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07-30-2009, 11:11 AM | #1 |
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Motor Trend Buyer's Guide Awards 1 series 2.5 stars?
Last year both 3 and 1 series got a well deserved 4 stars.
This year some moo decided the 3 series was still worthy of all 4 stars (fine), yet our 1s get a 1.5 star demotion? They'll be hearing from me you can bet- look for my letter to them in the Oct issue, I won't hold back this is absurd. Last edited by Monterra; 07-30-2009 at 01:07 PM.. |
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07-30-2009, 11:49 AM | #6 |
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i was quite surprised to see the rating too...as most magazines and reviewers gush all over the 135i and 128i
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They really didn't put much into the 1er rating at all. I looked at what else got the same 2.5 and what was rated higher and I am seriously disappointed in MT.
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07-30-2009, 01:00 PM | #8 |
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I agree. I have been a MT subscriber for years and was dissappointed by the rating as well. I usually agree with them on things, but not so much with this article or their yearly buyers guides for that matter.
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07-30-2009, 01:34 PM | #9 |
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We know how awesome our cars are. Heck two people today thought mine was an M3. Just loved it. Imagine if they actually felt what it was like to experience the N54 (recognized as motor of the year multiple times by Wards, Autoweek, ...) mated to what has been called the best 6-speed manual ever made by BMW.
Nothing against the new Camaro (lead sled living up to it's name) or Mustang GT with track pack (horrific interior and interior visibility) or the Challenger (totally outdated, heavy, Dodge junk) or the 2 seater Nissan 370Z (nice ride again only 2 seats for those of us with kids and more than 1 friend) or the Hyundai Genesis Coupe (no comment) ... 911 Turbo my next car someday (5-10 years down the road). For now I'm in 135i heaven. |
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07-30-2009, 02:36 PM | #11 |
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Consider the source.
My guess is that BMW didn't pay them enough.
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No direct link to all the ratings, you have to go into each make and model and the site still hasn't been updated with this year's ratings yet- yeah MT is budge. AW is the only one that's actually improved over the past several years I think- granted it was pretty bad before the makeover.
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07-30-2009, 03:13 PM | #14 |
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Count me in. MT has been harsh on BMW lately. Historically, MT was accused of being BMW-biased, I guess they now try to escape from that image so they "trash" any BMW they come across to make GM in particular look better. just an opinion... But same rating as Focus or Corolla? Give me a break
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07-30-2009, 03:38 PM | #15 |
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Meh, Motor Trend, S'moter Trend... I wish I got paid for my "opinion". They are just gear head guys who print their opinion in a magazine. And they get to go to other countries to drive incredible cars on incredible roads before those cars are introduced into the public. They get to do cool road trips and sit around and drink beers, contemplating their opinions and get special access at car shows since they have media badges.... Man, I want their job. Bastards...;-)
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07-30-2009, 09:34 PM | #16 |
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My letter to the editor:
A star is falling (and then some) While perusing the 2010 buyer's guide I, like a big kid was excited to see how my new whip fared in this year's edition. The 1 series in its inaugural year garnered a solid 4, same as its larger sibling of which its heavily based so I had some expectations going in. So how then with less heft, nimbler moves, very similar running gear, a more driver focused cabin if a shade less luxurious but at a much easier to stomach price tag does the 1er get a 1.5 star smack down yet big brother keeps all 4 of his? I realize the styling and dimensions may not appeal to all but why not save the 6 or 7 large if you're looking at a RWD 3 coupe? The 1 series is the right car at the right time so what gives? Typo? I think I got a shot at next month's rag. |
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07-30-2009, 09:40 PM | #17 |
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this
all these raters take bribes, i dont trust any of their ratings we all know that the 135i is a blast
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07-30-2009, 10:03 PM | #19 |
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I saw this...moved on. Maybe 2 different people rated the 1er from last year to this year. I think its just that.
And yes we know our cars rock...screw motortrend. I've moved on the all Porsche R&T. |
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07-30-2009, 11:38 PM | #20 |
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I saw the 2.5 rating too while at the store and was a bit pissed off at it. Then I drove back home in my 135i and I forgot all about it. I don't care what others think about the 135i. For me, it's the perfect car.
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07-31-2009, 12:23 AM | #21 |
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has to be the reported problems.
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07-31-2009, 06:54 AM | #22 |
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Yeah I mean I'm not losing sleep or questioning my decision in the least I just think they're idiots and wanted to let them know it- in a more subtle fashion. R&T has been sucking lately too- how bout they review at least one car the middle class can afford. Still waiting on a 128 full review or comparo from any of them.
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