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BimmerE82 · 11-15-2012, 08:52 AM

All you need to do to come to a rational conclusion is compare horsepower between the two vehicles?? You'd have to buy the top of the line JCW's mini to even come close and I believe you would still be lacking 100 hp ....

ptack · 11-15-2012, 12:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by achtungE30

I'm quite the opposite, I had an R56 S and my '08 135i at the same time and after a week of straight driving the Mini, then getting back behind the wheel of the 1, the 1 felt like a big luxo coupe. The mini driving dynamics is amazing: go-kart like handling, good acceleration (mine was chipped with full dps/catless exhaust) and it was a hoot to drive everywhere.

I'd only consider giving up my 1 for a JCW Mini hatch not convertible.

Frank, we need to talk.

ilikebmxbikes · 11-15-2012, 01:05 PM

why not bump up to a used e9x m3? They have proven to be pretty solid and reliable cars and there are in the low $40's for 08 and 09s.

TheBurro · 11-15-2012, 01:39 PM

I've driven an older JCW Mini and I wouldn't trade my 135 for it. Mini's are fun cars, but I'd buy another 135 in a heartbeat, no question.

631twentyeighteye · 11-15-2012, 02:03 PM

I don't understand why anyone likes or buys mini's, they're ugly, and i laugh at most males that drive them. I don't care how they drive, if a cars completely horrid looking i won't buy it. for all those i just offended, its just my opinion.

135Gunnar · 11-15-2012, 02:26 PM

I'm buying a 135 very soon and wanted your guy's opinion.

first choice:
2011 blue/black M-Sport
$33,888
17,500 miles

second choice:
2009 black/red Premium Pack, navi, heated seats
$30,888
16,500 miles

Is the twin scroll turbo more economical and reliable?
I know you can tune the twin turbo to more horsepower, but I'm not really looking to chip it- just CAI, exhaust, and cosmetic changes.

135Gunnar · 11-15-2012, 02:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 631twentyeighteye

I don't understand why anyone likes or buys mini's, they're ugly, and i laugh at most males that drive them. I don't care how they drive, if a cars completely horrid looking i won't buy it. for all those i just offended, its just my opinion.

I saw a JCW vert on the Irvine lot the other day going for $50 GRAND!!!!!
BAHAHAAHAHAHAAAAA!

orionredwing · 11-15-2012, 06:01 PM

Up until a few weeks ago, I was deciding between a used R56 Mini Cooper S, or a used 08 135i. I was actually trying to purchase a MCS, because I already own a 335i, but in the end, I still opted for the 135i.

- In terms of resale value, the MCS is unbelievably high. I was very surprised.

- Both cars have their share of issues, so one is not more reliable than the other.

- MCS is a great FWD car. On track, a modified MCS w/ LSD can out corner my 335i any day. The fact it's FWD is no negative.

- 135i the 08 model has the N54 engine we all know and love.

- If you're into RWD dynamics, the 135i is the way to go. Despite being impressed with the MCS FWD, I still prefer the cornering dynamics of a RWD when at the limit.

- As others mentioned, a lot of people purchase the MCS because of the styling. In that respect, I prefer it over the 135i.

- For me, the 135i styling was a negative because I already own a 335i. Before I bought it, I already knew I was going to get the 'you bought the same car' remarks

In the end, for a few $K more on the used market, I was able to purchase a 135i. Since I love the N54 engine, and understand the problems of owning it, I opted for the 135i. Because of the high resale value of the MCS, I thought the used 135i was a better bargain.

JasonCSU · 11-16-2012, 12:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jonack

I test drove a Mini Cooper Roadster S the other day. Considering trading in my 2008 135 i for it.... However, when I looked at the sticker price on the Mini, I was shocked: 37,000.00 , and it wasn't loaded, no Nav. So,yesterday I talked with a BMW rep about the 2013 135i, and if I keep the options down ( no Nav, etc.), and I consider BMWCA, Loyalty and other discounts, the price is not much more than the Mini, equally equipped...
So my choices are:
1) Keep my car and drive into the ground..
2) Get the roadster ( I really do feel that it is over priced..)
3) Or take advantage of the value in my car, and turn it over for a 2013 135....

