128i vs. 135i

arnoldisnumerouno · 09-24-2009, 03:49 PM

I can't really tell the difference in exterior looks between them. Doesn't the 135i have a more aggressive body kit or something? Sorry, I'm a big newb.

BrokenVert · 09-24-2009, 03:51 PM

The 135i has twin turbos. Thats big one. Others are standard xenons, standard sunroof, standard sport suspension, etc...

A 128i has a less agressive body kit but an M Sport 128i will have the same body kit as a 135i.

Those are the differences I can think of.

JN2009 · 09-24-2009, 04:18 PM

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Originally Posted by BrokenVert

The 135i has twin turbos. Thats big one. Others are standard xenons, standard sunroof, standard sport suspension, etc...

A 128i has a less agressive body kit but an M Sport 128i will have the same body kit as a 135i.

Those are the differences I can think of.

Are you sure he can Have 135i front bumper with M sport ? I think
is exclusive to 135i maybe I'm wrong too.

BrokenVert · 09-24-2009, 04:21 PM

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Originally Posted by JN2009

Are you sure he can Have 135i front bumper with M sport ? I think
is exclusive to 135i maybe I'm wrong too.

Heres an MSport 128i

http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=253277

BrokenVert · 09-24-2009, 04:24 PM

And here is a 128i non Msport

supraking · 09-24-2009, 04:55 PM

Notice the front bumper is totally different, as well as the back bumper (which on the 135i has a diffuser at the bottom). That's it visually really, everything else can be matched up with options.

Hind · 09-24-2009, 06:30 PM

135i dont (and cant) come from factory with fog lights.

mineo77 · 09-24-2009, 08:08 PM

there are a handful of ditzel options that the 135i has std. (adaptive lights, sunroof, etc). The 128i doesnt have the option for the m sport steering wheel, at least from what i know. Also sounds like the 135i comes std with HPFP issues..ahahahaha, just kidding. I dont even have mine yet to determine that!

NJ135 · 09-24-2009, 09:01 PM

just get a 135.. youl thank us trust me

BrokenVert · 09-24-2009, 11:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Hind

135i dont (and cant) come from factory with fog lights.

Me and a few others on this forums are working to easily rectify this foglamp issue.

bmwsam · 09-24-2009, 11:33 PM

^Props to you if you figure out a way to make it work...I love the way it looks on my 128i M-sport!

lib · 09-24-2009, 11:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JN2009

Are you sure he can Have 135i front bumper with M sport ? I think is exclusive to 135i maybe I'm wrong too.

That was true in 2008 only.

BrokenVert · 09-24-2009, 11:53 PM

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Originally Posted by bmwsam

^Props to you if you figure out a way to make it work...I love the way it looks on my 128i M-sport!

http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=236062

any help with the lamp issue is greatly appreciated.

Joey_T · 09-25-2009, 03:48 AM

The biggest differences between 135i and 128i M sport that you can spot are much larger brakes and black tailpipes on the 135i. Among others the kidneys are different and I think only 135i gets the rear spoiler.

BrokenVert · 09-25-2009, 08:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Joey_T

The biggest differences between 135i and 128i M sport that you can spot are much larger brakes and black tailpipes on the 135i. Among others the kidneys are different and I think only 135i gets the rear spoiler.

Ohh youre right. I forgot about the brakes there for a second.

new2the3 · 09-25-2009, 08:19 AM

17" vs 18" wheels also.

BMW86 · 09-25-2009, 08:36 AM

In the Aussie spec 125i sport v 135i sport (standard) the key differences are only the badge on the back and the black exhaust tips on the 135i.

m_thompson · 09-25-2009, 08:50 AM

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Originally Posted by mineo77

The 128i doesnt have the option for the m sport steering wheel, at least from what i know.

My M-Sport 128i has the M-Sport steering wheel.

arnoldisnumerouno · 09-25-2009, 10:44 AM

Thanks very much for the help everyone. i can barely afford a bare bones 128i, so i can't do the 135i although it looks better.

