BMW Individual

[drinkcoke3]

hey guys

I recently totaled my 135i and I am looking into getting into a new one.

With that said, I don't really want to get the same color (not that I didn't like it but I want to get something new), what is the process for BMW Individual? What are my limitations and what am I allowed to "customize" from the factory?

Here is what I am looking for:

2012/2013 BMW 135i
Estoril OR Monte Carlo Blue
either Black, OR Gray, OR a Black/Blue combo interior (would need to see photos first)
Paino Black OR CF Trim
6 speed
M Sport Package
Premium Package
NAV
Alarm
HiFi Stereo
Auto high-beams
Heated Front Seats
Satelite Radio
BMW Apps
Comfort Access
BMW Assist
BMW Performance Illuminated Door Sills
BMW Performance Front Bumper
BMW Performance Side Skirts
BMW Performance Suspension

I think that about wraps up the car (as if there weren't enough options)

Am I able to get Ventilated seats as well? That would be GREAT!! lol

Thanks to all in advance

Benji

[drinkcoke3]

no one?

going to the dealer this saturday to figure everything out.

[TJS]

Originally Posted by drinkcoke3

no one?

going to the dealer this saturday to figure everything out.

Pretty sure BMW NA doesn't allow individual for the 1 series. But doesn't hurt to keep asking.

[terrapen73]

No 1 series cars are able to get Individual customization of any kind due to the plant at Leipzig not being equipped for it according to BMWNA when I ordered my 135i a couple of months ago. I too was willing to pay extra to get Estoril Blue, but wound up going with Le Mans blue instead. I fell in love with Le Mans blue on the E39 M5s and am pretty happy to be driving a car in that color. Deep Sea blue is nice also.

Ventilated seats are not available.

You can not get Piano black interior with the M sport package. You can order a separate set of interior trim in Piano black and switch to that though after buying your car. In that case I would just get the BMW Performance Carbon Fiber interior.

You can go to BMWUSA and build your own 135i with the black and/or the grey interior to see how you like that. Black/blue interior is not available unless you go aftermarket. There is a Sport Edition that was released earlier this year with a black interior with blue stitching on the seats and blue piping on the floor mats that looked really sweet. That is not available in the US now and may never be.

Your choice of the hifi stereo means the Harmon Kardon upgrade right? That is what I would recommend unless you plan to go aftermarket.

Think that is all of your questions.

PS: Sorry you totaled your old car. It looked nice. Hope you are alright.

[drinkcoke3]

thanks for the info guys.

for some reason the sales guy at my local dealership thinks i should have no problem getting a 135i with bmw individual.

i will find out later today.

i know all of the options/features/colors i would get if i can't get the bmw individual, but i am hopeful that i can order the individual stuff.

i will update you guys tonight.

thanks

[Dackelone]

Originally Posted by terrapen73

No 1 series cars are able to get Individual customization of any kind due to the plant at Leipzig not being equipped for it according to BMWNA...

+1. That is my understanding too. I was told BMW AG is trying hard to offer Individual colors on the next platform F22 - but we will have to wait and see.

Btw... individual paint option is not cheap... it costs around $5K USd! You could always order a new 3er in Individual color options. ?

[jsmonet]

You couldnt even get individual service for the 1m.

You can get most of what you want just loading it up. For the rest, you'll need to mod it. Don't fear the wrench, but know you will need to replace some of the seat leather with something perforated if you want to add in ventilation. The ugly side of that will be installing a switch that isn't ugly and matches the interior.

[drinkcoke3]

thanks for the input and advice everyone

i went to BMW yesterday and what all of you said was confirmed - no BMW Individual for the 1ers.

anyway, i am now stuck deciding between le mans blue on terracotta or le mans blue on oyster.

decisions decisions

[MPowerF1]

Oyster all the way!!

[EINSER M]

so what have you decided?!?!?!

[drinkcoke3]

still unsure.

suggestions?

[Dackelone]

Originally Posted by drinkcoke3

still unsure.

suggestions?

Le Mans blue on oyster - is a classic combo! Its got my vote.

