12-29-2011, 07:20 PM | #23 |
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Steet: Modded 135i pulls aside of me on the freeway and tries to race me. After he notice I did not want to race, he rolls his window down and screamed something out of his car I could not understand. Takes off on me one more time with his emergency lights flashing
Dealer: Long Beach BMW is retarded period. Saying my 1M had modified rear over fenders. The shop foreman came out, 35 yr veteran, and said "Yes, this car definitely is modified, it doesn't look anything like the 1M we had on our show room". He then goes alone by saying he owns a 135i and knows what the car is suppose to look like. I LEAVE PISSED Seems like ever time I go to the dealer, no one has seen this car. Everyone usually thinks its a modded 135i If you dont want a dealer comparing you 1M to a 135i here in socal, go to Newport BMW. |
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12-29-2011, 07:24 PM | #24 |
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BMW guys seem pretty cool to nod their heads or give a thumbs up. One guy said "I love you"... Well whatever.
Non-BMW guys go gorillas and Chase you down in hopes you are going to race them; often they are Breaking a lot of traffic laws in the process. Punk kids are the worse... One guy chased my girlfriend and I down the hwy, stuck his tongue out, and licked his driver side window... Another whatever situation. Pick-ups: these guys really have negative reaction to my 1m passing them... Often resulting in unsuccessful road-rage. In sum: it is a mixed bag |
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12-29-2011, 10:05 PM | #29 |
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The question is weird because isn't a 1M a 1-series too? In any case, for almost 6 months I was a "1-series owner" with a pipe dream of owning a 1M. The few times I saw a 1M in person before I got my allocation I was ecstatic. I've owned an obviously modded 135 for many years in the DC area and never got a thumbs up/wave/smile from anyone, let alone other 135 owners. During the few weeks I've had my 1M it's been the same.
Honestly, if you bought the 1M to get attention from others then you bought the wrong car. I think we all need to realize this forum is a bubble and that most of the people in the real world have no clue what a 1M is, including the 99% of BMW owners who are not members of this forum. That said, with the kind of attention/hateration being described in this thread I'm glad noone notices me around here... |
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12-29-2011, 10:21 PM | #30 |
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it's not about attention, never really cared about it, but it's just simply wrong comparing 128i and an 1M... don't get me wrong 128i maybe a good car, but not even the same league. Around here 135i is as rare as an 1M, in fact I saw 135i about the same count of times as I saw 1M(s).
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12-30-2011, 12:58 AM | #33 |
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i have only ever seen one single 135i vert (bmw dealer show car) and one e82 123d with all performance parts (some attorney) around here
due to high base prices and our ridiculously high monthly engine tax these are very exclusive cars where i live other than that 1series people mostly drive a hatchback 118d or 120d so i cant comprehend these 135vs discussions so far most 1series drivers recognize the 1M they slow down and check it out - some even smiled and waved
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12-30-2011, 04:12 AM | #34 |
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On the first day I got my car an e46 m3 downshifted next to me to race with thumbs up, but didn't. Seen an e46 3 series coupe take a glance and thumbs up and another e46 m3 ask about the car at a red light. I don't really notice anyone unless they take an effort to be noticed. All that really matters is that you love your car ... and that I truly do. I stare and admire my car more than anyone that passes by
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12-30-2011, 08:35 AM | #35 |
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The 1M must have some sort of secret magnet on board: some cars behind you seem to glue to the 1M's rear end, and when overtaking you at cruising speed, keep sticking on the side for a moment or two, as if they struggle to pass by. How bizarre.
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Hence my careful wording of "other 1-Series people" in the title.
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12-30-2011, 09:57 AM | #37 |
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Please note that my OP was not meant to be divisive. It was simply to survey the excitement that the 1M has brought to the BMW community overall.
I used to get a lot of attention in my M3, although getting attention was never my intention. But the 1M's rarity and distinct design has attracted enthusiasts in a very positive and exciting way. I feel privileged to be in the driver's seat of this instant legend. .
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12-30-2011, 06:35 PM | #41 |
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Though I agree with you 100%, this is a battle better left alone given the amount of 135i drivers in denial. I come from a 135i and I have verified that my 1M blows the 135i out of the water
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12-30-2011, 07:45 PM | #42 |
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Only saw one 1M on the roads so far, but I threw a thumbs up. I stole my sisters lexus for the day so I doubt I was noticed.
Usually when I compliment M owners, I'm ignored, snubbed, or even attempted to be provoked into a race. Only a few times have I had a positive reaction. But that's the M3/M5 guys. Met a couple 1M owners in person and you're all great guys (though some on here seem to have big heads ). We are all enthusiasts in the 1er community, so why can't we all be friends?
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12-30-2011, 07:46 PM | #43 |
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Comparing manufacturers' published times versus actual test times is a moot point.
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12-30-2011, 08:23 PM | #44 |
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Well, not a 1 series driver, but I do a silent WOOHOO! every time I see one. Love seeing them on the road, and in general I always notice and pay more attention to a 1series on the road. Next time someone gives you a woohoo, pleas give him a ride ;-)
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