BMW 135i coupe --FIRST OFFICIAL PRESS PHOTOS and North American Press Release! AdvEvo

[The Stig]

Originally Posted by Wiggum

Where are the rest of them?

EDIT: They were down quick, anyone save the motor shots or any of the others?

As i was saving the motor shot, i think it got deleted, when it showed up in my pictures folder it was a dead file.

WIERD.

But i will try and find it again.

[02cruzer]

Odd the photos don't appear to be working any more.

[Wiggum]

AutoWeek took them down quick... not suprised...

[The Stig]

Originally Posted by Advevo

lol

but you both don t have the motor shot.

I quess youre both not as fast as the 135i engine.

Seriously, I got the dreaded RED X when i tried to open up my engine picture. I was not happy

[Wiggum]

The engine shot wasn't anything special to look at, but there were 13 original pictures...

[palou]

Originally Posted by 02cruzer

They do have another article to go with it with another picture

http://www.autoweek.com/apps/pbcs.dl.../70627003/1065

I'm a bit shocked to read "North Amercian sales planned to kick off in October" in the Autoweek article. Everything that I had read until now talked about March-April 08. If it's October I can't think of a better 40th birthday present for myself!

[The Stig]

THANKS FOR MY CREDIT!!!

I hope you guys enjoy the pictures

[Wiggum]

thanks for the credit

BTW, even Temp Files didn't save these images, not sure why...

[WolfsburgerMitFries]

Anybody think this car has flip down rear headrests in the back for better rear visibility, a la Mercedes-Benz?

[dmboone25]

This looks a lot better than the "leaked" photos. Faith is currently being restored.....:biggrin:

[TheoIam]

Here you go I saved all 11 from the auto week site.

[imported_gear_shift]

Very nice indeed... Going to start saving for a 123d with m-package... It is really a pity you can't have an LSD.. at least as an option!

[Wiggum]

Originally Posted by TheoIam

Here you go I save all 11 from the auto week site.

I'm fairly certain there was 13, but thanks for saving :smile:

[crex]

Is it coming in the spring of 08 or October of this year? One report said October...

[ghotman906]

Originally Posted by DocHoliday

Is it coming in the spring of 08 or October of this year? One report said October...

yeah, that's got me confused too! Is it coming in October or in spring of '08?

[TheoIam]

It uses a MacPherson strut (front) and a five-link (rear) arrangement in combination with speed sensitive electro-hydraulic steering, the latter coming with BMW’s optional Active Steer system. Wheels are standard 18-inch items, 7.5-inch wide up front and 8.5-inch at the rear and shod with 215/40 and 245/35 profile tires.

Despite the crowded engine bay and all the auxiliary plumbing brought on by the twin turbochargers, BMW claims a 50:50 front-to-rear weight distribution. To keep its reserves in check, there are all number of electronic driving aids but unlike true M cars, the 135i does without a trick variable differential like that seen in the M3.

215 / 245 almost the old E36 set up. Hopefully can hold a plus one upgrade.

NO LSD!!

[ice13water]

is that the engine pic of 128 with out twin turbo

[imported_MPower]

Originally Posted by ice13water

is that the engine pic of 128 with out twin turbo

No, that is a pic of the N54.

[SCA]

Originally Posted by Brookside

The M Aerodynamics Package includes specially-designed front and rear bumpers as well as special rocker sills and foglamps. Together, they give the 135i Coupe asignature BMW M look in a tasteful yet distinctive manner.

Foglamps? Where?:iono: Don't see any in the pics.

I think once a 135i is optioned out, it is going to be fairly expensive. MSPR may even close to a base E90/E93 335i.

[imported_MPower]

Originally Posted by TheUltimateDriver

I think once a 135i is optioned out, it is going to be farily cost. Maybe even close to a base MSRP E90/E93 335i.

Sure, but consider how much stuff on this car is standard: M Aerodynamic Kit (which on a 550i, for example, is only available through a 4,000 dollar Sport Packge), unique M markings everywhere, M Sport suspension, M Sport steering wheel and gear knob in soft leather, 18-inch wheels, 6-piston front/2-piston rear brakes, Adaptive Xenon Headlights, DSC+, Split-folding rear seats, leatherette interior (which I love), CD player with MP3 capability, Aux Input, etc. Im sure that BMW will have some extra packages and options like heated seats and keyless go but I dont think much of that will be necessary. The only options I would consider would be sport seats and BMW Assist (for bluetooth connectivity).

If BMW keeps the price down, they've got me.

[The Stig]

Originally Posted by MPower

Sure, but consider how much stuff on this car is standard: M Aerodynamic Kit (which on a 550i, for example, is only available through a 4,000 dollar Sport Packge), unique M markings everywhere, M Sport suspension, M Sport steering wheel and gear knob in soft leather, 18-inch wheels, 6-piston front/2-piston rear brakes, Adaptive Xenon Headlights, DSC+, Split-folding rear seats, leatherette interior (which I love), CD player with MP3 capability, Aux Input, etc. Im sure that BMW will have some extra packages and options like heated seats and keyless go but I dont think much of that will be necessary. The only options I would consider would be sport seats and BMW Assist (for bluetooth connectivity).

If BMW keeps the price down, they've got me.

I agree, if they can keep it at 35k i will be in for it, otherwise, i would just buy a 335i

[SCA]

Originally Posted by davidl

I am disappointed to not see any cloth seat options:frown:

+1

Cloth with leather blosters or alcantara.