US 1M Product Bulletin Indicates Limited Production and Other Ordering Info

[Jblack4083]

I think that with the idea of them offering a lower entry point into the ///M division, it will not be limited in number but more in run, allowing them to gauge interest in such a vehicle and plan out the next one.

[MikesBMW]

Originally Posted by 335audioman

1M Coupe is the perfect car to lease.

can you explain? would it have a much higher residual?

[Technic]

Originally Posted by 335audioman

This car isn't really about class though...it's about pure performance. Not sure how others feel, but I definitely don't associate tan interiors with sports cars. I think of luxury cars.

[Technic]

Originally Posted by GrFa

Does anyone else think there will be huge customer demand for more exterior colors and a sunroof? I understand the weight savings, exclusivity, and production streamlining advantages, but I see many potential customers and M fans turned away.

I don't see the orange interior (and exterior) treatment being to most people's tastes.

My guess is that any other 1M exterior or interior color choices can be easily -and expensively- taken care of by Individual.

[Evan135]

Originally Posted by GrFa

Does anyone else think there will be huge customer demand for more exterior colors and a sunroof? I understand the weight savings, exclusivity, and production streamlining advantages, but I see many potential customers and M fans turned away.

I don't see the orange interior (and exterior) treatment being to most people's tastes.

I agree, I need a sunroof and blue to make me a buyer. A focused E30 M3 replacement with premium pkg? The E30 M3 had a sunroof available. Strange choices.

[Evan135]

Originally Posted by 335audioman

I don't think any true M fan will be turned away because of lack of color options or a sunroof. Neither of those things has to do with the driving dynamics of the car, so i can't see how that could influence true M fans...

Now, the lack of a "unique" M engine in the car might turn M fans off, which is totally understandable.

I disagree. If you are really a "M person" you would then have to tear out the AC, audio system, and rear seat and track it only. This is a street car first. If you want to race there are many true track cars available and will be more fun there.

Wanting attractive colors in the year 2011 and a sunroof for street driving is not unreasonible. Why does BMW think Sat and idrive add to the driving experience more than a sunroof?

[Spartikus]

Originally Posted by Evan135

I disagree. If you are really a "M person" you would then have to tear out the AC, audio system, and rear seat and track it only. This is a street car first. If you want to race there are many true track cars available and will be more fun there.

Wanting attractive colors in the year 2011 and a sunroof for street driving is not unreasonible. Why does BMW think Sat and idrive add to the driving experience more than a sunroof?

Weight, Weight, Weight.

[LeifW]

While the lack of a sunroof won't stop me from being the car, I would've liked to have it as an available option. Sometimes it's nice just to crack the sunroof to get some air. On glorious fall days, it's nice to go for a cruise with the windows and sunrood open. Like I said, it won't stop me from buying the car.


Leif W.

[twin fed]

I will say that I had an Integra Type R prior to my 135i, it had no sunroof either. I was definately glad that 1er did have one and I would like one in the ///M, but it would not stop me from buying the car. And personally like the Type R that only had two color choices, yellow and black. I dont mind that there are only three choices. I have a white 1er and would probably get it again in white. Does anybody know if they are going to charge more for the Valencia Orange?

[pyrat]

Originally Posted by LeifW

While the lack of a sunroof won't stop me from being the car, I would've liked to have it as an available option. Sometimes it's nice just to crack the sunroof to get some air. On glorious fall days, it's nice to go for a cruise with the windows and sunrood open. Like I said, it won't stop me from buying the car.


Leif W.

+1. This car is very unique, very performance oriented. The fact it is manual only, light weight, compact and has the M treatment are a welcome step backwards from the e92 M3 and many modern sports cars. So many are "all in", including me, and lack of a sunroof or color options is not going to matter.

[technik330]

Originally Posted by twin fed

I will say that I had an Integra Type R prior to my 135i, it had no sunroof either. I was definately glad that 1er did have one and I would like one in the ///M, but it would not stop me from buying the car. And personally like the Type R that only had two color choices, yellow and black. I dont mind that there are only three choices. I have a white 1er and would probably get it again in white. Does anybody know if they are going to charge more for the Valencia Orange?

Don't forget the US Spec ITR also in White, Championship White.

[penny]

I like the fact that when I do see another 1M on the road, I can give him/her a thumbs-up for being a crazy nut -- for driving a pure, enthusiast car despite the limited options.

