1M as a DD

spoon · 09-14-2011, 04:30 PM

A question for all those who have gotten there cars. Anyone using it as a DD? If so how's it going? I would like to use mine as a DD .Just looking for some feed back, like comfort,mpg,etc

woojae2001 · 09-14-2011, 05:00 PM

I'm going to be using mine as a daily driver as it is my only car - got rid of my E93 M3 - picking it up tomorrow! It will be perfect unless you have back problems and need a particularly soft ride. If you track or are into any sort of performance driving there will be no issue in terms of daily driver comfort and amenities. In fact I would think it's a better daily driver than the M3 (minus the lack of EDC but I already mentioned that with the ride comment)

people see close to 26mpg's on highway. obviously depends on your foot.

rogbmw · 09-14-2011, 05:22 PM

Mine is a DD. Just turned over 900 miles, so just breaking it in. Quite a difference from the SUV

Sy546 · 09-14-2011, 05:44 PM

drove a friends extensively... For me it's a very comfortable DD. But I also DD'ed a supercharged S2000 with a full track suspension... So my point of view might be a little skewed.

But my dad thought it was an ok DD, though he hates small cars and didn't like the smaller cabin space.

fastauto · 09-14-2011, 06:11 PM

mine is a dd and i have over 4500miles on the clock. very easy to drive on a daily basis

clived · 09-14-2011, 06:14 PM

DD for me. I did an experiment the other day to see how good I could get the economy. Managed 29.4mpg driving relatively carefully for 165 miles, cruising at 80 on the cruise control. Guess could dip over 30 if I'd cruised a little slower. Incuded about 10 miles total off the motorway, and having to slow down a couple of time for roadworks.

sean67 · 09-14-2011, 06:50 PM

I am at 2,200 miles as my DD and the car is great. I love the ride, look, performance, handling, and getting 23-24 MPG in combined driving with a daily redline romp on nice curvey stretch of road.

spoon · 09-14-2011, 07:48 PM

Great feed back. Thanks for the info, it's much appreaciated. Just a few more weeks . I can' wait.

sparoz · 09-14-2011, 07:58 PM

I had mine for about 3300km (2000miles), and I get better fuel economy in the long runs than the 135i. As I see you currently have a 330ci, it should be on par with that in terms of milage.

Ride is on par than the RFT equipped 125i my wife still has, but a little bit more road noise, but not unbearable. If you do long runs on the freeway at around 110km, the drone can get annoying, but my DD routine includes only a 5-10 minute run and it is fine.

Texas F1 · 09-14-2011, 09:59 PM

I picked up my car at the end of August and have been using it as a daily driver. I have a little over 1400 miles on it (most of it was the commute back from Nashville to Central Texas). It's the most comfortable car I've owned. I drive into Austin about 3 or 4 days a week and my 60 mile round trip commute is much quicker than it used to be.

josephvman · 09-15-2011, 12:14 PM

I've been using mine for a DD for three weeks. My previous DD was an '07 335i coupe sport pkg.

The 1M has a much firmer ride, and with the short wheelbase it's right on the border of what I can deal with as a DD. I live in the center of Houston, and our streets are a disaster, made even worse by this summer's heat and drought, which is literally changing them by the day. We have a lot of heavily crowned roads, which means steep entries into parking lots and driveways, and I was really worried that I'd be constantly scaping the nose of the car and bottoming it, but I've been pretty careful and it hasn't been a problem. It was a constant issue with the 335i, but I think the shorter wheelbase and front overhang are an advantage for the 1M. The nose is very aggressive looking, but it's not particularly low compared to a regular 335i coupe or a Cayman.

The 1M is a little more upright and easier to get in and out of, and the doors are shorter, which is good for me since my garage space is at a premium with two cars and five motorcycles. I think the lack of a sunroof helps with interior heat as compared to the 335i.

My 335i was dead stock, but the motor was very strong. In terms of outright power I think there's very little difference between them. I've driven a recent 335i, and it didn't have nearly the snap that my '07 has.

