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mb135is · 12-08-2012, 09:12 AM

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Originally Posted by meg180

Wait until you hear it on a cold start, it's awesome!

When I test drove the is it was parked directly next to the dealership building. They sales guy turned it on and I was like

HeelToe · 12-08-2012, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by mb135is

When I test drove the is it was parked directly next to the dealership building. They sales guy turned it on and I was like

At work I park my car in the basement parking lot. Large, all concrete, no openings...cold start is unx$#ing believable. Throaty, burbling, echoing, sputtering. Nothing but goodness in large doses. I ALWAYS start the car with the door open so I can hear it at full volume. Puts a

on my face no matter how the day went. You'd think you were in the paddock at a race track.

mb135is · 12-08-2012, 11:13 AM

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Originally Posted by HeelToe

At work I park my car in the basement parking lot. Large, all concrete, no openings...cold start is unx$#ing believable. Throaty, burbling, echoing, sputtering. Nothing but goodness in large doses. I ALWAYS start the car with the door open so I can hear it at full volume. Puts a

on my face no matter how the day went. You'd think you were in the paddock at a race track.

How is the 1 comparing to your E46?

Bigiggs · 12-08-2012, 12:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Elwood74

I've just been washing it like the rest of the car so far (2 months) Still very clean. It is just brushed stainless so lots of options.

Thanks...I think I will do the same today then.

mb135is · 12-08-2012, 06:01 PM

Car is amazing! More in depth review in the coming days.

Cold start:

IndyMike · 12-08-2012, 06:15 PM

Congrats! Also looking forward to comments on it in a certain BMW related publication.

mb135is · 12-08-2012, 06:17 PM

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Originally Posted by IndyMike

Congrats! Also looking forward to comments on it in a certain BMW related publication.

haha December was my last column

I'd like to write a feature, though, so we'll see.

IndyMike · 12-08-2012, 06:27 PM

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Originally Posted by mb135is

haha December was my last column

Sorry to hear that. MJC until recently used to write about his AW 135. Time is precious, so I only read the columns of those authors that have like vehicles of mine, and just graze the columns of the others hoping they mention the same.

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Originally Posted by mb135is

I'd like to write a feature, though, so we'll see.

Hope that works out for you.

meg180 · 12-08-2012, 07:06 PM

Congrats on picking up your car! sounds great

Bmwbreed · 12-08-2012, 08:05 PM

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Originally Posted by mb135is

Car is amazing! More in depth review in the coming days.

Cold start:

Joygasam

HeelToe · 12-08-2012, 11:18 PM

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Originally Posted by mb135is

Quote:

Originally Posted by HeelToe

At work I park my car in the basement parking lot. Large, all concrete, no openings...cold start is unx$#ing believable. Throaty, burbling, echoing, sputtering. Nothing but goodness in large doses. I ALWAYS start the car with the door open so I can hear it at full volume. Puts a

on my face no matter how the day went. You'd think you were in the paddock at a race track.

How is the 1 comparing to your E46?

Hard to compare because they are different animals. Plus I've adjusted suspension on both.

E46 with hr sways and springs with Bilsteins sports. Square tire set up.
Handles awesome. Minimal understeer. Firm with no roll. Smooth, quiet.

E82 with eibach and bmwp springs, 235/245 tires setup, Dinan camber plates.
Very fast turn in with no under steer and of course power oversteer that the e46 can't deliver. Seems to roll a bit more than the hr sways. Also softer than the Bilsteins. Seriously considering putting them on. I had them on order but they went on back order and I decided to install the other suspension parts without them. Kind of regretting it now.

KingOfJericho · 12-09-2012, 01:09 AM

I wouldn't worry much about the red being overwhelming or too much. I received nothing but compliments. BMW did a great job with the coral red color. It isn't easy to convey the color in photos but it's stunning in person.

mb135is · 12-09-2012, 01:17 AM

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Originally Posted by KingOfJericho

I wouldn't worry much about the red being overwhelming or too much. I received nothing but compliments. BMW did a great job with the coral red color. It isn't easy to convey the color in photos but it's stunning in person.

