Collecting my 1M tomorrow (Saturday)

Joer · 10-23-2011, 02:51 PM

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Originally Posted by ChrisBuer

I'm home...finally haha!

Wow what a day! First things first, this car is FAST! I've had some fast equipment in my time but this really takes the biscuit. What makes it fast is just the immense torque of the thing. Any gear, any speed it just flies!

Anyway, onto the collection. I arrived at the dealership to be greeted at the door by a very excited sales lady

I think she was almost as excited as me.....actually that's not possible

After the particulars were signed, I was taken over to my car which was all wrapped up

I'll let the pictures say the rest.....

So, was it worth the wait? Absol-bloody-lutly!!! It's the best car I've ever owned and I'm totally blown away by it. The way it accelerates in any gear, the way it stops, the sound it makes.....just incredible!

I'll post some more pictures of the interior tomorrow, but for now.....I think I may just go for another drive

Congrats Chris!! Thanks for posting pics.

Brings back memories of when I picked mine up from that same Coopers, just over 5 months ago now!

The took good care f me as well, but I didn't get a sign with my name on it!

Joer · 10-23-2011, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Jezzer

Chris took me out in his car today, all I can say is wow does this car move, cant wait for mine now. Afew shots that we took today

Mats look amazing in the car Jez! Can't wait for mine!

Shost · 10-23-2011, 07:36 PM

Chris, boring question, but does your car have the Sat Nav with real time traffic info?

Regarding the matts. My current drivers mat is a completely different shape to the "Jezzer Mats". In fact my mat doesn't even look like its for a 1 series at all!

Denso · 10-23-2011, 11:57 PM

Jezzer, how long is the delivery time going to be for the mats from time of order ?

ChrisBuer · 10-24-2011, 01:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Shost

Chris, boring question, but does your car have the Sat Nav with real time traffic info?

Regarding the matts. My current drivers mat is a completely different shape to the "Jezzer Mats". In fact my mat doesn't even look like its for a 1 series at all!

Yes I do have real time traffic info but I think you need to turn it on in the preferences. I'll have a look where it is and report back, but it definitely has it.

Regarding the mats, the ones that came with my car are idenitical in shape to Jezzer's mats. Sounds as if they fitted the wrong mats to your car maybe?

Jezzer · 10-24-2011, 01:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Shost

Chris, boring question, but does your car have the Sat Nav with real time traffic info?

Regarding the matts. My current drivers mat is a completely different shape to the "Jezzer Mats". In fact my mat doesn't even look like its for a 1 series at all!

I've heard that they have in some cases been putting in the 1series hatch mats by mistake, these have a totally different floorpan

as7920 · 10-24-2011, 08:23 AM

Looks fantastic Chris!

Such a great way to take delivery of your new baby!

Enjoy the miles ahead. Have a great time this week.

Mark.

Shost · 10-24-2011, 10:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Jezzer

I've heard that they have in some cases been putting in the 1series hatch mats by mistake, these have a totally different floorpan

Must be that, will get it looked for spare mats at least.

Chris, hope your following the running in guidelines!

ChrisBuer · 10-25-2011, 02:54 AM

I'll write a better report at the end of the week, but when I picked the car up, it had 10 miles on the clock. I've now just crept over the 400 mile mark (not bad I guess for three days driving).

Anyway, a few further observations:

- The build quality of the car is superb. It really is! I've never owned a BMW before but I'm really impressed with the fit and finish.
- The car is extremely comfortable and on some of the longer runs I've driven it on, it's been an absolute pleasure.
- In M-mode, the car is bonkers. The time it takes to hit very illegal speeds happens in the blink of an eye. I even questioned last night if the car was actually too fast.
- The handling is very good!
- The steering is very direct, with positive and accurate turn in and feel.
- The suspension is quite firm, but no worse than my old Exige.
- It sounds incredible and blipping the throttle, the exhaust pops and crackles.
- I like the lightweight flywheel on the car as it feels as if the whole engine is lively and "blippy" (if that's a word

)
- I'm still not taking the car over 4500rpm and also using no more than 1/2 throttle, but damn does it move. I would imagine also that because I'm not using full throttle, the overboost feature is not kicking in
- The gearbox is the best I've ever experienced in a car. It's direct with a short clicky throw....absolutely fantastic!

Fuel consumption at the moment is between 22.5-24.5mpg which isn't too bad I guess. I'm sure once the engine loosens up a bit, it'll improve slightly, but it's no worse than the Exige.

Anyway, I'm really enjoying the car and will post further updates if you're all interested in hearing about it?

