Can't believe you "getting shit" for driving a hatchback.
People that criticise 1 series cars as if they were hyundais or Mazda 3s or golfs just have no clue. There is NO more balanced small car than the e87 especially in msport guise.
People just don't realize just how great they are and it is frustrating. If you give them a drive the they will understand.
And you know what? I have both a 120msport and a 130msport and to be honest, apart from the straight line speed of the 130, I almost could say I enjoy the 120 more
... Just saying this so you don't have too much 130i envy - don't!
Can't put my finger on why I love the 120i at least as much as he 130 - it just feels more nimble! But it might be all in my head!