For everyone else, thumbs-up too. Drive what you like.

[takashin]

I'm exciting the car doesn't have a sunroof, you get a little more room for hemet clearance. Though a hand crank roof would be sweet.

[cracka]

Originally Posted by twin fed

Does anybody know if they are going to charge more for the Valencia Orange?

Can't recall where I saw, but it looks like it'll be just the same old $550 charge for the 2 metallic colors (Sapphire Black and Valencia Orange). No other upcharge.

[twin fed]

Originally Posted by technik330

Don't forget the US Spec ITR also in White, Championship White.

Only in 96, 97, 98.

[technik330]

Originally Posted by twin fed

Only in 96, 97, 98.

I had a B18C5 shortblock in my first EM1 Si, it revved all damn day

[M2audioman]

Originally Posted by MB135i

can you explain? would it have a much higher residual?

Couple of reasons...

It's an M car, so maintenance past 50K miles will be pricey

It's based on an older design/car, so at the end of a 3 year lease, there will probably be a new 1M out for me to hop into. Plus, the 1 series design will be about 7 years old at that point...

I don't trust the N54 yet, so owning the car out of warranty isn't really an option.

Ultimately, I do want to jump into a new M3, so this car would be the perfect transition into one if I lease this.

Basically, I don't plan on keeping the car more than 3 years, so leasing makes sense for me on this one. Assuming the the residuals/money factors aren't terrible. I would expect residuals to be around 58-60% on these with a money factor at the standard 0.00230 to start...probably will get better closer to December 2011..Just guesses, but seems reasonable.

[M2audioman]

Originally Posted by Evan135

Why does BMW think Sat and idrive add to the driving experience more than a sunroof?

Because BMW sells a lot more M3 Coupes with Sat and idrive than they do with sunroofs. The M coupe audience really hasn't shown an interest in one, so BMW doesn't see a need to offer it.

[M2audioman]

Originally Posted by Technic

Looks more "luxurious" to me than it does sporty. A black interior would have been better imo. Tan just changes the look and feel of an interior towards a luxury bias in my opinion. Again. Just my opinion. I'd never buy any sports car with a tan interior. I'm sure others might though.

[PyratOne]

Originally Posted by 335audioman

Looks more "luxurious" to me than it does sporty. A black interior would have been better imo. Tan just changes the look and feel of an interior towards a luxury bias in my opinion. Again. Just my opinion. I'd never buy any sports car with a tan interior. I'm sure others might though.

yeah, as always its subjective. I personally dont like the tan interior, its too 'luxury' for me. Just opinion. I dunno, I see the 1M as a car thats gonna get tracked, tossed, flogged a bit. Thats dirty business. That tan interior is gorgeous, but would get beat up.

Sort of like wearing a tan camel-hair coat (and scarf) to football tailgate.

[MikesBMW]

Originally Posted by 335audioman

Couple of reasons...

It's an M car, so maintenance past 50K miles will be pricey

It's based on an older design/car, so at the end of a 3 year lease, there will probably be a new 1M out for me to hop into. Plus, the 1 series design will be about 7 years old at that point...

I don't trust the N54 yet, so owning the car out of warranty isn't really an option.

Ultimately, I do want to jump into a new M3, so this car would be the perfect transition into one if I lease this.

Basically, I don't plan on keeping the car more than 3 years, so leasing makes sense for me on this one. Assuming the the residuals/money factors aren't terrible. I would expect residuals to be around 58-60% on these with a money factor at the standard 0.00230 to start...probably will get better closer to December 2011..Just guesses, but seems reasonable.

hmm maybe ill consider that too, wonder how long till they release official info about lease deals

[M3 Adjuster]

Originally Posted by pyrat

+1. This car is very unique, very performance oriented. The fact it is manual only, light weight, compact and has the M treatment are a welcome step backwards from the e92 M3 and many modern sports cars. So many are "all in", including me, and lack of a sunroof or color options is not going to matter.

+ 1 million

if you simply have to have a sunroof, then get/keep a 135..

This car is an Enthusiast car... and meant to be a track day car.... Sure. originally. most will see street duty..
but like all M3s, many will eventually be track cars. No having to search for a non sunroof car... no having to
try and fill in the roof when the car becomes a race car.... hooray!