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BMWDAD · 10-13-2012, 09:17 AM

First let me say I WOULD have bought a 135i coupe, but it came out a bit late, and I ended up with a 08 335i coupe/sports/6mt ssk. I am still happy with the 335i but I am dreaming of a new car.

My short list is all cars with a redesign coming 2014 (?). I would like your opinions after owning a 1 series.

1. m235i coupe/ 228i m sport (4 cylinder) both cars slated to come to the usa
when who knows, great reviews for the M hatch, good reviews for the M
sport hatch
2. 2014 Audi TT releasing late 2014 as a 2015
3. 2014 nissan z releasing late 2014 as a 2015
4. Corvette C7 (if they finally do it correctly)

I am NOT considering the new 3/4 series, I would want something a little more focused and lighter. I drove the new BRZ and thought the current Audi TT is more to my taste.

Thanks in advance...............need to dream.

bmw1racer · 10-13-2012, 09:47 AM

I just bought my car in June, so it'll be a while before considering what my next car would be (unless something dire happens... knock on wood)... But it'll definitely be another BMW.

Qunadry · 10-13-2012, 10:08 AM

Don't wait for the 2 series. Get a 135i while you still can.

135Pats · 10-13-2012, 10:26 AM

I really have no reason to replace my current car, so long as it continues to run strong I love the car and it suits my present needs...A few years from now? If I stay with a small car, an M3 or Cayman S...If I went full size, an F10 550 would be excellent.

Chrisar82 · 10-14-2012, 01:22 PM

I'm thinking either a 1M next or a Porsche (Cayman S maybe). I used to be a huge Porsche fan, but then I got my 128 6MT, HOWEVER, my dream car is still a 911 GT3

FOACAD · 10-14-2012, 01:58 PM

My wife's next vehicle, this spring, is either an X1 35xdrive or the new Explorer Sport.

My next car when my 135i gets closer to the warranty being up will most likely either be the new M3/M4 or the new Mustang redesign that is coming in 14 or 15. Depending how money is looking 3 years from now when that happens a P-car might be in the running as well.

AKopp · 10-14-2012, 02:14 PM

M4/M3 or used Aston V8 Vantage. Or maybe a new 2M if it looks good. Or if they even build one, for that matter.

Stohlen · 10-14-2012, 02:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Qunadry

Don't wait for the 2 series. Get a 135i while you still can.

This. I feel like the new 2 series will not be up to the standards of the 135i, a smaller less powerful engine in a realitively equal sized platform is likely. Probably not going to be as popular among the enthusiest community and thus not having as much aftermarket support. So if you're looking for that, the 135i would be a better choice if you are looking into a BMW. Obviously there are other options outside of BMW, but I've never thought much of the TT, always felt like it was trying to be something its not. I'd personally go S4 if it were between Audis.

Personally I plan on buyin a Subaru Legacy Gt or something like that as my next car for a nice daily, and keep the 135 as my project car. Cuz the forester seems to be on its last legs...

BMWDAD · 10-14-2012, 02:36 PM

Some good thoughts here.

But I am really looking for a redesign.

I tend to keep a car. My 335i will be 7 (?) years old when I purchase my next car.

Thanks for sharing your ideas.

ptack · 10-14-2012, 02:38 PM

I haven't finished driving this 1.

propkaPT · 10-14-2012, 09:19 PM

My next car will hopefully be a 993 911....dare to dream

PapaB · 10-14-2012, 11:08 PM

I want to replace the e46 M3 that I totaled with an 05 or 06.

Alow · 10-15-2012, 06:14 AM

I am thinking about an M2 if its as fun as the 1M.

splitsecond · 10-15-2012, 07:49 AM

I just bought the 135i, so I'll probably hold on to it for at least a few years... by which point, I'm sure the entire landscape will be different. But I'm guessing that there'll be a girl who wants me to get a bigger car, so I might go with the newest M5 that I can afford. Or maybe an Audi S4.

