Your Real World Thoughts, and Unbiased Opinion: 135i

GO135i007 · 05-10-2011, 08:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Vectors2final

Thanks for the insight, guys.

I really think I'm going to stick with the red not because it's my favorite color, but because of it's boldness. I love how it looks on AW, plus the way it looks with the black interior.

As far as kidneys go, I'm thinking about the iCarbon kidneys but haven't a clue what the difference bewtween 1x1 fiber or 2x2. Is iCarbon the only brand available? 750 for a front lip just seems a little steep if you ask me. Their hood seems reasonable, but I know all to well that you have to pay to play.

The 1X1 and 2X2 is the carbon weave. iCarbon is going to be one of the only brands you want to buy because of the quality and fitment. Very nice stuff.

BrokenVert · 05-10-2011, 08:22 AM

The leather isnt an issue. I have 60K miles on my 08 and I have the top down in the winter, the summer, and everywhere in-between. All I do is saddle soap my seats on a regular basis.

Vectors2final · 05-10-2011, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by GO135i007

The 1X1 and 2X2 is the carbon weave. iCarbon is going to be one of the only brands you want to buy because of the quality and fitment. Very nice stuff.

I know it is the weave, but what is the difference in looks? I like what they make, and I'm sure Ill end up having a few of their pieces. I like the hood the have and would want to paint it white and leave the vents black.

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Originally Posted by BrokenVert

The leather isnt an issue. I have 60K miles on my 08 and I have the top down in the winter, the summer, and everywhere in-between. All I do is saddle soap my seats on a regular basis.

Awesome. I have heard of people using saddle soap, but don't have much experience with it. Is there any particular instructions you recommend?

So I've priced out one with all the options I wanted and will be putting a deposit in next month when I am over in Afghanistan as I have to be overseas to use the military sales program. Production is set to be March 2012 which is also the last month of production for 2012MY. I am impressed with the pricing on this car as I got it loaded for just a little bit more than what you guys pay for a base model.

NYC 135i · 05-10-2011, 12:47 PM

Thanks for serving our country, my best friend is currently in Afghanistan serving as well...

I come from an evo ix with 400whp. The change was great for me i loved my evo but this car just is so much classier and the interior is so much better than a mitsu or suby will ever be. The power you're at now in your wrx probably will be very close to the 135i even though power delivery will feel different of course...my first impression of the 135i after i bought it was the torque, it was instant and way better than my evo was. The 4 cylinder turbo engines make good power but torque isn't anything to brag about if you throw a chip like jb4 or procede the car is an animal. Of course the only downside from AWD to RWD is handling but like pervious people have said a few mods and that can be eliminated just like most other cars...i love the handling in the 1 though its a challenge and you really need to know what you're doing to put it through hard turns.

roo97ss · 05-10-2011, 05:28 PM

With regards to the break you get on pricing....

Im glad the military and BMW can take care of you while you take care of us. That's a well deserved discount.

Vectors2final · 05-10-2011, 05:52 PM

Thanks, you guys!

I do hate the lag on my car, and the 135i has the kind of power I like. It's got that down low-mid RPM pull that feels so good when you get on it. I had an 06' GLi with the 2.0T DSG--the first MY of that particular design/powertrain and it was awesome. Traction sucked, but it was peppy down low. The 135i resembles that on a whole other level, and I do plan to JB4, Meth, FMIC, etc, etc. To make my current car make as much as the 1s make with bolt-ons, I would have to spend tons of money rebuilding the transmission and engine and just praying some shady tuner doesn't blow up my investment.. I do plan on doing the M3 suspension, sways, endlinks, coils, etc. RWD is fine for me, and I don't mind owning more of a drivers car.

BrokenVert · 05-11-2011, 06:46 AM

Not really, just take a small amount and gently rub it in. Some people recommend more but saddle soap is what's always worked for me.

Vectors2final · 05-11-2011, 01:34 PM

What kind would you recommend? Does that offer protection from the sun?

Vectors2final · 05-11-2011, 04:45 PM

So I have people gauging intrest in the car and one that says he has the money and is looking for shipping to Denver. I did some searching for him and I'm just waiting for a response.

On the otherhand, I've priced my car out and I'm in love!!

Xyloft · 05-11-2011, 06:58 PM

I miss my STI. especially in the winter.

BMW does have a significantly different brand recognition. I definitely get more "nice car" comments from girls in the bmw over the STi (typically the sti got the "thats my dream car" from dudes). I'm not a fan of the "oh....you drive an BMW, you're a spoiled/snobby/whatever" assumption, but i'm sure that doesn't bother most people.

Don't get my wrong, i love my 128 with sport package. it gets great gas mileage, is super fun to drive, and is way more comfortable. I dont regret buying the 1 and i'm hoping to keep it for at east another 4 years (bought it in 2008) so i can use it as a daily driver.

Vectors2final · 05-11-2011, 07:30 PM

The snooty deal isn't a big deal as I am not that kind of person. I love the car, and I love the neck-breaking looks it'll get. My car get's a lot of those already, and I do like it. I'll let people think what they want, and I know that I am not that kind of person.