JimD · 09-25-2009, 12:09 PM

I'm very happy with my 128i convertible (e88). The 135i was fun at the Performance Center when I took delivery but the extra speed capability on the street seems unnecessary to me. The 128i is not slow, just slower than the 135i. With a manual, the 128 transmission may be better in terms of shifting smoothly than the 135i. The 135 automatic seems better than the 128i auto, however. 135 uses a ZF both for automatic and manual and 128 has a getrag manual or a GM automatic.

Jim

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BrokenVert Resident Kerbalnaut 477 Rep 10,703 Posts Drives: Topless Brute/Hybrid Boogaloo Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Fahrvergnügen/NY iTrader: (0)	The 135i has twin turbos. Thats big one. Others are standard xenons, standard sunroof, standard sport suspension, etc... A 128i has a less agressive body kit but an M Sport 128i will have the same body kit as a 135i. Those are the differences I can think of. __________________
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BrokenVert Resident Kerbalnaut 477 Rep 10,703 Posts Drives: Topless Brute/Hybrid Boogaloo Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Fahrvergnügen/NY iTrader: (0)	And here is a 128i non Msport Attached Images __________________
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mineo77 Lieutenant Colonel 121 Rep 1,926 Posts Drives: 2010 135i,1989 PRO3,2001 530i Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Portland,OR iTrader: (2) Garage List 2010 135i coupe [7.56]	there are a handful of ditzel options that the 135i has std. (adaptive lights, sunroof, etc). The 128i doesnt have the option for the m sport steering wheel, at least from what i know. Also sounds like the 135i comes std with HPFP issues..ahahahaha, just kidding. I dont even have mine yet to determine that! __________________ 135i coupe  6MT  TiAg  ///M sport http://www.rhominnovations.com www.musicarNW.com www.unitedBMWonline.com
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bmwsam First Lieutenant 10 Rep 358 Posts Drives: 135i M-Sport Join Date: May 2009 Location: Bay Area iTrader: (0) Garage List 2012 135i [0.00]	^Props to you if you figure out a way to make it work...I love the way it looks on my 128i M-sport! __________________ 128i M-Sport: Le Mans Blue/Black Interior 6MT, Premium Hi-Fi, Ipod/USB, BMW CCA Member: Central California Chapter
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Joey_T That's me... 17 Rep 234 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Europe iTrader: (0)	The biggest differences between 135i and 128i M sport that you can spot are much larger brakes and black tailpipes on the 135i. Among others the kidneys are different and I think only 135i gets the rear spoiler.
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new2the3 Colonel 378 Rep 2,067 Posts Drives: 2020 X3M Competition Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: San Diego iTrader: (0)	17" vs 18" wheels also. __________________ 2020 X3MC 2009 135i: AW/CR Aluminum Trim, 6 speed, M-Sport, Premium, Heated Seats, Ipod, BMW Performance Pedals, BMW Performance SSK, BMW Performance Exhaust, BMW Performance Grills E93 M3 FSB
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BMW86 Major General 398 Rep 9,156 Posts Drives: RS3 Sedan / Macan S Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Australia iTrader: (0)	In the Aussie spec 125i sport v 135i sport (standard) the key differences are only the badge on the back and the black exhaust tips on the 135i.
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arnoldisnumerouno Enlisted Member 16 Rep 38 Posts Drives: 2009 BMW 128i Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Bethesda, MD iTrader: (0) Garage List 2009 BMW 128i [0.00]	Thanks very much for the help everyone. i can barely afford a bare bones 128i, so i can't do the 135i although it looks better.
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JimD Brigadier General 368 Rep 3,547 Posts Drives: 128i convertible Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Lexington, SC iTrader: (0)	I'm very happy with my 128i convertible (e88). The 135i was fun at the Performance Center when I took delivery but the extra speed capability on the street seems unnecessary to me. The 128i is not slow, just slower than the 135i. With a manual, the 128 transmission may be better in terms of shifting smoothly than the 135i. The 135 automatic seems better than the 128i auto, however. 135 uses a ZF both for automatic and manual and 128 has a getrag manual or a GM automatic. 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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