[drinkcoke3]

i was never really a huge fan of light colored interiors, but everyone is telling me oyster over terracotta.

my last one had black, so i need to switch it up (considering i am getting the same exterior color)

[terrapen73]

Been out of town so have not been keeping up with this thread, but my suggestion would be Terracotta since it is a lot rarer and to me it looks better. The Oyster looks great but it is higher maintenance I think. It would be very easy to get in the car after doing yard work and leave dirty scuffs or grass stains that would require a lot of time to keep clean. That has not been an issue yet in Terracotta. Check my previous posts for my PCD thread. It has some interior pictures if you want to see it.

[jsmonet]

oyster. the brown doesn't go with blue.

[Uptempo80]

I'd say Oyster!

Side Note: WHY did BMW decide to do this black carpet, black door panels with color inserted, black plastic trims on the seat! Are you kidding me? Why do they do this? Screams cutting corners to me. It's only cool if you have a a dark colored car like Jet Black, Sapphire Black, etc. (coral red/black is nice) But the choices are limited if you want your exterior color to match the interior all the way.

My Blue Water Metallic 2011 128i vert has all-grey interior, carpets, console, door panels, seat plastic trims and even the rollover protection pop-ups are matching grey.


Now in 2012 there is no grey intrior option, and they have this 2 tone interior thing going on. My mom just too delivery of a Titanium Silver 128i vert with anthricite wood trim, coral red, and a moonlight black metallic top.

[drinkcoke3]

i am going to the dealership tomorrow.

i am most likely going with le mans blue on oyster - i dont think getting dirty will be THAT easy, considering this car will not be a daily driver and will only get driven on nice sunny days. i also dont plan on doing any yard work before getting into the car.

thanks to all for the advice and ill let you know when i expect the car to come

[MPowerF1]

Originally Posted by drinkcoke3

i am going to the dealership tomorrow.

i am most likely going with le mans blue on oyster - i dont think getting dirty will be THAT easy, considering this car will not be a daily driver and will only get driven on nice sunny days. i also dont plan on doing any yard work before getting into the car.

thanks to all for the advice and ill let you know when i expect the car to come

As recommended by others, I just keep a box of leather cleaner wipes in the truck. Just have to give the seats a quick clean maybe every other weekend. Super easy to clean and looks awesome. You won't be disappointed.

[dicker]

Get the terra! I have it, looks great!

[drinkcoke3]

finally pulled the trigger today.... my friends made this a REALLY tough choice showing me multiple used 08-09 M3s, and some 911 turbos in my price range, but i just felt more inclined to get the 135i again. (not to mention the stock pile of parts i have lined up for install immediately)

anyway, heres my build:

2013 135i
Le Mans blue
Oyster/Black Interior with Glacier Silver trim
M Sport package
Premium package II
Technology package
Manual trans
Alarm
Auto high-beams
Harmon Kardon Sound
Heated Front Seats
Comfort Access
and probably one or two things i forgot

PLUS all these goodies:
BMW Performance Electronic Steering Wheel V2, front bumper, side skirts, suspension, rear spoiler, front rotors
Dinan Stage2 software

then at home i have:
VMR VB3 in Hyper Black brand new
Michelin Pilot Super Sport 225/40 255/35 brand new
Blackline LCI Tail lights

and i plan to order the new bms n55 intake and will decide when i get the car how i feel about the angel eyes.

i will keep you guys posted

[Golden3ye]

Originally Posted by drinkcoke3

finally pulled the trigger today.... my friends made this a REALLY tough choice showing me multiple used 08-09 M3s, and some 911 turbos in my price range, but i just felt more inclined to get the 135i again. (not to mention the stock pile of parts i have lined up for install immediately)

anyway, heres my build:

2013 135i
Le Mans blue
Oyster/Black Interior with Glacier Silver trim
M Sport package
Premium package II
Technology package
Manual trans
Alarm
Auto high-beams
Harmon Kardon Sound
Heated Front Seats
Comfort Access
and probably one or two things i forgot

PLUS all these goodies:
BMW Performance Electronic Steering Wheel V2, front bumper, side skirts, suspension, rear spoiler, front rotors
Dinan Stage2 software

then at home i have:
VMR VB3 in Hyper Black brand new
Michelin Pilot Super Sport 225/40 255/35 brand new
Blackline LCI Tail lights

and i plan to order the new bms n55 intake and will decide when i get the car how i feel about the angel eyes.

i will keep you guys posted

Man your car is going to be set up great day 1. Sub'd for pics

[P1]

My wife's 135i has Lemon interior. Looks gorgeous. Probably really pretty with Le Mans blue exterior...