M3Power79 · 10-25-2011, 03:32 AM

Nice you're enjoying it that much! Small remark : during break in you are aloud to do 5.500 rpm

david.orr · 10-25-2011, 03:35 AM

That footwell looks too good to put any foot in it!! Love the pedals and mats

M3Power79 · 10-25-2011, 03:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Donald

That footwell looks too good to put any foot in it!! Love the pedals and mats

+1 ! Unfortunatelly we don't have those carpets over here. Are the pedals not slippery? Otherwise i would like too install them also .

Schnorbitz · 10-25-2011, 04:18 AM

Glad you're enjoying it Chris, but don't nanny it, use all 5500rpm and anything up to but not including full throttle, it'll bed in the rings better and make for a faster car with less oil consumption in the future.

kjmez · 10-25-2011, 04:39 AM

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Originally Posted by ChrisBuer

I'll write a better report at the end of the week, but when I picked the car up, it had 10 miles on the clock. I've now just crept over the 400 mile mark (not bad I guess for three days driving).

Anyway, a few further observations:

- The build quality of the car is superb. It really is! I've never owned a BMW before but I'm really impressed with the fit and finish.
- The car is extremely comfortable and on some of the longer runs I've driven it on, it's been an absolute pleasure.
- In M-mode, the car is bonkers. The time it takes to hit very illegal speeds happens in the blink of an eye. I even questioned last night if the car was actually too fast.
- The handling is very good!
- The steering is very direct, with positive and accurate turn in and feel.
- The suspension is quite firm, but no worse than my old Exige.
- It sounds incredible and blipping the throttle, the exhaust pops and crackles.
- I like the lightweight flywheel on the car as it feels as if the whole engine is lively and "blippy" (if that's a word

)
- I'm still not taking the car over 4500rpm and also using no more than 1/2 throttle, but damn does it move. I would imagine also that because I'm not using full throttle, the overboost feature is not kicking in
- The gearbox is the best I've ever experienced in a car. It's direct with a short clicky throw....absolutely fantastic!

Fuel consumption at the moment is between 22.5-24.5mpg which isn't too bad I guess. I'm sure once the engine loosens up a bit, it'll improve slightly, but it's no worse than the Exige.

Anyway, I'm really enjoying the car and will post further updates if you're all interested in hearing about it?

Like I wasn't excited enough already... You've made the next 10 weeks unbearable. Screw Christmas - bring on Jan 5. Birth of a new UK AW. Ps. Will need some of that Swiss stuff for washing the new born.

Zuzu · 10-25-2011, 05:53 AM

Congrats mate..great pix and right up..
5 days to pick up mine..

Shost · 10-25-2011, 07:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Schnorbitz

Glad you're enjoying it Chris, but don't nanny it, use all 5500rpm and anything up to but not including full throttle, it'll bed in the rings better and make for a faster car with less oil consumption in the future.

1 that. I owned an ex-demo Civic Type R which was blatantly thrashed from the off. It never used a drop of oil and the engine was plenty strong. The 1M really sings above 4000rpm!

ChrisBuer · 10-25-2011, 09:44 AM

I've got to pop out later on to get some petrol so I'll try 5500rpm :-)

I've got almost 500 miles on the car now using up to 4500rpm (I've gone to 5000rpm a couple of times). None of it has been full throttle though, probably half at most.

Oh and the question regarding the pedals being slippery? No they're not slippery at all. In fact they're very grippy due to the rubber strips on them....oh and they do like nice

kjmez · 10-25-2011, 12:33 PM

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Originally Posted by ChrisBuer

I've got to pop out later on to get some petrol so I'll try 5500rpm :-)

I've got almost 500 miles on the car now using up to 4500rpm (I've gone to 5000rpm a couple of times). None of it has been full throttle though, probably half at most.

Oh and the question regarding the pedals being slippery? No they're not slippery at all. In fact they're very grippy due to the rubber strips on them....oh and they do like nice

Where are you Chris? Can't tell your location with the iPhone app. Seem to remember you are in Kent? If so, get that baby half way 'round the M25 and one junction up the M40. I need to see it!!!! I'll meet you at the model village. Everyone knows where that is! ;-)

Same colour - maybe you'll even convince me to dish out the 2K for Nav.

Pleeeeeeaaase.

