What would you buy to replace your 1 series?

[FrostyDC4]

Just curious is it easy to source new parts (mostly new interior pieces) for older BMW cars? I would like to keep my 1er for a long time but I am scared that it will be hard to find replacement parts.

[Esteban]

Originally Posted by FrostyDC4

Just curious is it easy to source new parts (mostly new interior pieces) for older BMW cars? I would like to keep my 1er for a long time but I am scared that it will be hard to find replacement parts.

Good question. I'd like to know this as well.

[Oregon]

Originally Posted by Oregon

An E46 M3, this one...

I do miss the frenetic acceleration of the 135i from 0-50. Though the M3 is only a few tenths behind at 50, it pulls steadily through 140, whereby, I noticed the speedo, lost courage...

Having said that, the acceleration of the 135i from 0-50 was unforgettable!

[Thunderguts]

Originally Posted by FrostyDC4

Just curious is it easy to source new parts (mostly new interior pieces) for older BMW cars? I would like to keep my 1er for a long time but I am scared that it will be hard to find replacement parts.

I've found what I needed so far. It was easy for me to find a new accessory tray, radio knobs, etc. I'm undecided if I want to replace my center console, but I've found a few new ones for sale in the US. There will always be a decent supply of parts given that the 1 series was much prevalent in Europe, but you may need to import them.

M Performance parts are becoming harder to find and may no longer be available soon. Some dealers still have them, even at a discount, but I bet in another 5 years you won't be able to source new M parts.

[pepper135I]

Only thing that excites me under 100k would be an m2 or m3.

[dmcM2C]

I wish I could swing one of the new 2018 M2's still sitting on lots but I'm trying to be a tad more responsible and wait to pay down some other debt first.

[Rocmit]

I was planning on converting my 135 to 1M but ended up getting an 911 GT3 . I will probably keep the 135i as DD since I need some backseats

[TridenTBoy]

Originally Posted by Rocmit

I was planning on converting my 135 to 1M but ended up getting an 911 GT3 . I will probably keep the 135i as DD since I need some backseats

Someone had their options vest - lol.

I've been thinking of ditching the 135is more and more lately. Sadly, I've also decided that I just can't go back to a coupe. I have to keep with the convertible life! I drive with it down every day (even if it's 30's or 40's out - it's down!). I had a good reason for why I bought this car a couple years ago and I guess I can't find another one to match it (for a reasonable cost, anyway). I considered maybe an M4 convertible but it just looks big and even heavier. I'm already not enthusiastic about how much weight the 135is is with a convertible top - lol.

I'm looking into more power mods for the 135is instead. See if I can get another 80-100hp.

[low135]

Originally Posted by TridenTBoy

Someone had their options vest - lol.

I've been thinking of ditching the 135is more and more lately. Sadly, I've also decided that I just can't go back to a coupe. I have to keep with the convertible life! I drive with it down every day (even if it's 30's or 40's out - it's down!). I had a good reason for why I bought this car a couple years ago and I guess I can't find another one to match it (for a reasonable cost, anyway). I considered maybe an M4 convertible but it just looks big and even heavier. I'm already not enthusiastic about how much weight the 135is is with a convertible top - lol.

I'm looking into more power mods for the 135is instead. See if I can get another 80-100hp.

My top is down most days as well. Hard to say what I'd even consider getting in the convertible world that I'd enjoy. R8 Spyder? I'd be settling for one with decent miles on a V8 but that would be fun still

[Rocmit]

Originally Posted by TridenTBoy

Someone had their options vest - lol.

I've been thinking of ditching the 135is more and more lately. Sadly, I've also decided that I just can't go back to a coupe. I have to keep with the convertible life! I drive with it down every day (even if it's 30's or 40's out - it's down!). I had a good reason for why I bought this car a couple years ago and I guess I can't find another one to match it (for a reasonable cost, anyway). I considered maybe an M4 convertible but it just looks big and even heavier. I'm already not enthusiastic about how much weight the 135is is with a convertible top - lol.

I'm looking into more power mods for the 135is instead. See if I can get another 80-100hp.

It’s fairly easy and cheap to get more power on 135, if u are still stock. Also, have u upgraded your suspension components? Cosmetic mods? If u haven’t done any of that, i would suggest to do it one step at a time, slowly. Over my course of ownership, the car would become less special to me as a daily driver. However, every time i upgraded something i fall in love with the car again because it felt different every time. Try it!

[Lucky1]

Originally Posted by Rocmit

It's fairly easy and cheap to get more power on 135, if u are still stock. Also, have u upgraded your suspension components? Cosmetic mods? If u haven't done any of that, i would suggest to do it one step at a time, slowly. Over my course of ownership, the car would become less special to me as a daily driver. However, every time i upgraded something i fall in love with the car again because it felt different every time. Try it!

Yes keep it. 135is vert is a special car. I have a Z4M Roady and I completely understand the top down life. You get more space when the top is up and there's a back seat. For a vert with a back seat its just the right size, not too big, not too small and you get hydraulic steering, RWD and twin turbo power inline 6 to boot. You can't get that combination today in a current production car I don't think.

[Warhammer]

Another 1er or an E30 M3 or an E30 325 IS. The E46 M3 would keep me up at night wondering about subframe issues.

[tock172]

M2 prices are dropping nicely, especially for low mileage cars that are still under their original warranty coverage, but not certified.

