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33beto · 10-19-2012, 01:22 PM

After less than 2 yrs of owning a CPO328i and loving every minute behind the wheel, this: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...=758304&page=1

Now, im in search of my next BMW and im really contemplating a 128i or a Vert.

Any one here made this switch and happy or regreted it? I do know is a matter of taste and a test drive to make the final descition.

Just like to know some of your opinions.

Lou.

DanG · 10-19-2012, 02:06 PM

I switched from an E46 M3 to a 128i. Not nearly the same power but the handling with the sports package is actually better. Not regretting the decision and I saved a ton of money by not getting an M.

Dackelone · 10-19-2012, 02:54 PM

I think there are many people here who have switched/jumped from a 3er to a 1er. The 1er just handles better and has a more nimble lighter feel to it. I think you might find this article an interesting read.

128i: Simple Fun, Great Price! ...in Bimmer Magazine...
http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showt...28i+bimmer+mag

Qunadry · 10-19-2012, 03:48 PM

In 2009 I went from a 335i to a 135i and was thrilled. I then allowed myself to get caught up in the HPFP frenzy and went to a Audi A5. Very good car, but not a BMW and in particular not a 135i. Thanks to an understanding wife, I now have a 2012 135i and I am again thrilled. I believe the 1 series is the best BMW currently being made and I hope to have my 135i for a long,long time.

golf_234 · 10-19-2012, 03:52 PM

White Black or Red 128i
Terracotta Interior, or Black if Red Car
6MT
Sport
Premium

.. Prob the best single keeper of a car i could think of from any current manufacturer. Gas prices, style, everything. Such an amazing car.

Alow · 10-19-2012, 06:39 PM

My wife has a 328i and I drive a 128i so I can compare them often. The 328i is fun, but the 128i is more fun for me... Smaller, nimbler, but same great engine. I prefer mine every time.

tuco44 · 10-19-2012, 09:02 PM

As my sig says, I have come to the 135i from a series of newer BMWs, a 2011 X3, a 2009 M3 Sedan, and a 2008 535xi. I also briefly had a low-kms, 3 yr old (at the time) 2007 328xiTouring.

I find the 135i to be the best combo of reasonable price to buy and run, fun to drive, light and nimble to handle and always entertaining on the street of all those recent BMWs - yes, including the M3 Sedan which was actually less fun in town than my 135i. Admittedly the M3 would run away and hide from a 135i on the hiway, but how often can you do that before your license is toast.

My current plan is to keep this 1er a long time. It is one of the best cars BMW makes today. Period.

Tee-Dub · 10-19-2012, 09:14 PM

I will hopefully take delivery of my 2008 135i early next week. What it reminded me of on my test drive was my old E36 325is I had years ago. My last E90 330i was a great car but they have grown. I think the size of the 135i is reminiscint of the earlier 3 series cars.

alvitdk · 10-19-2012, 09:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 33beto

After less than 2 yrs of owning a CPO328i and loving every minute behind the wheel, this: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...=758304&page=1

Now, im in search of my next BMW and im really contemplating a 128i or a Vert.

Any one here made this switch and happy or regreted it? I do know is a matter of taste and a test drive to make the final descition.

Just like to know some of your opinions.

Lou.

Get the best of both, the 128i convertible is a great, fun and reliable car. Best one I ever had. Absolutely would not want to be without a convertible again. The R6 engine, even without turbo is a blast to drive and never had any issues for the last 45k miles. Get one and you will not regret it.

Now, I never owned a 328i but drove it as a loaner for 8 days, no comparison, the 128 wins hands down in the fun factor. But make sure you get it with the sports package, great seats and the suspension is so much better.

33beto · 10-19-2012, 10:26 PM

Thanks for the imput guys. I have to start the search and test drive ASAP.

should I avoid 2008 (first year introduction?)

Lou.

tuco44 · 10-19-2012, 11:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 33beto

Thanks for the imput guys. I have to start the search and test drive ASAP.

should I avoid 2008 (first year introduction?)

Lou.

Others may disagree, but I would avoid 2008s. Why risk it?

33beto · 10-19-2012, 11:11 PM

cos i found a sweet deal here and is CPO'd: http://www.cars.com/go/search/detail...nal&listType=1

Bmwbreed · 10-20-2012, 10:30 AM

Just do it!