DRedman45 · 10-15-2012, 09:52 AM

my next car is an 08 135i with 35k haha...if everything goes as planned that will be my car next monday haha

after that I don't know, but I will probably stick to my euro roots

doublevanosrc · 10-15-2012, 12:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alow

I am thinking about an M2 if its as fun as the 1M.

Ha yeah right with electronic steering and auto start/stop i doubt it. Find yourself an 1M.

ilikebmxbikes · 10-15-2012, 12:54 PM

I am considering the below. If I went M2 or 1M, I would sell my 135i and get a daily driver. If I get any of the other cars, I will keep the 135i.

M2
E92 M3
1M
996 GT3
996 Turbo

Basheezy · 10-15-2012, 12:58 PM

my next car will probably be an M-car when the time comes.
the 135 is staying possibly forever. it's my first car completely funded by me and first BMW.

JimD · 10-15-2012, 02:56 PM

I'm happy with my 128i convertible and plan to keep it indefinitely. My Suzuki SUV will need replaced, possibly in 2014 when the 128i will be 5. I hope BMW brings us the turbo diesel 4 in the X1 by then. My SUV's key job is towing my boat - about 2000 lbs. The little X1 looks it should do that nicely.

Jim

lcrain · 10-15-2012, 04:49 PM

I am very happy with my 1M, but I would be lying if I said the notion of moving on hadn't crossed my mind. I will certainly test the new F30 M3 when it comes out. 4 doors and another 100 hp could be too hard to turn down.

Maybe I will just get a DD and seclude the 1M to track/fun duty. Or maybe I will buy an e36 m3 to build for the track and drive the 1M daily. Really depends on my work and how much I am able to get to the track.

Gnip Gnop · 10-15-2012, 05:29 PM

Z3 m coupe. Had one before the 135i , and will buy another within a few years after the 1 is paid off. They are my favorite cars to drive.

joe628 · 10-15-2012, 09:39 PM

Sti or evo

10-13-2012, 09:17 AM	#1
BMWDAD Captain Drives: 2008 BMW 335i Coupe/6mt/sports Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 741 iTrader: (0)	your next car First let me say I WOULD have bought a 135i coupe, but it came out a bit late, and I ended up with a 08 335i coupe/sports/6mt ssk. I am still happy with the 335i but I am dreaming of a new car. My short list is all cars with a redesign coming 2014 (?). I would like your opinions after owning a 1 series. 1. m235i coupe/ 228i m sport (4 cylinder) both cars slated to come to the usa when who knows, great reviews for the M hatch, good reviews for the M sport hatch 2. 2014 Audi TT releasing late 2014 as a 2015 3. 2014 nissan z releasing late 2014 as a 2015 4. Corvette C7 (if they finally do it correctly) I am NOT considering the new 3/4 series, I would want something a little more focused and lighter. I drove the new BRZ and thought the current Audi TT is more to my taste. Thanks in advance...............need to dream.
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10-13-2012, 09:47 AM	#2
bmw1racer bimmerphile, technogeek Drives: 2012 128i Coupe 6MT Sport Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: South Bay, SoCal Posts: 1,261 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2012 BMW 128i Coupe [0.00]	I just bought my car in June, so it'll be a while before considering what my next car would be (unless something dire happens... knock on wood)... But it'll definitely be another BMW. __________________

10-13-2012, 10:26 AM	#4
135Pats Gooby Pls. Drives: 135i Join Date: May 2012 Location: Maryland Posts: 1,751 iTrader: (1)	I really have no reason to replace my current car, so long as it continues to run strong I love the car and it suits my present needs...A few years from now? If I stay with a small car, an M3 or Cayman S...If I went full size, an F10 550 would be excellent. __________________ E88 FBO N54 Alpinweiss/Coral Red/Meisterschaft Race/Berk Resonated/Macht Schnell 3"/ER CP/Synapse/VRSF FMIC/BMS DCI/BMS Thermostat Delete/Rob Beck PCV/BMS OCC/Cobb 4.02/Alpina TCU Flash/Icarbon/3D Design/BMW Performance/Cyba

