Anyone have any mechanical problems or build quality issues with their 1 series?

jeremyc74 · 06-23-2008, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by E82TT6

Sheesh, you all seem to have a lot of probelm...

I've got nothin wrong. I think if I had half these issues (esp wind whistle) I'd get the car LemonLawed.

The wind noise isn't that bad and only come once you're at about 80MPH, at least on mine. It's not really a whistle at all.

theanhdy · 06-23-2008, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Surname

1) 2) Broken third brake-light lens; possibly a build/design issue.
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I went out and check after reading your post. I have a small crack right in the middle of the lens

InsaneSkippy · 06-23-2008, 11:59 AM

Passenger seatbelt goes limp. It won't recoil even if you pull on it more. I'll wait to see what happens after I pick it up in the states. Hopefully it will have been fixed.

E82tt6 · 06-23-2008, 10:11 PM

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Originally Posted by InsaneSkippy

Passenger seatbelt goes limp. It won't recoil even if you pull on it more. I'll wait to see what happens after I pick it up in the states. Hopefully it will have been fixed.

They make pills for that, you know.

rushbmw · 06-24-2008, 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by mielefan

Pretty good so far; I have 3,800 miles on her and have had just a few quirks:

1. The wind noise coming from the driver and passenger windows--here is a tip- tap your power window button down ever-so-slightly and the wind noise stops. Pull up on the button to bring the window about 1/4" up--and there it is again. Weird.

2. I occasionally experience the 'lurch' forward just before a stop. I thought about taking it it to the dealer but decided it wasn't worth the hassle; evidently this is a normal thing.

3. Windshield is a 'rock-magnet'; I already have a star-shaped chip in the drivers side and because it's in my 'line-of-sight' they will not fix it; replacement only--go figure.

4. And finally ; the biggest issue I have is the constant worry of damaging my car or the looky-lou's constantly wanting to look into my windows when parked at a restaurant, grociery store, mall, gas station, starbucks, whatever! It's an awsome car--but sheeze!

I just got two rock chips repair by a company name Novus. They did a great job and one of the chips was on the driver side. I dont see why they wont fix it? It cost much less and since there isn't any windshield in the states it the only way around it.

gio · 06-24-2008, 01:51 PM

I have one to add. I just found out today that my CD player is broken. I never realized before because I hadn't even tried to use it. I went to the dealer and after they played with it for an hour, they told me I need a new radio.

InsaneSkippy · 06-24-2008, 02:07 PM

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Originally Posted by E82TT6

They make pills for that, you know.

My GF said the same thing in Europe. I told her to just keep tugging on it until it worked though

PUREPHAZED · 06-24-2008, 02:17 PM

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Originally Posted by TheAnhDy

I went out and check after reading your post. I have a small crack right in the middle of the lens

wow! I noticed this over the weekend when i washed it.

going to bring it in tomorrow.

M

theanhdy · 06-24-2008, 03:42 PM

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Originally Posted by PUREPHAZED

wow! I noticed this over the weekend when i washed it.

going to bring it in tomorrow.

M

I don't know if I should bring it in. It's too minor of an issue, unless water gets inside the light

hansenc · 06-24-2008, 04:52 PM

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Originally Posted by hts128i

I have this exact same problem on the drivers side panel....it sounds like the speaker is either loose or blown. I've talked to dealer about it but haven't had them take a look to see what's going on. I may just go ahead and replace the speakers anyway.

Also have a slight rattle coming from passenger side...think it might be the speaker or the window switch.

Other than that, no problems (knock on wood).

I'm also hearing some kind of rattle coming from the passenger side, haven't been able to pinpoint the area where its coming from. sounds like the back though.

hbiscuit · 07-09-2008, 07:15 AM

ticking sound sometimes...

ersatzS2 · 07-09-2008, 11:04 AM

Check Engine light would come on after hard acceleration, stay on until car was turned off. Dealer just did a software update, which SA said took overnight, and now it seems fine. Car feels no different but it seemed boost related since only came on under load.

warmtoes · 07-09-2008, 11:06 AM

I also had a check engine light come on after 750kms. It cleared itself and hasn't come on since.

TPLSM3 · 07-09-2008, 11:26 AM

So far (1400 miles) my only complaint is long cranking....which ended up being the infamous fuel pump. Took care of that problem and knock on wood, but it's been perfect.

jbenington86 · 07-09-2008, 11:34 AM

I found something new...might be only my car though...in all wheel well lips there is a sharp edge... on my rear drivers side its seems like the paint was but on a little thin or something and you can see a dark line where there is no paint/ a little has come off......GRRR!

Jack in Jax · 07-09-2008, 11:41 AM

"...on my rear drivers side its seems like the paint was but on a little thin or something and you can see a dark line where there is no paint..."

Funny you should mention that: In the latest Bimmerfile, there is a video link to a nice review of how the pan, chassis, etc. is assembled, painted and then stored - and then at a later time, retrieved, assigned its buyer and built. As I watched the robots spraying in the paint shop, I had just this reaction: good general spray pattern but it sure looked like the wheel well edges got short shrift...

Jack

jbenington86 · 07-09-2008, 12:01 PM

"...wheel well edges got short shrift.."

they did! there is a thin dark line on all four wheel well edges...i noticed the rear drivers side more because it widens just a tad....whats with that sharp edge anyway...I almost cut my finger when washing it.

TazioNYC · 07-09-2008, 12:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Bullitt

Someone in here mentioned that his steering wheel was not aligned correctly, so driving straight required the wheel to be off center towards one side. Another mentioned that his engine start button did not work a couple of times.

