Former VW R32 owner, new 135i owner!

135iUSN · 07-30-2011, 12:27 PM

congrats, I love having both (:

spotshooter · 07-30-2011, 12:44 PM

Former R32 owner here too. I liked the AWD and the sound of the motor but that's it. The 135i driving experience is far more involving and rewarding.

I was holding out for the Golf R, but since it won't hit the USA till next year I gave up and went for the 135i. Can't say I have much desire to go back to VW.

nordique14 · 07-30-2011, 01:15 PM

I will be trading my other car for a Golf R when it comes out in the new year. I passed on the R32 as it had a DSG. The Golf R will be stick only. Should be a great car.

AZ135 · 07-30-2011, 02:04 PM

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No to Riss Racing! Don't do it!

They are one of the lowest quality manufacturers to ever make parts for the 135.

I have their intake (I bought it used and got a good deal since it's RR) and it does exactly what it's supposed to. It makes nice sounds and looks good. I probably wouldn't mess with their exhaust pieces since I've heard of so many fitment issues, but the intake is a pretty decent piece. No fitment issues for me.

Enjoy the new car!

1ToBeOn2Wheels · 07-31-2011, 12:10 AM

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Originally Posted by nordique14

I will be trading my other car for a Golf R when it comes out in the new year. I passed on the R32 as it had a DSG. The Golf R will be stick only. Should be a great car.

Does that mean we'll get to see it at the CCA GGC autocrosses?

tanik310 · 07-31-2011, 08:24 PM

I also had a 2008 R32 before my 135i
The things I miss are the AWD, exhaust note (had Borla catback), and the black headliner/aluminum trim
The 135i is awesome though!

Pic of my previous car:

fusion01 · 08-18-2011, 02:09 PM

Came from a MK5 GTI, also rattled till the day it was sold. Decent car but can't compare it to a 135i, especially since mine has the BMW Performance exhaust which is actually quite shocking! A definite must-have

abirmaher · 08-18-2011, 02:13 PM

I came from a 2009 GTI and loved it but it was giving me issues so decided to get rid of it and although i loved it I havnt looked back since.

Detailer · 08-18-2011, 05:43 PM

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Originally Posted by tanik310

I also had a 2008 R32 before my 135i
The things I miss are the AWD, exhaust note (had Borla catback), and the black headliner/aluminum trim
The 135i is awesome though!

Agree with you, I miss the exhaust note. I had a Magnaflow Sport. I will miss the AWD this winter, but for now, I must say I prefer the RWD the AWD for summer conditions.

tanik310 · 08-22-2011, 04:28 AM

I loved flooring it through most any corners. My R had KW V3's, whiteline bushings/ALK, upgraded mounts, upgraded swaybar, upgraded Haldex, and dunlop direzza star spec tires among other fun mods...

Once I get a track day or 2 with my 1 I will probably be able to take certain corners as fast if not faster, might need to ditch the runflats for that also

I took my R32 to the CA Speedway infield twice and once to the world-famous Laguna Seca, so much fun!

Detailer · 08-22-2011, 04:40 AM

Mine had H&R coilovers, Zimmerman/Hawk brakes, Neuspeed RSB, Pirelli P Zero tires on stock wheels. Handled very well. But my stock 1er with Michelin PSS turns quicker without knowing the limit of the car yet.

R32 was a great balanced car, but the 1er is really more fun.

Yes, ditch the RFT! I did it last week and the car has so much more grip.

BimmerE82 · 08-22-2011, 07:02 AM

Very nice! Congrats......

tanik310 · 08-24-2011, 08:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Detailer

Mine had H&R coilovers, Zimmerman/Hawk brakes, Neuspeed RSB, Pirelli P Zero tires on stock wheels. Handled very well. But my stock 1er with Michelin PSS turns quicker without knowing the limit of the car yet.

R32 was a great balanced car, but the 1er is really more fun.

Yes, ditch the RFT! I did it last week and the car has so much more grip.

I am going to get rid of these RE050's probably in a few months. I am not able to find the PSS in our size through tirerack. What size did you put on your 1?

Detailer · 08-25-2011, 04:29 AM

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Originally Posted by tanik310

I am going to get rid of these RE050's probably in a few months. I am not able to find the PSS in our size through tirerack. What size did you put on your 1?

I went with 225/40 and 255/35. Doesn't look that much beefier and the added grip is phenomenal.

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spotshooter Private First Class 33 Rep 178 Posts Drives: 2015 Cayman S Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Pacific Northwest iTrader: (1)	Former R32 owner here too. I liked the AWD and the sound of the motor but that's it. The 135i driving experience is far more involving and rewarding. I was holding out for the Golf R, but since it won't hit the USA till next year I gave up and went for the 135i. Can't say I have much desire to go back to VW.
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07-30-2011, 01:15 PM	#25
nordique14 Major 53 Rep 1,477 Posts Drives: SGM 135i 'vert Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Sharks Territory iTrader: (5)	I will be trading my other car for a Golf R when it comes out in the new year. I passed on the R32 as it had a DSG. The Golf R will be stick only. Should be a great car.
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07-31-2011, 08:24 PM	#28
tanik310 Private 13 Rep 77 Posts Drives: 2008 135i Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Beverly Hills, CA iTrader: (0)	I also had a 2008 R32 before my 135i The things I miss are the AWD, exhaust note (had Borla catback), and the black headliner/aluminum trim The 135i is awesome though! Pic of my previous car:
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08-18-2011, 02:09 PM	#29
fusion01 Private First Class 4 Rep 199 Posts Drives: Ford Focus ST: 2.5l /5 cyl Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Cape Town South Africa iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW 135i / N54 [0.00]	Came from a MK5 GTI, also rattled till the day it was sold. Decent car but can't compare it to a 135i, especially since mine has the BMW Performance exhaust which is actually quite shocking! A definite must-have __________________ 135i M-Sport: 240kw & 480nm ATW / 6MT / AW / SR / HK Logic 7 / iDrive / Lumbar Support & Seat Heating / BMW Perf Exhaust, Side Skirts, Grilles, Rotors & Gear Knob / CF Mirrors & Boot Spoiler / gunmetal CSL Reps
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08-22-2011, 04:28 AM	#32
tanik310 Private 13 Rep 77 Posts Drives: 2008 135i Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Beverly Hills, CA iTrader: (0)	I loved flooring it through most any corners. My R had KW V3's, whiteline bushings/ALK, upgraded mounts, upgraded swaybar, upgraded Haldex, and dunlop direzza star spec tires among other fun mods... Once I get a track day or 2 with my 1 I will probably be able to take certain corners as fast if not faster, might need to ditch the runflats for that also I took my R32 to the CA Speedway infield twice and once to the world-famous Laguna Seca, so much fun!
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Detailer Private First Class 42 Rep 154 Posts Drives: BMW F80 M3 Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Montreal iTrader: (2)	Mine had H&R coilovers, Zimmerman/Hawk brakes, Neuspeed RSB, Pirelli P Zero tires on stock wheels. Handled very well. But my stock 1er with Michelin PSS turns quicker without knowing the limit of the car yet. R32 was a great balanced car, but the 1er is really more fun. Yes, ditch the RFT! I did it last week and the car has so much more grip.
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08-22-2011, 07:02 AM	#34
BimmerE82 Captain 105 Rep 837 Posts Drives: 2009 BMW 135i Sport package Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Tucson, Arizona iTrader: (0) Garage List 2009 BMW 135i [7.00]	Very nice! Congrats...... __________________
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