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05-15-2012, 06:21 PM | #67 | |
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I believe the last we'll ever see of the N54 is the MY2013 335is. http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?p=11969620 |
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05-15-2012, 08:21 PM | #71 |
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"The 135is is equipped with sport suspension incorporating an aluminum double-pivot front suspension and a five-link fully independent rear suspension in lightweight steel."
So, does this mean it's the exact same suspension as the regular Sports/M-Sports cars or a bit different? I don't know enough about the low level details on the 1 suspension. |
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05-15-2012, 09:13 PM | #73 |
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I too want to know what color that is, cause I love blue!
Also sounds like no overboost function on this car, which I find interesting since its an 'is.' Also its really not much different than a 135 with M sport package. I have the stage 1 ppk, perf exhaust, perf short shift kit, perf suspension, black grills, cf spoiler and mirrors so it seems that my car is an 'is+'! Lol
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05-15-2012, 09:30 PM | #74 | |
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05-15-2012, 10:24 PM | #76 | |
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05-15-2012, 10:33 PM | #78 | |
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If you wanted to get all of the Performance parts, this car isn't such a bad deal, but personally I would only want the power kit and exhaust on my 135i so I'd rather just get those for the 135i I already have. |
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05-15-2012, 10:39 PM | #79 |
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The true e36M3, the M3 GTR, M3 GTS, etc. No sarcasm here.
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05-15-2012, 10:44 PM | #80 | |
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![]() i paid less for my 1M with some options than what this "is" is going to retail for 42k vs 44+k |
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05-15-2012, 10:46 PM | #81 |
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05-15-2012, 11:13 PM | #83 |
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I think you all just need to accept the 135is as a marketing ploy to keep the car fresh for another 12 months. Nothing more - nothing less. They were never going to bring out something to upset the 1M customers as those guys bought a limited edition version. I just picked up "Edition sport plus" which is what you guys are finally just getting. The blue stiching on the seats, the blacklines, 313's and all are just cosmetic but they sure make the car look more attractive from pick up.
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05-15-2012, 11:53 PM | #84 | |
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My question is, If the numbers didn't work to 'homologate' more 1Ms for the US, what is the justification for the 135is? This is what makes me believe that BMW USA did intentionally limit the units in the US.
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05-16-2012, 12:04 AM | #85 |
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This is a good decision. I like the 135is much better than the M135i. I keep thinking there may be an issue that delayed the 2 series coupe for another 12months - Styling perhaps?
Stock 135i suspension isn't the best, so hopefully the 135is is tied to the road a bit better. |
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05-16-2012, 12:49 AM | #87 |
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I see many people saying this model isn't worth the premium because buyers can mod their own cars for less, but you have to remember that a lot of BMWs in the U.S. are leased. Those of us who lease are far less likely to mod our cars, so the idea of a factory built and warranted car with mods can be appealing.
Also, keep in mind that those of us who lease only pay a fraction of the premium that a package like this adds to the sale price. Assuming this car has a residual of around 64% on a 36 month, 12K mile per year lease, the lessee only pays $360 for each $1,000 added to the price. Just some food for thought... My 3 Series lease is up this time next year and I'm targeting an E82 lease, so this extra model is worth considering given my situation. |
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