That was me. I had it done at several different places and one finally did it, but it took several tries. Now the key will be, does it remain aligned long-term. It's been a real PITA.

timmerweb · 07-09-2008, 12:30 PM

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Originally Posted by ChrisK

I have zero problems. It's the first year of a new car.

Not really. The 1 series has been out longer than the current 3-series. Its just a new body-style. You'd expect various lectrical and other known quality issues to have been resolved by now.

-Tim

Esmallstii · 07-09-2008, 05:53 PM

Long cranks starting to show up on mine,..every 3rd or 4th start. Only 1100 miles on her.Looks like it's time to schedule the fuel pump replacement.
IPOD Cable is sensitive to movement. Music gets scratchy when I raise and lower the armrest while it's playing.
Nail in rear tire @ about 600 miles,..got it patched for $45 @ a Goodyear dealer.

ersatzS2 · 07-15-2008, 12:14 PM

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Originally Posted by ersatzS2

Check Engine light would come on after hard acceleration, stay on until car was turned off. Dealer just did a software update, which SA said took overnight, and now it seems fine. Car feels no different but it seemed boost related since only came on under load.

Ok just drove up and back to Watkins Glen this weekend for the SCCA national race and the car is far from fine. After getting reprogrammed by the dealer, it now cranks for a long time before firing up when cold. Then it seems to run rough until warm. Finally, in 3rd gear at WOT the check engine light comes on. Hmm. It will be interesting to see what happens here...

YearOneOfThe1 · 07-17-2008, 08:41 PM

exterior light failed....... i need to hop on that shit asap... or so the manual says.

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gio Captain 50 Rep 628 Posts Drives: Join Date: Apr 2008 iTrader: (0)	I have one to add. I just found out today that my CD player is broken. I never realized before because I hadn't even tried to use it. I went to the dealer and after they played with it for an hour, they told me I need a new radio. __________________ Waiting on a 2015 M235
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ersatzS2 Private First Class 16 Rep 186 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: New Jersey iTrader: (0)	Check Engine light would come on after hard acceleration, stay on until car was turned off. Dealer just did a software update, which SA said took overnight, and now it seems fine. Car feels no different but it seemed boost related since only came on under load. __________________ 135i built 2/14/08 SGM w/Black and AL, 6 forward gears
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07-09-2008, 11:06 AM	#57
warmtoes Lieutenant Colonel 31 Rep 1,917 Posts Drives: EBII 435i xDrive Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Vancouver iTrader: (1)	I also had a check engine light come on after 750kms. It cleared itself and hasn't come on since. __________________ *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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07-09-2008, 11:26 AM	#58
TPLSM3 Captain 71 Rep 652 Posts Drives: '16 Porsche GT4 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Tampa, FL iTrader: (12)	So far (1400 miles) my only complaint is long cranking....which ended up being the infamous fuel pump. Took care of that problem and knock on wood, but it's been perfect.
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07-09-2008, 11:34 AM	#59
jbenington86 Major 58 Rep 1,201 Posts Drives: 2015 M235i, 2017 Tundra Join Date: May 2008 Location: TX iTrader: (0) Garage List 2015 M235i [0.00] 2008 128i [0.00]	I found something new...might be only my car though...in all wheel well lips there is a sharp edge... on my rear drivers side its seems like the paint was but on a little thin or something and you can see a dark line where there is no paint/ a little has come off......GRRR!
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Jack in Jax Second Lieutenant 8 Rep 226 Posts Drives: Pearson 424 Ketch Join Date: May 2008 Location: Jacksonville FL iTrader: (0)	"...on my rear drivers side its seems like the paint was but on a little thin or something and you can see a dark line where there is no paint..." Funny you should mention that: In the latest Bimmerfile, there is a video link to a nice review of how the pan, chassis, etc. is assembled, painted and then stored - and then at a later time, retrieved, assigned its buyer and built. As I watched the robots spraying in the paint shop, I had just this reaction: good general spray pattern but it sure looked like the wheel well edges got short shrift... Jack
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jbenington86 Major 58 Rep 1,201 Posts Drives: 2015 M235i, 2017 Tundra Join Date: May 2008 Location: TX iTrader: (0) Garage List 2015 M235i [0.00] 2008 128i [0.00]	"...wheel well edges got short shrift.." they did! there is a thin dark line on all four wheel well edges...i noticed the rear drivers side more because it widens just a tad....whats with that sharp edge anyway...I almost cut my finger when washing it.
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Esmallstii Systematic Chaos 40 Rep 550 Posts Drives: 08 135i Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Waterford, NY iTrader: (1)	Long cranks starting to show up on mine,..every 3rd or 4th start. Only 1100 miles on her.Looks like it's time to schedule the fuel pump replacement. IPOD Cable is sensitive to movement. Music gets scratchy when I raise and lower the armrest while it's playing. Nail in rear tire @ about 600 miles,..got it patched for $45 @ a Goodyear dealer. __________________ BSM/Coral red/Sp pkg/Cft access/Htd seats/BMW Performance Pedals, Spoiler, & Rotors/18" VMR V710's/Hankook Ventus/Cool Carbon Pads ."The 135i's engine sound is so ferocious and bittersweet, so carnal and wicked, somebody ought to name a heavy-metal band after it: Velvet Chain Saw."
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07-17-2008, 08:41 PM	#66
YearOneOfThe1 New Member 0 Rep 20 Posts Drives: Join Date: Jul 2008 iTrader: (0)	exterior light failed....... i need to hop on that shit asap... or so the manual says.
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