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04-27-2009, 02:16 PM | #1 |
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2009 E90 M3 -> 2009 128i Thoughts
I took my car into today to the dealer to have the 1200 mile service. Even though I have not had a chance to wind the M3s (MT) engine, I had a previous 2008 model I was able to take up to 8400. Today I received a 128i with about 900 miles on it. I have to say I am very impressed with the small 3 series brother. The engine was very peppy even with an automatic. It downright felt fast and handling was great. Kudos to BMW for making a small car that maintains the typical BMW characteristics (sporty, fun to drive and exceptional handling). The 128i even seems to have some sort of 4 season tires (i.e. not very performance oriented). You all have an awesome car.
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Good thing they didn't give you a 135i or you might not give it back. Thanks for the thumbs up.
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BTW, nothing wrong with having a Honda! I sold my 2002 S2000 for my M3. I love that car and wish I had it in my stable. Luckily, my neighbor who lives about 1 mile away bought it so I can visit Very true I drove a 335i and was impressed with the power delivery. I can only imagine the same HP on a 1 series. Last edited by knifegun; 04-27-2009 at 02:40 PM.. |
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However, if I did have the time to modify the car, I would probably go the 1 series route just because I believe you can do a lot more for less money and have a ton of fun doing it. On top of that, I don't think you can ever downplay the fun factor of a low weight car with a great engine. The S2000 was no drag racer and had very little torque. However, the light weight,high revving engine and its go car feel made it a blast to drive. I would say the S2000 or the 1 series would be an excellent car to have in addition to the M3 because the 1 series has that go cart feel that you just can't get in a heavier car like the M3. So in summary, I would not trade right now but that is more situational vs. one car is better than the other. I think they are really different categories. If I did not have a family, I may consider the 1 series instead of the M3. However, since I have wanted an M3 for over a decade, I think I would have had to get the M3 out of my system first. |
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I love that BMW poster you have in the signature. E46M3 is absolutely my favorite M3 of all times. I should have bought that instead but I was afraid of out of warranty cost at the time.
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Knifegun - appreciate your response. |
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04-28-2009, 09:26 AM | #14 |
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Anytime It is funny because I have read in magazines that the 1 series is overpriced based on the competition. But based on my experience so far, I don't think there is a comparison. I believe the 1 series has a similar connected feel as my previous 2000 E46 328Ci. I don't think any of the 1 series "competition" can touch that. I think the 1 series is out of the "competitions" league and really is more of an awesome niche car rather than being a lower cost offering by BMW.
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knifegun,
Thanks for the great feedback. I got the 1 vert at this time because the kids are small enough now to handle it but when my lease is over in 2 years I'll be looking at a M3 sedan just like you as I'm going to need more space. Love the M3.
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Thanks Robert! I snagged it from the corp site when the E46 was still up there. That is always a valid fear. BMW's CPO and new extended maintenance program is bringing models into my eyesight that weren't normally there.
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BTW, my baby already has his own BMW. Here is a photo. It is a 320i E90 |
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04-28-2009, 06:13 PM | #19 |
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Glad you liked our little "mini" car. The 1 is a great car.
Interestly, that is the FIRST compliment to the 128i automatic I've seen on this site.
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I praised the 128i auto last year. Then the site changed ownership and my screen name (merlot) was gone along w/ my posts.
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