About the only thing that I've found consistently annoying about the 1M is the air-conditioning. The system is extremely loud with the fan on max, which is most of the time down here. It's virtually impossible to talk on the phone with Bluetooth without turning the fan to the lowest setting. The dash vents project straight up, and I can't get them set to blow air directly at me. It would also be nice if there was a cover for the storage bin in front of the shifter, someplace to throw change into.

I don't miss the seatbelt-assist arms from the 335i; they were very annoying and have broken twice.

v1k0d3n · 09-15-2011, 12:21 PM

mine will be a mildly used DD. i live downtown and work from home 90% of the time.

Shost · 09-15-2011, 02:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by josephvman

It would also be nice if there was a cover for the storage bin in front of the shifter, someplace to throw change into.

There is a small bin to the right next to the steering column on the lower facia on my RHD car. Has a rubber lining. Only discovered it after a good look.

Is this not on LHD?

Das Ein · 09-15-2011, 02:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shost

There is a small bin to the right next to the steering column on the lower facia on my RHD car. Has a rubber lining. Only discovered it after a good look.

Is this not on LHD?

Not here in the good ol' US of A. We dont get the extra storage bin. However, left-hand drive 1er's in other countries get the bin.

Romo · 09-15-2011, 02:31 PM

Verry nice and easy DD, like all other ///M`s ( I have driven a E46 M3, E92 M3 and now for 1 month the 1M) The E92 M3, due to long wheelbase, a little more comfortable I would say, E46 M3 and 1M are on par.

I commute about 20km, about a 20 minute drive. What is most eye catching; The 1M realy needs more time to heat up, the E92 M3 was far more quicker at race temperature.

diegorst · 09-15-2011, 08:01 PM

Even with the speed bumps and potholes all around town in Lima, I find the 1M perfectly adequate for DD. I've had it for 5 days now, and have driven it for about 450kms so far and I was actually surprised by the smooth ride, I was expecting a much harsher ride but it's amazing!
I'm sure you'll like it for DD!
Cheers

rad doc · 09-15-2011, 08:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by josephvman

I've been using mine for a DD for three weeks. My previous DD was an '07 335i coupe sport pkg.

The 1M has a much firmer ride, and with the short wheelbase it's right on the border of what I can deal with as a DD. I live in the center of Houston, and our streets are a disaster, made even worse by this summer's heat and drought, which is literally changing them by the day. We have a lot of heavily crowned roads, which means steep entries into parking lots and driveways, and I was really worried that I'd be constantly scaping the nose of the car and bottoming it, but I've been pretty careful and it hasn't been a problem. It was a constant issue with the 335i, but I think the shorter wheelbase and front overhang are an advantage for the 1M. The nose is very aggressive looking, but it's not particularly low compared to a regular 335i coupe or a Cayman.

The 1M is a little more upright and easier to get in and out of, and the doors are shorter, which is good for me since my garage space is at a premium with two cars and five motorcycles. I think the lack of a sunroof helps with interior heat as compared to the 335i.

My 335i was dead stock, but the motor was very strong. In terms of outright power I think there's very little difference between them. I've driven a recent 335i, and it didn't have nearly the snap that my '07 has.

About the only thing that I've found consistently annoying about the 1M is the air-conditioning. The system is extremely loud with the fan on max, which is most of the time down here. It's virtually impossible to talk on the phone with Bluetooth without turning the fan to the lowest setting. The dash vents project straight up, and I can't get them set to blow air directly at me. It would also be nice if there was a cover for the storage bin in front of the shifter, someplace to throw change into.

I don't miss the seatbelt-assist arms from the 335i; they were very annoying and have broken twice.

See different strokes for different folks! I also live in Houston and the ride doesn't bother me the slightest, even thought of suspension upgrade even if it meant a firmer ride. Nobody can tell you if you will like as a DD but yourself

Franklin Joseph · 09-15-2011, 08:46 PM

I too am a Houstonian, and i have suspension and driving in the city doesnt bother me. Its a very subjective subject on how rough the car is.

