On the lookout - thinking of selling your 135i?

[BMW86]

Originally Posted by AlpineM3E92

I haven't a good record for having a car very long, but, in this instance I am looking at a cheaper car... I have ordered a new SSV ute to use as a daily driver (leave the M in the shed) and for my wife, don't shoot me, a Focus RS (in white of course).

Dont't get me wrong the TTS is an excellent car, as OZ inferred, the interior is A++, the car goes VERY hard and in black I think it looks awesome. The beauty with the TTS is that you can option many "nice" touches like the extended two tone nappa leather interior, including the dash pod. SHe, cause that's what my wife calls her, has only travelled ~10,400ks and is as you would expect mint.

A Ford Focus RS? Are you aware they are FWD? Should have kept the 1er!

[Alpine*]

Originally Posted by BMW86

A Ford Focus RS? Are you aware they are FWD? Should have kept the 1er!

Yeh I know, and it is a ford hahahaha

[Tintin]

to the op, there is a 135i with Sydney dealer for $59k at the moment on carsales. Thats probably the lowest price I have seen..

[Alpine*]

sorry to hi jack OP, but just found this, interesting comparison, 135i/EvoX/Focus RS.

Still a Ford but at $67k drive away, alot cheaper than a 135i.

[BMW86]

Originally Posted by AlpineM3E92

sorry to hi jack OP, but just found this, interesting comparison, 135i/EvoX/Focus RS.

Still a Ford but at $67k drive away, alot cheaper than a 135i.

I understood your decision going from a stock 135i to a TTS, they are both good cars. The Ford Focus RS isn't in the same league if you ask me. Personally I wouldn't get it because it's FWD and it attracts the boy racer image. Also, a hatchback car wouldn't suit me and I prefer the shape of a coupe or sedan. The fact that it's 67k deters me even more. That's not exactly chump change. For the same money I'd get a used 135i, 125i or if you really need a hatch to consider the VW range. An Evo X, STI are also top choices. The Ford Focus RS isn't a bad car but as a total package I see it as being right on the money.

[m 135]

Originally Posted by AlpineM3E92

I haven't a good record for having a car very long, but, in this instance I am looking at a cheaper car... I have ordered a new SSV ute to use as a daily driver (leave the M in the shed) and for my wife, don't shoot me, a Focus RS (in white of course).

Dont't get me wrong the TTS is an excellent car, as OZ inferred, the interior is A++, the car goes VERY hard and in black I think it looks awesome. The beauty with the TTS is that you can option many "nice" touches like the extended two tone nappa leather interior, including the dash pod. SHe, cause that's what my wife calls her, has only travelled ~10,400ks and is as you would expect mint.

Better still,buy 2 XR5s for the price of 1 RS,they are about $34000 drive-away here in WA,they must be even cheaper in the eastern states,makes the RS look over-priced,you could get a tune for both if you wanted.

I had an XR5 a few years ago they are a great car,good handling,i would of thought the RS would have come in at around $50000,not nearly double the price.

[BMW86]

Actually I just seen photos of the new Ford Focus RS and it is a really hot hatch. I would actually get it over a VW hatch for sure. The RS is way hotter IMHO. I'd still personally get an Evo X, 135i/125i over all of them, that's just me.

[Orlin]

if i didnt drive a 135 or if I ever sell my 135 I would buy a golf r after seeing that thread of a simple ecu reflash will get them to go from 0 - 100 in 4.6 seconds..and they are reasonably priced. My 2 cents

[angusclark]

Finally found one, May 08 135i, BSM, sunroof and idrive, 15,000kms, thanks everyone for your help.

[BMW86]

Originally Posted by angusclark

Finally found one, May 08 135i, BSM, sunroof and idrive, 15,000kms, thanks everyone for your help.

Nice one mate. Have you sealed the deal yet?? Any pics?

[angusclark]

Deal has been sealed. Have been driving since Friday - probably why i haven't posted on here yet!

Got a list of things to do, first service, 19" CSL's, get HPFP checked and rear lights sorted, SSK, Procede tune, performance pedals and angel eyes.

Weather hasn't been great in melbourne, i'll have it cleaned on a nice day and get some photos up.

White/lemon interior which has really grown on me.

[stylish.]

^^ I also have AW on Lemon. It is very classy! Yeah, I'm also waiting for Melb weather to clear up so I can take some pics. Gonna drop by at Andrew's today to install some black kidney grills =)

[xa-coupe]

Well done. I have noticed the price of second hand 135s are getting towards what I would call reasonable !

[wmj73]

Originally Posted by angusclark

Finally found one, May 08 135i, BSM, sunroof and idrive, 15,000kms, thanks everyone for your help.

carsales?

[angusclark]

Originally Posted by wmj73

carsales?

Yes, came up one morning and i put a deposit on it that afternoon.

[MikeVictor]

Congrats, Angus

If you've got the budget for it, don't overlook some simple suspension mods. Pop in and see Andrew@SouthernBM and he can find something to suit.

[angusclark]

He's given me a few things which i am sorting through now.

BMW Oil service
BMW Genuine Short Shift kit
GP Thunder Globe kit installed
Procede Piggy Back computer
BMW Genuine Performance pedal kit installed

[adrian@vishnu]

Well done mate. If you don't mind could you PM me the price and options. Similar spec to mine but lower kms, so just interested in current prices.

Definately go the Procede!! ;-)

[BMW86]

Originally Posted by angusclark

Deal has been sealed. Have been driving since Friday - probably why i haven't posted on here yet!

Got a list of things to do, first service, 19" CSL's, get HPFP checked and rear lights sorted, SSK, Procede tune, performance pedals and angel eyes.

Weather hasn't been great in melbourne, i'll have it cleaned on a nice day and get some photos up.

White/lemon interior which has really grown on me.

That's great man. Congratulations! You will have to post pics I would like to see that colour combo. That's a nice list of mods too