \| Sparkling Graphite Metallic \| Coral Red Boston Leather \| Moonlight top \| Glacier Aluminum trim \| Premium package \| M Sport package \| Sound package \| PDC \| Power Seats
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warmtoes Lieutenant Colonel 31 Rep 1,917 Posts Drives: EBII 435i xDrive Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Vancouver iTrader: (1)	What he says about "BMW Owner Stereotype" is one of the reasons I've stayed away from BMW's. But, after driving the 1 on a closed course I couldn't help but love the car. It drove like nothing I've ever driven before. Ordered it 2 days later! __________________ *2014 EBII 435i xDrive M-sport* Gone: 2011 TiAg F25 X3 xDrive35i M-sport Gone: 2008 TiAg w/Coral Red E88 135i Cab M-sport
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06-03-2008, 09:44 AM	#8
BMW Dreamer Colonel 73 Rep 2,387 Posts Drives: Modded 06 TL Manual Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Northern IL. iTrader: (0)	Good. Must get the sport seats, YES, its a sports coupe not a Buick. I like that.
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