ChrisBuer · 10-26-2011, 02:26 AM

I'm in Essex but happy to meet up with any owners / enthusiasts

Drop me a pm and we'll see if we can sort something

Rippers · 11-14-2011, 05:54 AM

Those mats look sweet need to get me some

10-23-2011, 07:36 PM	#47
Shost First Lieutenant 25 Rep 302 Posts Drives: 1M Coupe BSM Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Essex iTrader: (0)	Chris, boring question, but does your car have the Sat Nav with real time traffic info? Regarding the matts. My current drivers mat is a completely different shape to the "Jezzer Mats". In fact my mat doesn't even look like its for a 1 series at all!
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10-23-2011, 11:57 PM	#48
Denso Lieutenant Colonel 715 Rep 1,529 Posts Drives: e46M3 Ruby, Porsche Cayman GT4 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Sailing the petrol lake iTrader: (0) Garage List 2015 BMW M4 [0.00]	Jezzer, how long is the delivery time going to be for the mats from time of order ?
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10-24-2011, 08:23 AM	#51
as7920 Colonel 597 Rep 2,375 Posts Drives: 2023 SG/FR M4 xDrive Competiti Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Looks fantastic Chris! Such a great way to take delivery of your new baby! Enjoy the miles ahead. Have a great time this week. Mark.
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10-25-2011, 02:54 AM	#53
ChrisBuer Captain 68 Rep 632 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	I'll write a better report at the end of the week, but when I picked the car up, it had 10 miles on the clock. I've now just crept over the 400 mile mark (not bad I guess for three days driving). Anyway, a few further observations: - The build quality of the car is superb. It really is! I've never owned a BMW before but I'm really impressed with the fit and finish. - The car is extremely comfortable and on some of the longer runs I've driven it on, it's been an absolute pleasure. - In M-mode, the car is bonkers. The time it takes to hit very illegal speeds happens in the blink of an eye. I even questioned last night if the car was actually too fast. - The handling is very good! - The steering is very direct, with positive and accurate turn in and feel. - The suspension is quite firm, but no worse than my old Exige. - It sounds incredible and blipping the throttle, the exhaust pops and crackles. - I like the lightweight flywheel on the car as it feels as if the whole engine is lively and "blippy" (if that's a word ) - I'm still not taking the car over 4500rpm and also using no more than 1/2 throttle, but damn does it move. I would imagine also that because I'm not using full throttle, the overboost feature is not kicking in - The gearbox is the best I've ever experienced in a car. It's direct with a short clicky throw....absolutely fantastic! Fuel consumption at the moment is between 22.5-24.5mpg which isn't too bad I guess. I'm sure once the engine loosens up a bit, it'll improve slightly, but it's no worse than the Exige. Anyway, I'm really enjoying the car and will post further updates if you're all interested in hearing about it?
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10-25-2011, 03:32 AM	#54
M3Power79 Lieutenant 31 Rep 515 Posts Drives: 1M sold - M4 MW DKG ordered Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Belgium iTrader: (0)	Nice you're enjoying it that much! Small remark : during break in you are aloud to do 5.500 rpm __________________ "... on the smiles-per-mile charts, the 1-series M coupe can't be beat. It is a challenging piece, a triple-X-rated driver's machine for semi-professionals. Its handling balance provides an open invitation to indulge in latent oversteer, and provides an opportunity to separate the men from the boys. It is an absolute hoot on the track and an addictive plaything on your favorite twisty back road. "
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david.orr Lieutenant Colonel 123 Rep 1,852 Posts Drives: Cars Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Australia iTrader: (0)	That footwell looks too good to put any foot in it!! Love the pedals and mats
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10-25-2011, 04:18 AM	#57
Schnorbitz Second Lieutenant 9 Rep 234 Posts Drives: 318d Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Scotland iTrader: (0)	Glad you're enjoying it Chris, but don't nanny it, use all 5500rpm and anything up to but not including full throttle, it'll bed in the rings better and make for a faster car with less oil consumption in the future.
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10-25-2011, 05:53 AM	#59
Zuzu Major General 2816 Rep 7,637 Posts Drives: M2C HS 6MT Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Sydney Australia iTrader: (0)	Congrats mate..great pix and right up.. 5 days to pick up mine..
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10-25-2011, 09:44 AM	#61
ChrisBuer Captain 68 Rep 632 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	I've got to pop out later on to get some petrol so I'll try 5500rpm :-) I've got almost 500 miles on the car now using up to 4500rpm (I've gone to 5000rpm a couple of times). None of it has been full throttle though, probably half at most. Oh and the question regarding the pedals being slippery? No they're not slippery at all. In fact they're very grippy due to the rubber strips on them....oh and they do like nice
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10-26-2011, 02:26 AM	#63
ChrisBuer Captain 68 Rep 632 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	I'm in Essex but happy to meet up with any owners / enthusiasts Drop me a pm and we'll see if we can sort something
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Rippers New Member 0 Rep 6 Posts Drives: 1M Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Herts, UK iTrader: (0)	Those mats look sweet need to get me some
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