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03-24-2013, 11:50 PM | #1 |
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Questions about used 1 series
Hi Everyone,
I just purchased a new X3 about 6 months ago and am loving being part of the BMW family! My wife is now wanting to join the family herself. We have looked at used 3 series and 1 series and she seems quite keen on a 1 series. In our price bracket we are looking at most likely a 120i or 120d and a 2008-2010. Most of her driving would be short trips around town and to appointments. This is why I would probably lean toward petrol engine as I think it would be easier on the motor than on the diesel. Thoughts? Just wanting to hear some feedback on reviews and things to look/look out for with a used one as I don't know much about the 1 series. I have been reading through many posts on here but just not finding a lot of information to help me in our search. Any help would be much appreciated. Thanks! |
03-25-2013, 10:07 AM | #2 |
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I'd definitely go petrol for those short trips around town. I got a 120i and I love mine. BMW's aren't really known for fuel economy and mine averages about 9L/100km.
Mine's been problem free so can't help you with issues. Rear visibility is a bit poor for shorties like me but you get used to it. Oh and the sound system is a bit ordinary...going to upgrade that. Not a lot of Aus 1ers have idrive when I was looking for mine. If that's a must it's going to be harder to find though the newer you go the better your chances. hope that helps. Last edited by Linwe; 03-25-2013 at 10:20 AM.. |
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03-25-2013, 10:22 AM | #3 |
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I would likely go for the diesel in this case. Low end torque to make her driving around town easy and the fuel economy is excellent.
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03-26-2013, 07:23 AM | #4 |
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Okay I lied, so been to the dealer today and I've got oil leaks. Petrol BMWs ALL get oil leaks >_>
Anyway, apparently the N47 diesel engine has timing chain and clutch issues and generally seems more problem prone on the forums. Test out both and see which she prefers. |
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