135 is is worth the extra money

[champignon]

Originally Posted by ApexResistance

Shows you missed all the little details of the interior and ..... The extremely limited production. They made fewer 135is's than 1M's. The extra money for the "is" has everything to do with that.

The difference between a 135i and a 135is is miniscule and can be easily duplicated with optional aftermarket parts. I would be shocked if the "extremely limited production" of the "is" is viewed as much more than marketing in the longer term.

The 1M is a unique vehicle and (in my view) very different than a 135i or a 135is. The 1M will be considered a classic and highly collectible 10 years from now (as it currently is), however I don't know about the 135is, it just doesn't seem "special" or different enough to me, to stand out from the ocean of 135i vehicles out there. Of course, the 1-series in toto may be considered a classic/collectible in the future, I just can't see that clearly with my crystal ball.

None of this has much to do with driveability or how much enjoyment or pleasure one might get from any of these vehicles. I am very fond of both my 1M and my more newly acquired 135i. I enjoy both of them for different reasons and when I am in either one, I do not long for the other (OK, I miss the "M" button on the steering wheel when in the 135i, but that is it).

[Ox]

The answer is YES! I'm on my third 1-Series. The first being a 2011 128i, next was a 2013 128i which was totaled earlier this year. My 135is came off a lease so I got it as a Certified Preowned. I guess there aren't of lot of these cars around for sale which makes them somewhat rare these days. There was apparently of lot of interest in my car but I got to it first. The 135is is sort of a poor man's 1M that didn't sell all that well when it first came out with a price tag of $49K so I'm told. Anyway, think this it's a keeper.

[Mr Rooty Von Tooty]

I'd recommend always buying the newest car you can afford. Any factory warranty left is worth a lot while you shake the car down in the early ownership period.

As for the options or accessories, they aren't worth all that much. All prices are negotiable. Make the dealer an offer and let him think about it. NEVER make a deal on the spot. The more willing you are to walk away from a deal the more likely you'll get your price.

Forget about this classic or collectible BS. Few people own a car long enough to find this out plus it's a market for people in the business like myself. BTW, 740 1Ms were imported into the US. I don't know about the IS, but there likely weren't a significant number. Also when sellers start talking about the rarity of any vehicle, they are angling for more money.