I do not daily drive the car, and the main reason i dont is i hate driving a manual in Houston traffic (plus i keep miles off the car).

The car is very easy to drive, and surprisingly spacious. My friend drove my car and i sat in the back seat and there's quite a bit of leg room (both of us are 5'11)

I'm averaging 18mpg (driving once a week to the city - traffic, and to grocery store etc)

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woojae2001 Private 18 Rep 71 Posts Drives: E82 1M, E93 M3, E46 323i Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Fremont, CA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 Smart ForTwo P ... [10.00] 2011 E82 BMW 1M [7.84]	I'm going to be using mine as a daily driver as it is my only car - got rid of my E93 M3 - picking it up tomorrow! It will be perfect unless you have back problems and need a particularly soft ride. If you track or are into any sort of performance driving there will be no issue in terms of daily driver comfort and amenities. In fact I would think it's a better daily driver than the M3 (minus the lack of EDC but I already mentioned that with the ride comment) people see close to 26mpg's on highway. obviously depends on your foot.
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rogbmw Second Lieutenant 31 Rep 272 Posts Drives: Alpina B12 5.0 Join Date: May 2011 Location: Florida iTrader: (0)	Mine is a DD. Just turned over 900 miles, so just breaking it in. Quite a difference from the SUV
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Sy546 Captain 45 Rep 700 Posts Drives: S2000, 718 Spyder, E92 M3 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Long Island iTrader: (0)	drove a friends extensively... For me it's a very comfortable DD. But I also DD'ed a supercharged S2000 with a full track suspension... So my point of view might be a little skewed. But my dad thought it was an ok DD, though he hates small cars and didn't like the smaller cabin space.
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fastauto Captain 26 Rep 672 Posts Drives: AW 1M Coupe Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Long Island, NY iTrader: (0)	mine is a dd and i have over 4500miles on the clock. very easy to drive on a daily basis
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clived Captain 39 Rep 812 Posts Drives: Evolved 1M Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	DD for me. I did an experiment the other day to see how good I could get the economy. Managed 29.4mpg driving relatively carefully for 165 miles, cruising at 80 on the cruise control. Guess could dip over 30 if I'd cruised a little slower. Incuded about 10 miles total off the motorway, and having to slow down a couple of time for roadworks. __________________ 2019+ BSM M2C 2011-2012: VO 1M Coupe, many toys, Evolve Stage 3. 2008-2011: 135i M Sport Le Mans Blue / Lemon / HGSL. Evolve OBD remap - 390bhp. Also in the family: X3 M40d / Audi S4 (V8)
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sean67 Private 4 Rep 53 Posts Drives: VO 1M Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: NC iTrader: (0)	I am at 2,200 miles as my DD and the car is great. I love the ride, look, performance, handling, and getting 23-24 MPG in combined driving with a daily redline romp on nice curvey stretch of road.
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09-14-2011, 07:48 PM	#8
spoon Private First Class 2 Rep 111 Posts Drives: AW 1///m Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: nj iTrader: (0)	Great feed back. Thanks for the info, it's much appreaciated. Just a few more weeks . I can' wait.
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sparoz Brigadier General 191 Rep 4,848 Posts Drives: VO 1///M; Macan Turbo Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Sunshine Coast iTrader: (0)	I had mine for about 3300km (2000miles), and I get better fuel economy in the long runs than the 135i. As I see you currently have a 330ci, it should be on par with that in terms of milage. Ride is on par than the RFT equipped 125i my wife still has, but a little bit more road noise, but not unbearable. If you do long runs on the freeway at around 110km, the drone can get annoying, but my DD routine includes only a 5-10 minute run and it is fine. __________________ Macan S Diesel - Carrera White Macan Turbo - White 1///M - Valencia Orange
