1er coupe U.S. price point???

Deutsch · 07-02-2007, 07:25 PM

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Originally Posted by mikeo

Avoid it like the plague.

Agreed.

imported_MPower · 07-02-2007, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by mikeo

Avoid it like the plague.

I actually dont mind it but not in this application. Simple, back to basics motoring is what Im looking for.

mikeo · 07-02-2007, 10:37 PM

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Originally Posted by MPower

... Simple, back to basics motoring is what Im looking for.

Amen, brother.

eMINI · 07-02-2007, 10:52 PM

Obviously BMW has struck a chord with us

Dasher23 · 07-03-2007, 03:49 PM

Much as I want to add the 1 coupe to my extremely slick '07 A3 Audi 2.0T 6M, I'd hate to pay more than about 25k (US) for it. I'd like the smaller of the engines (gas/not diesel). 250hp works well enuff for me.

Are there any sites that have color samples? That copper color looks rich! Wonder what else will be available?

Thoughts on holding the base model price to about 25k?

mikeo · 07-03-2007, 04:01 PM

Current rumor is the 128i will start at $27K.

Propagator · 07-03-2007, 04:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Dasher23

Much as I want to add the 1 coupe to my extremely slick '07 A3 Audi 2.0T 6M, I'd hate to pay more than about 25k (US) for it. I'd like the smaller of the engines (gas/not diesel). 250hp works well enuff for me.

Are there any sites that have color samples? That copper color looks rich! Wonder what else will be available?

Thoughts on holding the base model price to about 25k?

We are not getting the 250HP motor, in case you missed all the ranting by myself and others. And I think MSRP $25K is too optimistic. Try $27K.

SCA · 07-03-2007, 04:33 PM

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Originally Posted by mikeo

Avoid it like the plague.

+1

Wiggum · 07-03-2007, 04:37 PM

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Originally Posted by mikeo

Current rumor is the 128i will start at $27K.

Which is a good number, only issue I can see with that car is not enough power for under $30K, the car mags that drive the 128i will probably rip it to pieces...

SCA · 07-03-2007, 04:39 PM

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Originally Posted by MPower

Simple, back to basics motoring is what Im looking for.

Seriously.... A back to basics BMW is what I am looking/longing for. The latest technology put into an update E30 with the weight kept in check. No piggies!

mikeo · 07-03-2007, 04:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Dasher23

... Are there any sites that have color samples? That copper color looks rich! Wonder what else will be available?...

I'm praying for Le Mans Blue! Fat chance getting that on a non-M car.

imported_MPower · 07-03-2007, 05:07 PM

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Originally Posted by mikeo

I'm praying for Le Mans Blue! Fat chance getting that on a non-M car.

Le Mans blue will be available only on the 135i in the US.

mikeo · 07-03-2007, 05:26 PM

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Originally Posted by MPower

Le Mans blue will be available only on the 135i in the US.

Oh that it proves to be true!

imported_MPower · 07-03-2007, 05:37 PM

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Originally Posted by mikeo

Oh that it proves to be true!

From another thread (from a German Press Release):

Exterior Colors:
Black
Crimson Red (from 12/07)
Alpine White (from 12/07)

Sedona Red (New! 1er coupe exclusive)
Sapphire Black metallic
Titanium Silver metallic
Montego Blue metallic
Sparkling Graphite metallic
Tahiti Green metallic (New! from 12/07)
Crystal Blue metallic (New! from 12/07)
Monaco Blue metallic (from 12/07)
Kashmir Silver metallic (New! 1er coupe exclusive from 12/07)
Le Mans Blue metallic (only available with 337 M-Sport package)

mikeo · 07-03-2007, 05:43 PM

Oh, happy days are here! Thanks MPower! I'm visualizing checking the Le Mans Blue color box on the order form right now.

BForbes · 07-03-2007, 08:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Wiggum

Which is a good number, only issue I can see with that car is not enough power for under $30K, the car mags that drive the 128i will probably rip it to pieces...

Why would car magazines rip apart a 128i??
Most magazines gets 6.1 to 60 out of a 328i? A 128i with that same engine is going to be MIGHT QUICK. I dont get it. BMW cant afford to mess up with this car, ESPECIALLY with the model that will sell the most. The 128i!!!!
The only reason I'm not interested in it is because I'm a speed junkie and will not have a car thats slower than my current.

SCA · 07-03-2007, 11:06 PM

You guys are not going to like this, but I am hearing from a VERY reliable source that the 128i will start at $31k and the 135i will start around $37k (USD). This is a respected source who is employed by BMW NA and his seen the car many times and will drive it within the next few months.

Deutsch · 07-03-2007, 11:08 PM

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Originally Posted by TheUltimateDriver

You guys are not going to like this, but I am hearing from a VERY reliable source that the 128i will start at $31k and the 135i will start around $37k (USD). This is a respected source who is employed by BMW NA and his seen the car many times and will drive it shortly.

LoL. If this is true then they are pricing the car to keep buyers out of the brand. Either that or cars have gotten hell of expensive. I'm not giong to get excited until I see something official though.

eMINI · 07-03-2007, 11:21 PM

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Originally Posted by TheUltimateDriver

You guys are not going to like this, but I am hearing from a VERY reliable source that the 128i will start at $31k and the 135i will start around $37k (USD). This is a respected source who is employed by BMW NA and his seen the car many times and will drive it within the next few months.

I'll go $31K on a 130 coupe with M-pack.

Otherwise, they're about to overplay their hand. Hopefully they won't get greedy and blow it.

Deutsch · 07-03-2007, 11:39 PM

T.U.D. - How do you know how reliable your source is?

alex2364 · 07-03-2007, 11:42 PM

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Originally Posted by TheUltimateDriver

You guys are not going to like this, but I am hearing from a VERY reliable source that the 128i will start at $31k and the 135i will start around $37k (USD). This is a respected source who is employed by BMW NA and his seen the car many times and will drive it within the next few months.

That's only $1-3k less than a 3 series depending if you compare it to sedan or coupe.

There is no way BMW is that stupid.

SCA · 07-03-2007, 11:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Deutsch

T.U.D. - How do you know how reliable your source is?

A BMW NA employee that is currently conducting BMW Center training throughout the United States. I can not disclose my dealing with this said person as I risk the loss of my employment. :wink:

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