The new 135 i might have the N55 engine.... I have Nav on my present car, think it is a waste, and will eliminate it... Do you guys feel the same about the Nav? Would you (have you...) buy another 135i????

Is your current '08 135 paid off? If it is, why trade it in for a newer model of the same car that you would have to start making payments on again? Is the '08 being out of warranty prompting the trade? If so, it would probably still be more expensive to move to the new car as opposed to paying the maintenance/repair work if/when the '08 135 needs it.

Judge · 11-16-2012, 01:21 PM

I still love my '08 135i but I do have the itch for something new. However, as others have said, if you already have the N54/55 is it worth the upgrade? Are 2013 models that much better than 2008s? Now if I had a 2008 GT-R I'd be feeling inadequate right now.

maxdriver · 11-16-2012, 01:37 PM

I have never driven a Mini, but did used to own a Focus SVT, which battled the Mini in several car mag road tests years ago. I'm sure the Mini is a blast to drive, but to me the front wheel drive is a concession I would not make if given the option of a 135. I'm biased though as I'm taking delivery of a new 2013 135i in the next week or two:-)

WPG D33Z · 11-16-2012, 03:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ammonia

If you currently drive a 135i and theres nothing wrong with it.... why trade?! :]

Keep it! Especially since its an N54!

Yeah I don't get it, why trade for the same car? Much cheaper to keep driving it and pay for repairs then to drop a ton of cash to get a warranty that you may or may not have to use. Half the purchase price of the car is the cost of the warranty for a little piece of mind

Bimmer13 · 11-20-2012, 09:36 AM

HECK YES I'd buy another 135i. However I REALLY like my car and I don't see me trading anytime soon. Only thing is that I need to make it more "unique". Too many similar to mine around here. :-)

2totalled2months · 12-12-2012, 06:21 PM

Its really hard to compare a 135 to any other car, there virtually isnt another in its class, sure some are simular, almost comparable but none that it really competes with. With that being said, either you want a 135 or you dont. Im on my third, each time Ive looked at other options, each time I ended up with a 135. The 1 series has so many different choices within itself too, 128, 135, 135 M sport, M135, 135is and the 1 series M, all but the 135i and 135 Msport have differnt tunings or as with the 128 engines. All 3 of my 135i have been different including my latest in which the dealer wasnt sure what to call it, its not a 135 Msport, or 135, def not an M but it came stock with 320 hp and more M badging then my M sport including an M badge on rear but not before the 135 like the M135,,,any ideas???

631twentyeighteye · 12-12-2012, 06:45 PM

.. Somebody probably thought they were cool and put a M badge on back before they sold it/brought their lease to the dealer..?

BrokenVert · 12-12-2012, 07:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ptack

Frank, we need to talk.

Agreed.

Frank. You own a convertible now - no need to rag on em.

To the OP - I nearly traded my 135 on a 1M, wouldve if I couldve gotten an allocation. So I got an ActiveE instead, so I guess i replaced my DD 1er with another DD 1er...

But twos enough for me. Theyre very good cars, but the prices keep going up. If I was to buy a 2013 car equivalent to mine in every way id be spending somewhere near 5 grand more than I did in 2008.

No thanks. I like the idea of small car payments for a while. So its ActiveE out in a year and hello Fiesta ST DD.