I said I wouldn't shell out for the same drivetrain I have now (N55+DCT), but I'm a big fan of Long Beach Blue.

[Havocsteve]

Well it's time for me to move on soon as well. I absolutely loved owning my old 87 E30 325is, it's what made me get the 11 135i without even thinking about it. But after owning this 1er since 26,000km and having to replace the VVT servo and such, I'm beginning to resent my purchase. Looking at going to completely different way and step into a new 19 Ram Rebel. Thinking I can buy a boat of something and tow it around ect. I'll forever miss just driving for fun but I need a worry free vehicle that could do so much more. The Ram Rebel looks gorgeous and can have a lot of fun with it, also in a few years when the lady pops out our first kid I won't have to worry about "room".

[rowsdower]

Originally Posted by Havocsteve

Well it's time for me to move on soon as well. I absolutely loved owning my old 87 E30 325is, it's what made me get the 11 135i without even thinking about it. But after owning this 1er since 26,000km and having to replace the VVT servo and such, I'm beginning to resent my purchase. Looking at going to completely different way and step into a new 19 Ram Rebel. Thinking I can buy a boat of something and tow it around ect. I'll forever miss just driving for fun but I need a worry free vehicle that could do so much more. The Ram Rebel looks gorgeous and can have a lot of fun with it, also in a few years when the lady pops out our first kid I won't have to worry about "room".

You are thinking of buying an FCA vehicle for the reliability? Recent dependability rankings generally have most FCA brands ranked toward the bottom. Here is the most recent truck dependability ranking from JD Power below. I was in almost the exact same boat a year ago and I bought a Tacoma, and kept the 1er as my fun car. FWIW the Taco drives like absolute shit, it’s the worst driving vehicle I’ve ever owned by far, but the build quality is excellent, they have a reputation of being extremely reliable and they have the highest resale value of any vehicle. I would imagine the Ram will also drive like crap but will be in the shop more and resale will plummet. Everyone has their own priorities but I wouldn’t be looking at a Ram if I were fed up with my current vehicle’s reliability.

https://www.jdpower.com/cars/ratings...endable-trucks

https://jalopnik.com/the-best-resale...1NdklGeEZQaTA.

[Gangplank]

If I could afford it one of these.
Retro-Mod 2002 built from 135i https://www.1addicts.com/forums/show....php?t=1570858

[Havocsteve]

Originally Posted by rowsdower

You are thinking of buying an FCA vehicle for the reliability? Recent dependability rankings generally have most FCA brands ranked toward the bottom. Here is the most recent truck dependability ranking from JD Power below. I was in almost the exact same boat a year ago and I bought a Tacoma, and kept the 1er as my fun car. FWIW the Taco drives like absolute shit, it’s the worst driving vehicle I’ve ever owned by far, but the build quality is excellent, they have a reputation of being extremely reliable and they have the highest resale value of any vehicle. I would imagine the Ram will also drive like crap but will be in the shop more and resale will plummet. Everyone has their own priorities but I wouldn’t be looking at a Ram if I were fed up with my current vehicle’s reliability.

https://www.jdpower.com/cars/ratings...endable-trucks

https://jalopnik.com/the-best-resale...1NdklGeEZQaTA.

I dunno man. My father has owned nothing but chevy and dodge trucks. He made the switch to dodge long ago and hasn't looked back at all. His 14' ram 1500 has had 0 issues and only had recalls done. They have the best looking and have the most features in its class, so it's kind of hard to beat. I know toyota is reliable but the interior is still stuck in the early 80's.

[Bodie217]

Considering trading both the 135i and X5 50i in for a CPO 2018 X5M, once my X5 warranty is up next year.

If I had more money I'd get the X5M and a 2017+ Z06. I've grown tired of the inline 6 after driving the V8TT daily.

[desertman123]

Certainly not one of BMW's latest abominations.

[Thunderguts]

Originally Posted by Bodie217

I've grown tired of the inline 6 after driving the V8TT daily.

I had the opposite reaction. I still enjoy the V8 power in my Mustang and there's a certain attraction to effortless torque, but I missed the dramatics of a smaller engine like my old Honda V-TEC. I like an engine that makes me work for it. It feels more engaging to me. That's why I picked up a 128i and love every minute of driving it.

[duder13]

Originally Posted by Thunderguts

I had the opposite reaction. I still enjoy the V8 power in my Mustang and there's a certain attraction to effortless torque, but I missed the dramatics of a smaller engine like my old Honda V-TEC. I like an engine that makes me work for it. It feels more engaging to me. That's why I picked up a 128i and love every minute of driving it.

Going from a base 987 Cayman (240hp) to the 135i (350hp,) I hear you, and I like both in different ways. That's why I'd love to see MHD make a tune that essentially turns off the turbos, so I can occasionally drive in "NA mode," if possible.

[xQx]

Originally Posted by duder13

Going from a base 987 Cayman (240hp) to the 135i (350hp,) I hear you, and I like both in different ways. That's why I'd love to see MHD make a tune that essentially turns off the turbos, so I can occasionally drive in "NA mode," if possible.

get a second hand JB4, then use map 6 with target values of 0psi across the rev range.

I use that for about a month when one of my turbos broke, it works exactly as you'd expect.

It's funny, I've really enjoyed driving my 135i over the last few months with a max achievable boost of about 4psi, it's a lot easier to drive hard because you don't have to be so judicious with the throttle.