Vectors2final · 05-12-2011, 01:48 PM

So it looks like my car is sold if everything goes as planned! Yippie!

Focusedintntions · 05-12-2011, 01:53 PM

Congrats!

Vectors2final · 05-12-2011, 03:07 PM

Thanks! It's also looking like my divorce is going to be finalized, too!!

GO135i007 · 05-12-2011, 03:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Vectors2final

Thanks! It's also looking like my divorce is going to be finalized, too!!

That's always a weight off the shoulders as well.

1VOM · 05-12-2011, 04:24 PM

gratz

Vectors2final · 05-12-2011, 05:36 PM

A lot of weight, I'll tell you that much!! I can't wait to come back home to my 1'er!

Rawhide · 05-13-2011, 06:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Vectors2final

Thanks! It's also looking like my divorce is going to be finalized, too!!

Ugh been there too.

While I was going through it, it seemed like the worst thing that ever happened to me. But now seven years later it seems like the best thing that ever happened to me! Time heals all wounds.

Cheers.

Vectors2final · 05-13-2011, 09:35 AM

Thanks, man. Yea, I feel you, it is very rough and I am feeling much better now. I've found a new love, her name is 1..

Vectors2final · 05-16-2011, 06:42 PM

So here is my order minus that delivery date which makes no sense. I must say I am too excited about this as this will be a rite-of-passage in my life as my divorce comes to a close and I get back from Afghanistan. This car is going to represent the new, happier that ever before me! I cannot wait!!

V8Beatr · 05-16-2011, 07:37 PM

Congrats man! Coming from a 500hp EVO I can tell you that there is absolutely no comparison, the 1 is much more refined and fun. The EVO was beastly, Raw, down right mean, but lacks a ton that the 1 has. Given that the STI and EVO are so close I can honestly say that you will not be disappointed.

Vectors2final · 05-16-2011, 07:41 PM

Oh, I so know what you mean. Another thing that has me so attracted is the grown up feel it brings. Not the "boy racer" type feeling. Had I bought the WRX a while back, I probably would have never even thought about giving it up. I wanted something that would put down good numbers and have all the amenities that I will enjoy for years to come.