10-14-2012, 02:14 PM	#7
AKopp Private First Class Drives: 2009 BMW 135i Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: PA Posts: 196 iTrader: (0)	M4/M3 or used Aston V8 Vantage. Or maybe a new 2M if it looks good. Or if they even build one, for that matter. __________________ 2009 135i - SG/Coral - 19" Alufelgen SF-71 - ST Coilovers - Cobb Stage 2+ - AR Downpipes - Berk Sport Exhaust - Active Autowerke Charge Pipe - AMS FMIC - AFE DCI - LUX V3 Angel Eyes - LCI Blacklines - BMW Performance CF Spoiler - Kerscher Carbon Splitter - Scopian CF Diffuser - MusicarNW Level 2

10-14-2012, 02:38 PM	#10
ptack Brigadier General Drives: 135i Join Date: May 2008 Location: NJ Posts: 4,093 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 135i [3.00]	I haven't finished driving this 1. __________________ 135i, SGM, Coral, Sport Package, Auto, Premium Hifi, USB/ipod, Forgestar F14s, PPK Stage II

10-13-2012, 10:08 AM	#3
Qunadry Private First Class Drives: 2012 135i Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Northeast Posts: 185 iTrader: (0)	Don't wait for the 2 series. Get a 135i while you still can.

10-14-2012, 01:22 PM	#5
Chrisar82 Enlisted Member Drives: 2009 BMW 128i Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: USA Posts: 40 iTrader: (0)	I'm thinking either a 1M next or a Porsche (Cayman S maybe). I used to be a huge Porsche fan, but then I got my 128 6MT, HOWEVER, my dream car is still a 911 GT3

10-14-2012, 01:58 PM	#6
FOACAD Airborne! Drives: 2012 AW/CR 135i Msport Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Schweinfurt, Germany Posts: 468 iTrader: (0)	My wife's next vehicle, this spring, is either an X1 35xdrive or the new Explorer Sport. My next car when my 135i gets closer to the warranty being up will most likely either be the new M3/M4 or the new Mustang redesign that is coming in 14 or 15. Depending how money is looking 3 years from now when that happens a P-car might be in the running as well.

10-14-2012, 02:36 PM	#9
BMWDAD Captain Drives: 2008 BMW 335i Coupe/6mt/sports Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 741 iTrader: (0)	Some good thoughts here. But I am really looking for a redesign. I tend to keep a car. My 335i will be 7 (?) years old when I purchase my next car. Thanks for sharing your ideas.

10-14-2012, 09:19 PM	#11
propkaPT Private First Class Drives: 2012 135i Join Date: May 2010 Location: NJ Posts: 131 iTrader: (0)	My next car will hopefully be a 993 911....dare to dream

10-14-2012, 11:08 PM	#12
PapaB Private Drives: '10 135i,'07 MCoupe,'09 X6 5.0 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Murfreesboro, TN Posts: 63 iTrader: (0)	I want to replace the e46 M3 that I totaled with an 05 or 06.

10-15-2012, 06:14 AM	#13
Alow First Lieutenant Drives: 09 128i Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Kansas City, MO Posts: 373 iTrader: (1)	I am thinking about an M2 if its as fun as the 1M.

