1-series Convertible wins best convertible in Motorweek Drivers' Choice Award 09

2K2 DNA · 06-14-2009, 01:55 PM

As featured on homepage.

Best Convertible - 1 Series

For open-air exhilaration, our choice for best convertible is the BMW 1-Series Convertible. While BMW's smallest series, its big personality includes all the prowess, safety, and innovation BMW is known for. We welcomed its no-nonsense, power soft-top with a glass backlight, that can be raised or lowered in 22 seconds—even while moving. Wind buffeting is virtually non-existent. Power comes from the same 6-cylinder engines found in the 3-Series, while the car's rigid platform offers a very nimble drive. It's the perfect car for sun worshippers and driving enthusiasts alike.

http://www.mpt.org/motorweek/dc2009/04.shtml

Congrats to all the vert owners!

Sorry if this is a repost -- realized the show that aired today could have been a repeat. However searched forum but found no threads on the subject.

macmook · 06-14-2009, 01:57 PM

Woohoo!!!

That would be me!

warmtoes · 06-14-2009, 05:12 PM

Hadn't seen this before. Thanks for the link. Yep, I love my convertible 1.

grish · 06-14-2009, 06:03 PM

I knew there had to be a reason why I picked the 128 over Miata

ptack · 06-14-2009, 06:22 PM

Nice, but they also picked the A5/S5 as sport coupe of the year. Coupe of the year, maybe, but sporty it aint.

JimD · 06-14-2009, 08:08 PM

Thanks for the link.

Jim

amdmaxx · 06-14-2009, 09:10 PM

another reason why BMW should bring 123d to US (jetta tdi won car of the year)

kingnonis · 06-15-2009, 10:12 PM

Nice! thx for the link! I must agree.

Zuzu · 06-15-2009, 10:24 PM

Have to agree 100%...

Topless 335i · 06-16-2009, 09:46 AM

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For open-air exhilaration, our choice for best convertible is the BMW 1-Series Convertible. While BMW's smallest series, its big personality includes all the prowess, safety, and innovation BMW is known for. We welcomed its no-nonsense, power soft-top with a glass backlight, that can be raised or lowered in 22 seconds—even while moving. Wind buffeting is virtually non-existent. Power comes from the same 6-cylinder engines found in the 3-Series, while the car's rigid platform offers a very nimble drive. It's the perfect car for sun worshippers and driving enthusiasts alike.

I wish my e93 could do that.

amybang · 06-16-2009, 01:22 PM

Here we all are, 1-series vert owners ahead of the curve.

amy!

bimmerfile · 06-16-2009, 02:21 PM

It's the smart choice for sure..

singular · 06-16-2009, 02:37 PM

Nice find!

Misterted · 06-16-2009, 06:44 PM

I love my baby

BrokenVert · 06-18-2009, 03:55 PM

Its so true...

JohnnyTT · 06-18-2009, 09:25 PM

Sweet!!

TagMan · 06-20-2009, 10:25 PM

Was there ever any doubt?

Thanks for posting it!

TM

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2K2 DNA Private 4 Rep 67 Posts Drives: '08 135i Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Houston iTrader: (0)	1-series Convertible wins best convertible in Motorweek Drivers' Choice Award 09 As featured on homepage. Best Convertible - 1 Series For open-air exhilaration, our choice for best convertible is the BMW 1-Series Convertible. While BMW's smallest series, its big personality includes all the prowess, safety, and innovation BMW is known for. We welcomed its no-nonsense, power soft-top with a glass backlight, that can be raised or lowered in 22 seconds—even while moving. Wind buffeting is virtually non-existent. Power comes from the same 6-cylinder engines found in the 3-Series, while the car's rigid platform offers a very nimble drive. It's the perfect car for sun worshippers and driving enthusiasts alike. http://www.mpt.org/motorweek/dc2009/04.shtml Congrats to all the vert owners! Sorry if this is a repost -- realized the show that aired today could have been a repeat. However searched forum but found no threads on the subject. __________________ 135i SGM \| Coral \| Glacier \| Sport \| Assist \| Nav \| CA \| iPod \| Manual Last edited by 2K2 DNA; 06-14-2009 at 02:12 PM..
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macmook Semi-Geezer 6 Rep 59 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Fishkill, NY iTrader: (0) Garage List 2009 135i [0.00]	Woohoo!!! That would be me! __________________ *'09 135i ragtop, 6MT, Crimson, Sport*
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warmtoes Lieutenant Colonel 31 Rep 1,917 Posts Drives: EBII 435i xDrive Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Vancouver iTrader: (1)	Hadn't seen this before. Thanks for the link. Yep, I love my convertible 1. __________________ *2014 EBII 435i xDrive M-sport* Gone: 2011 TiAg F25 X3 xDrive35i M-sport Gone: 2008 TiAg w/Coral Red E88 135i Cab M-sport
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ptack Brigadier General 269 Rep 4,470 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: May 2008 Location: NJ iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 135i [6.50]	Nice, but they also picked the A5/S5 as sport coupe of the year. Coupe of the year, maybe, but sporty it aint. __________________ 135i, SGM, Coral, Sport Package, Auto, Premium Hifi, USB/ipod, Apex EC-7s, PPK Stage II
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JimD Brigadier General 368 Rep 3,547 Posts Drives: 128i convertible Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Lexington, SC iTrader: (0)	Thanks for the link. Jim __________________ 128i Convertible, MT, Alpine White, Black Top, Taupe Leatherette, Walnut, Sport Ordered 5/22/09, Completed 6/4/09, At Port 6/9/09, On the Georgia Highway 6/13/09, Ship Arrived Charleston 6/24/09 at 10pm, PCD 7/21/09
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amdmaxx My gift Registry: M2 119 Rep 1,432 Posts Drives: Future Mowner of Monster Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	another reason why BMW should bring 123d to US (jetta tdi won car of the year)
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kingnonis 1er Lover 10 Rep 201 Posts Drives: my gf insane Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Far West TX iTrader: (1)	Nice! thx for the link! I must agree. __________________ '08 135i vert Jet Black/Coral RedPremium + ///Msport + JB3 + BMS DCI* (retired ) '11 135i dct Le Mans/Black* Premium + ///Msport + JB3 Stg.1 + BMW Perf. Exhaust + HPA Foam Filter
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amybang ... and Orca too! 29 Rep 845 Posts Drives: 128i Convertible (AW/CR) Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Belmont, MA iTrader: (0)	Here we all are, 1-series vert owners ahead of the curve. amy!
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singular Captain 21 Rep 935 Posts Drives: BSM 135i ppk cab Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: SF Bay Area iTrader: (0)	Nice find!
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JohnnyTT Captain 29 Rep 750 Posts Drives: 2011 X3 3.5 Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: East Coast iTrader: (0)	Sweet!!
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TagMan Car Addict!! 60 Rep 1,303 Posts Drives: '08 135i Convertible Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Malibu, California iTrader: (0)	Was there ever any doubt? Thanks for posting it! TM __________________ 2008 /// Commemorative /// 6-Speed /// Titanium Silver /// Fully-Loaded /// 135i Convertible
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