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Texas F1 1M Owner 36 Rep 239 Posts Drives: Lotus Evora 410, BMW 1M, Z4 Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Leander, TX iTrader: (1)	I picked up my car at the end of August and have been using it as a daily driver. I have a little over 1400 miles on it (most of it was the commute back from Nashville to Central Texas). It's the most comfortable car I've owned. I drive into Austin about 3 or 4 days a week and my 60 mile round trip commute is much quicker than it used to be.
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josephvman Private First Class 25 Rep 154 Posts Drives: 2011 1M Valencia Orange Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: TX iTrader: (0)	I've been using mine for a DD for three weeks. My previous DD was an '07 335i coupe sport pkg. The 1M has a much firmer ride, and with the short wheelbase it's right on the border of what I can deal with as a DD. I live in the center of Houston, and our streets are a disaster, made even worse by this summer's heat and drought, which is literally changing them by the day. We have a lot of heavily crowned roads, which means steep entries into parking lots and driveways, and I was really worried that I'd be constantly scaping the nose of the car and bottoming it, but I've been pretty careful and it hasn't been a problem. It was a constant issue with the 335i, but I think the shorter wheelbase and front overhang are an advantage for the 1M. The nose is very aggressive looking, but it's not particularly low compared to a regular 335i coupe or a Cayman. The 1M is a little more upright and easier to get in and out of, and the doors are shorter, which is good for me since my garage space is at a premium with two cars and five motorcycles. I think the lack of a sunroof helps with interior heat as compared to the 335i. My 335i was dead stock, but the motor was very strong. In terms of outright power I think there's very little difference between them. I've driven a recent 335i, and it didn't have nearly the snap that my '07 has. About the only thing that I've found consistently annoying about the 1M is the air-conditioning. The system is extremely loud with the fan on max, which is most of the time down here. It's virtually impossible to talk on the phone with Bluetooth without turning the fan to the lowest setting. The dash vents project straight up, and I can't get them set to blow air directly at me. It would also be nice if there was a cover for the storage bin in front of the shifter, someplace to throw change into. I don't miss the seatbelt-assist arms from the 335i; they were very annoying and have broken twice.
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v1k0d3n Captain 92 Rep 965 Posts Drives: M2C /// (and x3 for the wife) Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Charlotte, NC iTrader: (0)	mine will be a mildly used DD. i live downtown and work from home 90% of the time.
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Romo Lieutenant Colonel 1759 Rep 1,668 Posts Drives: GR Yaris GT4RS Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: The Netherlands iTrader: (0)	Verry nice and easy DD, like all other ///M`s ( I have driven a E46 M3, E92 M3 and now for 1 month the 1M) The E92 M3, due to long wheelbase, a little more comfortable I would say, E46 M3 and 1M are on par. I commute about 20km, about a 20 minute drive. What is most eye catching; The 1M realy needs more time to heat up, the E92 M3 was far more quicker at race temperature.
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diegorst Private First Class 16 Rep 153 Posts Drives: ‘11 BSM 1M \| ‘14 Caterham 485S Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Lima, Peru iTrader: (0)	Even with the speed bumps and potholes all around town in Lima, I find the 1M perfectly adequate for DD. I've had it for 5 days now, and have driven it for about 450kms so far and I was actually surprised by the smooth ride, I was expecting a much harsher ride but it's amazing! I'm sure you'll like it for DD! Cheers __________________ Diego RdS - Lima, Perú 2011 /// 1M Coupe - BSM
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Franklin Joseph Captain 57 Rep 820 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Texas iTrader: (1)	I too am a Houstonian, and i have suspension and driving in the city doesnt bother me. Its a very subjective subject on how rough the car is. I do not daily drive the car, and the main reason i dont is i hate driving a manual in Houston traffic (plus i keep miles off the car). The car is very easy to drive, and surprisingly spacious. My friend drove my car and i sat in the back seat and there's quite a bit of leg room (both of us are 5'11) I'm averaging 18mpg (driving once a week to the city - traffic, and to grocery store etc)
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