10-15-2012, 07:49 AM	#14
splitsecond Space Admiral Drives: 135i Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Chicago Posts: 307 iTrader: (1) Garage List 2008 BMW 135i [0.00]	I just bought the 135i, so I'll probably hold on to it for at least a few years... by which point, I'm sure the entire landscape will be different. But I'm guessing that there'll be a girl who wants me to get a bigger car, so I might go with the newest M5 that I can afford. Or maybe an Audi S4. __________________ 2008 135i Montego Blue sport pkg, premium pkg, Logic 7 sound, iDrive/Nav Mods completed: JB4+ & FBO \|\| LSD \|\| BMW-P suspension + F/R sway bars \|\| 18" Breyton GTS-R \|\| M3 front bushings \|\| Vogtland camber plates \|\| BMW-P rotors + Stoptech pads \|\|\|\| Acquired, not installed: BMS WW Meth kit \|\| Logic HVI intake \|\| Mishimoto OCC \|\|\|\| Shopping for: Summer tires

10-15-2012, 09:52 AM	#15
DRedman45 Second Lieutenant Drives: 07 e86 //M coupe Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Northern va Posts: 271 iTrader: (0)	my next car is an 08 135i with 35k haha...if everything goes as planned that will be my car next monday haha after that I don't know, but I will probably stick to my euro roots

10-15-2012, 12:54 PM	#17
ilikebmxbikes Lieutenant Colonel Drives: '08 135i Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: San Francisco Posts: 1,538 iTrader: (20)	I am considering the below. If I went M2 or 1M, I would sell my 135i and get a daily driver. If I get any of the other cars, I will keep the 135i. M2 E92 M3 1M 996 GT3 996 Turbo __________________ MY Build Log 08 AW 135i \| Cobb \| ETS FMIC \| ER CP w/ Tial Bov \| AR Catted Downpipes \| Berk Mids \| Meisterschaft GT SUS 1M \|M3 Control Arms \| M3 Sways \| M3 Rear Subframe Bushings \| Wavetrac LSD \| AST 4200 DA Coilovers \| HRE R43 \| Hankook R-S3 \|Full BMW Performance Interior \| Revozport 1M Raze Aero Package in Satin Carbon \|1M Body Conversion\|

10-15-2012, 12:58 PM	#18
Basheezy Bashar Drives: 2008 BMW 135i Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 652 iTrader: (1)	my next car will probably be an M-car when the time comes. the 135 is staying possibly forever. it's my first car completely funded by me and first BMW. __________________

10-15-2012, 02:56 PM	#19
JimD Colonel Drives: 128i convertible Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Lexington, SC Posts: 2,192 iTrader: (0)	I'm happy with my 128i convertible and plan to keep it indefinitely. My Suzuki SUV will need replaced, possibly in 2014 when the 128i will be 5. I hope BMW brings us the turbo diesel 4 in the X1 by then. My SUV's key job is towing my boat - about 2000 lbs. The little X1 looks it should do that nicely. Jim __________________ 128i Convertible, MT, Alpine White, Black Top, Taupe Leatherette, Walnut, Sport Ordered 5/22/09, Completed 6/4/09, At Port 6/9/09, On the Georgia Highway 6/13/09, Ship Arrived Charleston 6/24/09 at 10pm, PCD 7/21/09

10-15-2012, 04:49 PM	#20
lcrain Captain Drives: BSM 1M Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 743 iTrader: (1)	I am very happy with my 1M, but I would be lying if I said the notion of moving on hadn't crossed my mind. I will certainly test the new F30 M3 when it comes out. 4 doors and another 100 hp could be too hard to turn down. Maybe I will just get a DD and seclude the 1M to track/fun duty. Or maybe I will buy an e36 m3 to build for the track and drive the 1M daily. Really depends on my work and how much I am able to get to the track.

10-15-2012, 05:29 PM	#21
Gnip Gnop First Lieutenant Drives: 2011 BMW 135i Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Woodbury, MN Posts: 388 iTrader: (0)	Z3 m coupe. Had one before the 135i , and will buy another within a few years after the 1 is paid off. They are my favorite cars to drive. __________________

10-15-2012, 09:39 PM	#22
joe628 Enlisted Member Drives: 135i N54 Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: United States Posts: 37 iTrader: (0)	Sti or evo

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