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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 leather isnt an issue. I have 60K miles on my 08 and I have the top down in the winter, the summer, and everywhere in-between. All I do is saddle soap my seats on a regular basis. __________________
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05-10-2011, 12:47 PM	#48
NYC 135i Second Lieutenant 26 Rep 257 Posts Drives: 2008 BSM 135i Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Staten Island, NY iTrader: (2)	Thanks for serving our country, my best friend is currently in Afghanistan serving as well... I come from an evo ix with 400whp. The change was great for me i loved my evo but this car just is so much classier and the interior is so much better than a mitsu or suby will ever be. The power you're at now in your wrx probably will be very close to the 135i even though power delivery will feel different of course...my first impression of the 135i after i bought it was the torque, it was instant and way better than my evo was. The 4 cylinder turbo engines make good power but torque isn't anything to brag about if you throw a chip like jb4 or procede the car is an animal. Of course the only downside from AWD to RWD is handling but like pervious people have said a few mods and that can be eliminated just like most other cars...i love the handling in the 1 though its a challenge and you really need to know what you're doing to put it through hard turns.
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05-10-2011, 05:28 PM	#49
roo97ss Captain 67 Rep 920 Posts Drives: M4, X6M, Tesla Plaid, MYP, Ram Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Delaware iTrader: (7)	With regards to the break you get on pricing.... Im glad the military and BMW can take care of you while you take care of us. That's a well deserved discount. __________________ 16 m4 vert, 18 X6M, 22 Tesla MYP, 21 Plaid, 17 Ram
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05-10-2011, 05:52 PM	#50
Vectors2final Brigadier General 1357 Rep 3,349 Posts Drives: 2018 F80 YMB/SS ZCP Join Date: May 2011 Location: Austin, Tx iTrader: (0)	Thanks, you guys! I do hate the lag on my car, and the 135i has the kind of power I like. It's got that down low-mid RPM pull that feels so good when you get on it. I had an 06' GLi with the 2.0T DSG--the first MY of that particular design/powertrain and it was awesome. Traction sucked, but it was peppy down low. The 135i resembles that on a whole other level, and I do plan to JB4, Meth, FMIC, etc, etc. To make my current car make as much as the 1s make with bolt-ons, I would have to spend tons of money rebuilding the transmission and engine and just praying some shady tuner doesn't blow up my investment.. I do plan on doing the M3 suspension, sways, endlinks, coils, etc. RWD is fine for me, and I don't mind owning more of a drivers car.
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05-11-2011, 06:46 AM	#51
BrokenVert Resident Kerbalnaut 477 Rep 10,703 Posts Drives: Topless Brute/Hybrid Boogaloo Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Fahrvergnügen/NY iTrader: (0)	Not really, just take a small amount and gently rub it in. Some people recommend more but saddle soap is what's always worked for me. __________________
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05-11-2011, 01:34 PM	#52
Vectors2final Brigadier General 1357 Rep 3,349 Posts Drives: 2018 F80 YMB/SS ZCP Join Date: May 2011 Location: Austin, Tx iTrader: (0)	What kind would you recommend? Does that offer protection from the sun?
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05-11-2011, 04:45 PM	#53
Vectors2final Brigadier General 1357 Rep 3,349 Posts Drives: 2018 F80 YMB/SS ZCP Join Date: May 2011 Location: Austin, Tx iTrader: (0)	So I have people gauging intrest in the car and one that says he has the money and is looking for shipping to Denver. I did some searching for him and I'm just waiting for a response. On the otherhand, I've priced my car out and I'm in love!!
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05-11-2011, 06:58 PM	#54
Xyloft Lieutenant 34 Rep 504 Posts Drives: 2008 AW 128i Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Ohio iTrader: (0)	I miss my STI. especially in the winter. BMW does have a significantly different brand recognition. I definitely get more "nice car" comments from girls in the bmw over the STi (typically the sti got the "thats my dream car" from dudes). I'm not a fan of the "oh....you drive an BMW, you're a spoiled/snobby/whatever" assumption, but i'm sure that doesn't bother most people. Don't get my wrong, i love my 128 with sport package. it gets great gas mileage, is super fun to drive, and is way more comfortable. I dont regret buying the 1 and i'm hoping to keep it for at east another 4 years (bought it in 2008) so i can use it as a daily driver. __________________ 2008 BMW 128i 2022 BMW 330e
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05-11-2011, 07:30 PM	#55
Vectors2final Brigadier General 1357 Rep 3,349 Posts Drives: 2018 F80 YMB/SS ZCP Join Date: May 2011 Location: Austin, Tx iTrader: (0)	The snooty deal isn't a big deal as I am not that kind of person. I love the car, and I love the neck-breaking looks it'll get. My car get's a lot of those already, and I do like it. I'll let people think what they want, and I know that I am not that kind of person.
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05-12-2011, 01:48 PM	#56
Vectors2final Brigadier General 1357 Rep 3,349 Posts Drives: 2018 F80 YMB/SS ZCP Join Date: May 2011 Location: Austin, Tx iTrader: (0)	So it looks like my car is sold if everything goes as planned! Yippie!
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05-12-2011, 01:53 PM	#57
Focusedintntions Colonel 105 Rep 2,696 Posts Drives: 2011 135i M-Sport :D Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: NoVA iTrader: (1)	Congrats! __________________ Faster, faster, faster, until the thrill of speed overcomes the fear of death… – Hunter Thompson
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05-12-2011, 03:07 PM	#58
Vectors2final Brigadier General 1357 Rep 3,349 Posts Drives: 2018 F80 YMB/SS ZCP Join Date: May 2011 Location: Austin, Tx iTrader: (0)	Thanks! It's also looking like my divorce is going to be finalized, too!!
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1VOM Private 5 Rep 82 Posts Drives: 2011 1M, 2014 R8 V10 Plus Join Date: May 2011 Location: United States iTrader: (0)	gratz
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Vectors2final Brigadier General 1357 Rep 3,349 Posts Drives: 2018 F80 YMB/SS ZCP Join Date: May 2011 Location: Austin, Tx iTrader: (0)	A lot of weight, I'll tell you that much!! I can't wait to come back home to my 1'er!
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05-13-2011, 09:35 AM	#63
Vectors2final Brigadier General 1357 Rep 3,349 Posts Drives: 2018 F80 YMB/SS ZCP Join Date: May 2011 Location: Austin, Tx iTrader: (0)	Thanks, man. Yea, I feel you, it is very rough and I am feeling much better now. I've found a new love, her name is 1..
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05-16-2011, 06:42 PM	#64
Vectors2final Brigadier General 1357 Rep 3,349 Posts Drives: 2018 F80 YMB/SS ZCP Join Date: May 2011 Location: Austin, Tx iTrader: (0)	So here is my order minus that delivery date which makes no sense. I must say I am too excited about this as this will be a rite-of-passage in my life as my divorce comes to a close and I get back from Afghanistan. This car is going to represent the new, happier that ever before me! I cannot wait!!
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05-16-2011, 07:37 PM	#65
V8Beatr Private 8 Rep 65 Posts Drives: 2011 135i Join Date: May 2011 Location: Jax, FL iTrader: (0)	Congrats man! Coming from a 500hp EVO I can tell you that there is absolutely no comparison, the 1 is much more refined and fun. The EVO was beastly, Raw, down right mean, but lacks a ton that the 1 has. Given that the STI and EVO are so close I can honestly say that you will not be disappointed.
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05-16-2011, 07:41 PM	#66
Vectors2final Brigadier General 1357 Rep 3,349 Posts Drives: 2018 F80 YMB/SS ZCP Join Date: May 2011 Location: Austin, Tx iTrader: (0)	Oh, I so know what you mean. Another thing that has me so attracted is the grown up feel it brings. Not the "boy racer" type feeling. Had I bought the WRX a while back, I probably would have never even thought about giving it up. I wanted something that would put down good numbers and have all the amenities that I will enjoy for years to come.
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