Agreed. I understood the second I finally saw it! Real pics coming soon.

mb135is · 12-09-2012, 01:30 AM

IndyMike · 12-09-2012, 10:40 AM

That's a very, very handsome combo right there!

Here's my suggestion for mods, but since your tastes may vary take them with a grain of sugar:

(1) BMW Performance diffusor - Exhaust tips stick out too far; not really a fan of CF, but you can have a reputable paint shop paint it in either gloss (if you want it to match the mirrors) or matte. You could also go with body color, but imo that would be too much. You need something to contrast with the Space gray. Many would consider it sacrilegious to paint over CF, but its your car so do what is best your own eyes. I painted over the CF CSL trunk and never regretted it (see below). Too much CF looks goofy, and too showy imo.

(2) BMW Performance spoiler - I didn't do it on my 135 obviously because I went with the CSL trunk, but if you do get the Performance diffusor treat the spoiler in the same scheme so they complement one another.

(3) Shadowline or matte front grills - I'd go shadowline to complement the mirrors.

(4) Performance side skirts

(5) Debadge

I think BMW should have had some or all of 1 - 4 as standard equipment to further set the 'is' apart from the garden variety 135, but for some reason they never bothered to ask me.

And as an oh-by-the-way, I'm sure you know that BMW CCA is running a special for December on Performance parts at 10% above invoice.

Just something to pass on to that special loved one(s) in your life so they don't have to guess what to give you.

Even as is though, it's a great looking vehicle. Props again!

mb135is · 12-09-2012, 05:04 PM

Great suggestions - all items I've been seriously considering!

TCsqüared Aütowerkes · 12-10-2012, 02:45 AM

The new 'is' models are amazing.
The headlights are quite refreshing from the previous version.

burnsniper · 12-10-2012, 09:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HeelToe

I ALWAYS start the car with the door open so I can hear it at full volume. Puts a

on my face no matter how the day went. You'd think you were in the paddock at a race track.

Same Here with my 1M. Another favorite is to drive around in parking garages in first gear (don't shift to second) - you should try it!

JClark · 12-10-2012, 10:32 AM

Those is's look great.

Elwood74 · 12-12-2012, 09:38 AM

Spent the day doing the 5 boro tour yesterday. Have to say the 1er is a fantastic city car (except for the low profile wheels). Small, agile, and the power to beat out the cabbies. Bonus: Driving through the tunnels with the PE. Total eargasm.

meg180 · 12-12-2012, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Elwood74

Bonus: Driving through the tunnels with the PE. Total eargasm.

Absolutely, I also sent off some car alarms when I drove through a parking garage.

1Pirate · 12-12-2012, 11:17 AM

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Originally Posted by mb135is

Congratulations! I absolutely love the color combination.

12-08-2012, 06:01 PM	#137
mb135is First Lieutenant Drives: '13 135is Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: NJ Posts: 378 iTrader: (0)	Car is amazing! More in depth review in the coming days. Cold start: __________________ E82 '13 135is - Space Gray/Coral Red, 6 MT, Heated Seats, 50% tint, clear bra, BMW Perf. Grilles

12-08-2012, 06:15 PM	#138
IndyMike Lieutenant Drives: 11 VO 1 M; 11 328iT; 08 R32 Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 438 iTrader: (1)	Congrats! Also looking forward to comments on it in a certain BMW related publication. __________________ Earth hear your Maker's voice, your great Redeemer own Believe, obey, rejoice and worship Him alone Cast down your pride, your sin deplore and bow before the Crucified. "Before You, Lord, We Bow" - Francis Scott Key