10-19-2012, 01:22 PM	#1
33beto Second Lieutenant Drives: R.I.P. 08 E90 328i/GM 6L45E Join Date: May 2011 Location: New Jersey Posts: 264 iTrader: (0)	Maybe this is for me (1series) After less than 2 yrs of owning a CPO328i and loving every minute behind the wheel, this: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...=758304&page=1 Now, im in search of my next BMW and im really contemplating a 128i or a Vert. Any one here made this switch and happy or regreted it? I do know is a matter of taste and a test drive to make the final descition. Just like to know some of your opinions. Lou. __________________ R.I.P 10/14/12
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10-19-2012, 02:54 PM	#3
Dackelone Moderator Drives: 135i Silber mit/Rot 6MT N54 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Bayern, Germany Posts: 13,048 iTrader: (0)	I think there are many people here who have switched/jumped from a 3er to a 1er. The 1er just handles better and has a more nimble lighter feel to it. I think you might find this article an interesting read. 128i: Simple Fun, Great Price! ...in Bimmer Magazine... http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showt...28i+bimmer+mag __________________ Dackel's European Delivery Museum Guide 1addicts at Stelv1oPass

10-19-2012, 03:52 PM	#5
golf_234 Private First Class Drives: 2008 135i Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Salt Lake City Posts: 171 iTrader: (0)	White Black or Red 128i Terracotta Interior, or Black if Red Car 6MT Sport Premium .. Prob the best single keeper of a car i could think of from any current manufacturer. Gas prices, style, everything. Such an amazing car. __________________ 2008 135i \| AW \| Sport Package \| Premium Package \| 19" Matte Black CSLs 225/35r19 \| Comfort Access Adaptive Xenons \| Nappa Leather \| Heated Seats \| Power Folding Mirrors \| Rain Sensor \| Clear Bra \| Mint

10-19-2012, 09:02 PM	#7
tuco44 Major Drives: 2012 E82 135i MSport Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Western Canada Posts: 1,197 iTrader: (0)	As my sig says, I have come to the 135i from a series of newer BMWs, a 2011 X3, a 2009 M3 Sedan, and a 2008 535xi. I also briefly had a low-kms, 3 yr old (at the time) 2007 328xiTouring. I find the 135i to be the best combo of reasonable price to buy and run, fun to drive, light and nimble to handle and always entertaining on the street of all those recent BMWs - yes, including the M3 Sedan which was actually less fun in town than my 135i. Admittedly the M3 would run away and hide from a 135i on the hiway, but how often can you do that before your license is toast. My current plan is to keep this 1er a long time. It is one of the best cars BMW makes today. Period. __________________ 2012 135i E82 MSport DCT LeMans Blue Previous BMWs - 2011 X3 35i MSport VR (sold), 2009 M3 Sedan AW (sold), 2008 535xi MSport AW (sold), 2007 328xiT Barbera (sold), plus 11 others in the 70s & 80s.

10-19-2012, 10:26 PM	#10
33beto Second Lieutenant Drives: R.I.P. 08 E90 328i/GM 6L45E Join Date: May 2011 Location: New Jersey Posts: 264 iTrader: (0)	Thanks for the imput guys. I have to start the search and test drive ASAP. should I avoid 2008 (first year introduction?) Lou. __________________ R.I.P 10/14/12 Last edited by 33beto; 10-19-2012 at 10:34 PM.

10-19-2012, 02:06 PM	#2
DanG Enlisted Member Drives: 2011 128i Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Seattle Posts: 32 iTrader: (0)	I switched from an E46 M3 to a 128i. Not nearly the same power but the handling with the sports package is actually better. Not regretting the decision and I saved a ton of money by not getting an M.

10-19-2012, 03:48 PM	#4
Qunadry Private First Class Drives: 2012 135i Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Northeast Posts: 183 iTrader: (0)	In 2009 I went from a 335i to a 135i and was thrilled. I then allowed myself to get caught up in the HPFP frenzy and went to a Audi A5. Very good car, but not a BMW and in particular not a 135i. Thanks to an understanding wife, I now have a 2012 135i and I am again thrilled. I believe the 1 series is the best BMW currently being made and I hope to have my 135i for a long,long time.

10-19-2012, 06:39 PM	#6
Alow First Lieutenant Drives: 09 128i Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Kansas City, MO Posts: 367 iTrader: (1)	My wife has a 328i and I drive a 128i so I can compare them often. The 328i is fun, but the 128i is more fun for me... Smaller, nimbler, but same great engine. I prefer mine every time.

10-19-2012, 09:14 PM	#8
Tee-Dub Captain Drives: 2008 135i Join Date: May 2009 Location: Vancouver, WA Posts: 754 iTrader: (9)	I will hopefully take delivery of my 2008 135i early next week. What it reminded me of on my test drive was my old E36 325is I had years ago. My last E90 330i was a great car but they have grown. I think the size of the 135i is reminiscint of the earlier 3 series cars.

10-19-2012, 11:11 PM	#12
33beto Second Lieutenant Drives: R.I.P. 08 E90 328i/GM 6L45E Join Date: May 2011 Location: New Jersey Posts: 264 iTrader: (0)	cos i found a sweet deal here and is CPO'd: http://www.cars.com/go/search/detail...nal&listType=1 __________________ R.I.P 10/14/12

10-20-2012, 10:30 AM	#13
Bmwbreed Captain Drives: 2013 BMW 135i Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Rota Spain (US Forces) Posts: 894 iTrader: (3)	Just do it!

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