SteveAZ · 12-12-2012, 07:25 PM

I don't think I would buy another 135i, nor do I think I'll be getting rid of this one anytime soon. For me a car like this is a toy, consequently I'm putting the time and money in to it to make it the fastest and best handling car I've had to date. Given this, what would be the point of me starting all over again? As of now mine is paid for and I have no dealer warranty to worry about. I've done tons of homework on the mechanical workings of it and become fairly confident I can do most the wrenching (and coding) myself. Turbo reliability? Not worried about it, almost look forward to the day they start giving me problems and I'll trade them out for RBs. Injectors? I've already updated and coded the remaining recall ones to the latest...no big deal. HPFP? I have the latest but should I have an issue I think they're about $300....no biggie. Consequently I plan on hanging on to it for a while...however...if I got a chance to get a 1M....I'd talking the wife in to trading in her car....

begge · 12-26-2012, 04:22 PM

I wouldn't buy ANOTHER 135i only because I LOVE my 2010 and can't justify parting with it. If I had it to do over again, would I buy it again? Damn right I would!

bimmer98 · 01-26-2013, 06:52 PM

I bought my first one pretty much stock in 2008. since then I upgraded to a fully loaded used 2008 with low miles. Now I am upgrading to a 2013 with euro delivery. I'm going to lease this one, my first time doing so. Delivery is the first week of April! So yea, I would buy it again. And again.

Angerman · 01-26-2013, 07:38 PM

I'd buy another one just to make it a race car

alexc93 · 05-18-2013, 05:47 PM

i bought a 2011 msport 135i with NO other packages, no nav, no power seats and I love it. Stripped and less to go wrong, had a lot of problems with my old 335i..

AJx · 05-18-2013, 07:34 PM

Trade a BMW 135i... for a Mini Cooper?

Thanks for the laugh.

11-15-2012, 08:52 AM	#23
BimmerE82 Lieutenant Drives: 2009 BMW 135i Sport package Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Tucson, Arizona Posts: 510 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2009 BMW 135i [0.00]	All you need to do to come to a rational conclusion is compare horsepower between the two vehicles?? You'd have to buy the top of the line JCW's mini to even come close and I believe you would still be lacking 100 hp .... __________________

11-15-2012, 01:05 PM	#25
ilikebmxbikes Lieutenant Colonel Drives: '08 135i Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: San Francisco Posts: 1,540 iTrader: (20)	why not bump up to a used e9x m3? They have proven to be pretty solid and reliable cars and there are in the low $40's for 08 and 09s. __________________ MY Build Log 08 AW 135i \| Cobb \| ETS FMIC \| ER CP w/ Tial Bov \| AR Catted Downpipes \| Berk Mids \| Meisterschaft GT SUS 1M \|M3 Control Arms \| M3 Sways \| M3 Rear Subframe Bushings \| Wavetrac LSD \| AST 4200 DA Coilovers \| HRE R43 \| Hankook R-S3 \|Full BMW Performance Interior \| Revozport 1M Raze Aero Package in Satin Carbon \|1M Body Conversion\|

11-15-2012, 06:01 PM	#30
orionredwing Captain Drives: 335i Sedan, 135i Coupe Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: San Jose Posts: 703 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 335i [5.00]	Up until a few weeks ago, I was deciding between a used R56 Mini Cooper S, or a used 08 135i. I was actually trying to purchase a MCS, because I already own a 335i, but in the end, I still opted for the 135i. - In terms of resale value, the MCS is unbelievably high. I was very surprised. - Both cars have their share of issues, so one is not more reliable than the other. - MCS is a great FWD car. On track, a modified MCS w/ LSD can out corner my 335i any day. The fact it's FWD is no negative. - 135i the 08 model has the N54 engine we all know and love. - If you're into RWD dynamics, the 135i is the way to go. Despite being impressed with the MCS FWD, I still prefer the cornering dynamics of a RWD when at the limit. - As others mentioned, a lot of people purchase the MCS because of the styling. In that respect, I prefer it over the 135i. - For me, the 135i styling was a negative because I already own a 335i. Before I bought it, I already knew I was going to get the 'you bought the same car' remarks In the end, for a few $K more on the used market, I was able to purchase a 135i. Since I love the N54 engine, and understand the problems of owning it, I opted for the 135i. Because of the high resale value of the MCS, I thought the used 135i was a better bargain. __________________ PROcede \| AMS FMIC \| AR Catless DPs \| AR Oil Cooler \| BMS DCI Wavetrac LSD \| KW V3 w/ Swift Springs \| M3 Front Suspension