12-08-2012, 07:06 PM	#141
meg180 Lieutenant Drives: Jet Black 135is Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Staten Island, NY Posts: 413 iTrader: (0)	Congrats on picking up your car! sounds great __________________ 2013 135is/Jet black/debadged 2010 135/Jet black/ M-sport/ debadged (retired) Ring school thread : http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=532926

12-09-2012, 01:09 AM	#144
KingOfJericho Brigadier General Drives: Yes Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: CT Posts: 4,241 iTrader: (1) Garage List 2010 135i Coupe [4.50]	I wouldn't worry much about the red being overwhelming or too much. I received nothing but compliments. BMW did a great job with the coral red color. It isn't easy to convey the color in photos but it's stunning in person. __________________ The views and opinions expressed in this post are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Bimmerpost. 2010 S4 Current \| 2010 BMW 135i GONE \| 2008 VW GTI SOLD \| 2006 Lotus Exige SOLD

12-09-2012, 01:30 AM	#146
mb135is First Lieutenant Drives: '13 135is Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: NJ Posts: 378 iTrader: (0)	__________________ E82 '13 135is - Space Gray/Coral Red, 6 MT, Heated Seats, 50% tint, clear bra, BMW Perf. Grilles

12-09-2012, 10:40 AM	#147
IndyMike Lieutenant Drives: 11 VO 1 M; 11 328iT; 08 R32 Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 438 iTrader: (1)	That's a very, very handsome combo right there! Here's my suggestion for mods, but since your tastes may vary take them with a grain of sugar: (1) BMW Performance diffusor - Exhaust tips stick out too far; not really a fan of CF, but you can have a reputable paint shop paint it in either gloss (if you want it to match the mirrors) or matte. You could also go with body color, but imo that would be too much. You need something to contrast with the Space gray. Many would consider it sacrilegious to paint over CF, but its your car so do what is best your own eyes. I painted over the CF CSL trunk and never regretted it (see below). Too much CF looks goofy, and too showy imo. (2) BMW Performance spoiler - I didn't do it on my 135 obviously because I went with the CSL trunk, but if you do get the Performance diffusor treat the spoiler in the same scheme so they complement one another. (3) Shadowline or matte front grills - I'd go shadowline to complement the mirrors. (4) Performance side skirts (5) Debadge I think BMW should have had some or all of 1 - 4 as standard equipment to further set the 'is' apart from the garden variety 135, but for some reason they never bothered to ask me. And as an oh-by-the-way, I'm sure you know that BMW CCA is running a special for December on Performance parts at 10% above invoice. Just something to pass on to that special loved one(s) in your life so they don't have to guess what to give you. Even as is though, it's a great looking vehicle. Props again! Attached Images __________________ Earth hear your Maker's voice, your great Redeemer own Believe, obey, rejoice and worship Him alone Cast down your pride, your sin deplore and bow before the Crucified. "Before You, Lord, We Bow" - Francis Scott Key

12-09-2012, 05:04 PM	#148
mb135is First Lieutenant Drives: '13 135is Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: NJ Posts: 378 iTrader: (0)	Great suggestions - all items I've been seriously considering! __________________ E82 '13 135is - Space Gray/Coral Red, 6 MT, Heated Seats, 50% tint, clear bra, BMW Perf. Grilles

12-10-2012, 02:45 AM	#149
TCsqüared Aütowerkes Drives: Bimmers Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: TN Posts: 17 iTrader: (0)	The new 'is' models are amazing. The headlights are quite refreshing from the previous version.

12-10-2012, 10:32 AM	#151
JClark New Member Drives: - Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: - Posts: 6 iTrader: (0)	Those is's look great.

12-12-2012, 09:38 AM	#152
Elwood74 Private Drives: 2013 135is Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: NJ Posts: 65 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2013 BMW 135is [5.00] 89 BMW 325i [0.00]	Spent the day doing the 5 boro tour yesterday. Have to say the 1er is a fantastic city car (except for the low profile wheels). Small, agile, and the power to beat out the cabbies. Bonus: Driving through the tunnels with the PE. Total eargasm.

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