11-16-2012, 01:37 PM	#33
maxdriver Private Drives: 2013 135i M-sport 6-spd! Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: New England Posts: 93 iTrader: (0)	I have never driven a Mini, but did used to own a Focus SVT, which battled the Mini in several car mag road tests years ago. I'm sure the Mini is a blast to drive, but to me the front wheel drive is a concession I would not make if given the option of a 135. I'm biased though as I'm taking delivery of a new 2013 135i in the next week or two:-) __________________ 2013 135i - M-Sport - Premium - manual tranny - Jet Black - Harmon Kardon - BMW Assist

12-12-2012, 07:25 PM	#39
SteveAZ First Lieutenant Drives: 135i Cab Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 346 iTrader: (2)	I don't think I would buy another 135i, nor do I think I'll be getting rid of this one anytime soon. For me a car like this is a toy, consequently I'm putting the time and money in to it to make it the fastest and best handling car I've had to date. Given this, what would be the point of me starting all over again? As of now mine is paid for and I have no dealer warranty to worry about. I've done tons of homework on the mechanical workings of it and become fairly confident I can do most the wrenching (and coding) myself. Turbo reliability? Not worried about it, almost look forward to the day they start giving me problems and I'll trade them out for RBs. Injectors? I've already updated and coded the remaining recall ones to the latest...no big deal. HPFP? I have the latest but should I have an issue I think they're about $300....no biggie. Consequently I plan on hanging on to it for a while...however...if I got a chance to get a 1M....I'd talking the wife in to trading in her car.... __________________ 2008 AW E88 Auto Current--AA FMIC--BMS BEF (w/Cobb), G5 ISO, SLD, CPS, DCIs, & OCC--M3 FSB & FCAs--ER OC--Walbro IFP--RB PCV--Whiteline RSFBs--ER SS brakelines--Stoptech slotted rotors w/Ferodo pads--Apex Arc 8s wrapped in Michelin PSS Future upgrades: Wavetrac LSD TBD: coilovers

11-15-2012, 01:39 PM	#26
TheBurro Private First Class Drives: 2009 135i Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 193 iTrader: (3)	I've driven an older JCW Mini and I wouldn't trade my 135 for it. Mini's are fun cars, but I'd buy another 135 in a heartbeat, no question.

11-15-2012, 02:03 PM	#27
631twentyeighteye Captain Drives: 2010 128i MT Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Long island Posts: 873 iTrader: (6)	I don't understand why anyone likes or buys mini's, they're ugly, and i laugh at most males that drive them. I don't care how they drive, if a cars completely horrid looking i won't buy it. for all those i just offended, its just my opinion.

11-15-2012, 02:26 PM	#28
135Gunnar New Member Drives: 135i M-Sport Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: San Clemente, CA Posts: 8 iTrader: (0)	I'm buying a 135 very soon and wanted your guy's opinion. first choice: 2011 blue/black M-Sport $33,888 17,500 miles second choice: 2009 black/red Premium Pack, navi, heated seats $30,888 16,500 miles Is the twin scroll turbo more economical and reliable? I know you can tune the twin turbo to more horsepower, but I'm not really looking to chip it- just CAI, exhaust, and cosmetic changes.

11-16-2012, 01:21 PM	#32
Judge First Lieutenant Drives: 135i Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: FL Posts: 379 iTrader: (0)	I still love my '08 135i but I do have the itch for something new. However, as others have said, if you already have the N54/55 is it worth the upgrade? Are 2013 models that much better than 2008s? Now if I had a 2008 GT-R I'd be feeling inadequate right now.

11-20-2012, 09:36 AM	#35
Bimmer13 New Member Drives: 2010 BMW 135i Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: United States Posts: 22 iTrader: (0)	HECK YES I'd buy another 135i. However I REALLY like my car and I don't see me trading anytime soon. Only thing is that I need to make it more "unique". Too many similar to mine around here. :-)

12-12-2012, 06:21 PM	#36
2totalled2months Private Drives: 2010 BMW 135i M Artic White Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Indian Trail, NC Posts: 54 iTrader: (0)	Its really hard to compare a 135 to any other car, there virtually isnt another in its class, sure some are simular, almost comparable but none that it really competes with. With that being said, either you want a 135 or you dont. Im on my third, each time Ive looked at other options, each time I ended up with a 135. The 1 series has so many different choices within itself too, 128, 135, 135 M sport, M135, 135is and the 1 series M, all but the 135i and 135 Msport have differnt tunings or as with the 128 engines. All 3 of my 135i have been different including my latest in which the dealer wasnt sure what to call it, its not a 135 Msport, or 135, def not an M but it came stock with 320 hp and more M badging then my M sport including an M badge on rear but not before the 135 like the M135,,,any ideas???

12-12-2012, 06:45 PM	#37
631twentyeighteye Captain Drives: 2010 128i MT Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Long island Posts: 873 iTrader: (6)	.. Somebody probably thought they were cool and put a M badge on back before they sold it/brought their lease to the dealer..?

12-26-2012, 04:22 PM	#40
begge New Member Drives: 2010 135i Msport Coupe Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Mullica Hill, NJ Posts: 9 iTrader: (0)	I wouldn't buy ANOTHER 135i only because I LOVE my 2010 and can't justify parting with it. If I had it to do over again, would I buy it again? Damn right I would!

01-26-2013, 06:52 PM	#41
bimmer98 Private First Class Drives: 2008 135i , 2010 WRX Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 135 iTrader: (2)	I bought my first one pretty much stock in 2008. since then I upgraded to a fully loaded used 2008 with low miles. Now I am upgrading to a 2013 with euro delivery. I'm going to lease this one, my first time doing so. Delivery is the first week of April! So yea, I would buy it again. And again.

01-26-2013, 07:38 PM	#42
Angerman Spoolin' and Droolin' Drives: 08 135i 6MT Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Maryland Posts: 911 iTrader: (0)	I'd buy another one just to make it a race car __________________ Old\| 2005 s2000: KPRO, Invidia q300 v4, PLM header, BERK 70mm HFC, Vortech v2 (3.6" Reichard Pulley), FMIC, ID 725cc (397whp/243tq @9psi, Tuned at Innovative Motorworks. New\| 2008 135i: COBB Stage 2+, ER CP, TiAL Q, BMS OCC, BMS DCI, Active Autowerke 2.0 Sport FMIC, VRSF 3" DPs, CP-E Axleback, Robs' PCV. Coming Soon: AMS FMIC, welded 3" cold piping; Protuning Freaks Protune

05-18-2013, 05:47 PM	#43
alexc93 Major Drives: AW N55 135i Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 1,388 iTrader: (6)	i bought a 2011 msport 135i with NO other packages, no nav, no power seats and I love it. Stripped and less to go wrong, had a lot of problems with my old 335i.. __________________ \|\| 2011 135i Alpine White/Coral Red \|\| M-Sport Package \|\| 6MT \|\| \|\| 15% Tint \|\| BMW Performance Grilles \|\| iCarbon Diffusor \|\| Alufelgen CS7 18" Silver \|\| Active Autowerke Exhaust \|\|

05-18-2013, 07:34 PM	#44
AJx Private First Class Drives: '09 135i Vert ///M-Sport 6 M-T Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Cali Posts: 110 iTrader: (0)	Trade a BMW 135i... for a Mini Cooper? Thanks for the laugh.

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