Blue_e82 Intro / Build thread?

[chris_flies]

Originally Posted by desertman123

I always drool over those colors. On my way to work I saw a Le Mans M-Sport and it was gorgeous, older guy driving it too.

Space Grey is also pretty fantastic. The best part is that it's a neutral color, so it doesn't matter what trim or wheels you choose, it all just works together.

[blue135]

Never been big on blues, but the Montego blue just looks right on the 1 series. Just stands out for me.

[chris_flies]

Originally Posted by blue135

Never been big on blues, but the Montego blue just looks right on the 1 series. Just stands out for me.

Interesting!

I've always thought that blues belong on BMWs. My dad's E39 540i/6 in Orient Blue is what started that, and my car (when clean) is what keeps that alive for me.

[Esteban]

Originally Posted by chris_flies

Interesting!

I've always thought that blues belong on BMWs. My dad's E39 540i/6 in Orient Blue is what started that, and my car (when clean) is what keeps that alive for me.

Agree on blue... my favorite. To me it's just the right color!

[F13.KENN]

Originally Posted by Matticus91

Welcome to the crew! Great looking car, the 1M rep front end really makes a difference, and that blue is supreme.

I find it SUPER cool that you and your dad bought and worked on the car together, that's an awesome experience and it sounds like you've got some cool parents!

Thank you! I love the color and it looks best in the late afternoon when it looks blue in some spots and purple in others.

It was definitely an awesome experience! Best part was when we got done working on it dor the 1st day and got it running and took it down the road without the hood latch cause my dad made a rookie mistake of “eh it will hold” and it was fine till we turned back around and he floored it..

[F13.KENN]

Also agree on the blues. Seems like you dont see a whole lot of blue 1ers though

[Matticus91]

Originally Posted by Blue_e82

Best part was when we got done working on it dor the 1st day and got it running and took it down the road without the hood latch cause my dad made a rookie mistake of “eh it will hold” and it was fine till we turned back around and he floored it..

Christ lol expensive mistake!

[Esteban]

Originally Posted by Blue_e82

Thank you! I love the color and it looks best in the late afternoon when it looks blue in some spots and purple in others.

It was definitely an awesome experience! Best part was when we got done working on it dor the 1st day and got it running and took it down the road without the hood latch cause my dad made a rookie mistake of “eh it will hold” and it was fine till we turned back around and he floored it..

Ouch! That is not good... not good at all. Sorry to see that.

[F13.KENN]

Originally Posted by Matticus91

Christ lol expensive mistake!

Especially when the windshield that was broken was just about brand new. It got replaced not that long before the previous owner wrecked it

[F13.KENN]

Just installed the turner intake boot today. The blue intake boot looks nice in the engine bay. There was a little bit of a sound difference below 4k rpm but is noticeable. Once you get over 4k the intake noise is louder and almost sounds like faint droning but isnt bad at all. Havent drove around with it too much but i think it was somewhat worth it. Also got 2 ECS stickers that spiced up my side windows

[Esteban]

Originally Posted by Blue_e82

Especially when the windshield that was broken was just about brand new. It got replaced not that long before the previous owner wrecked it

Help is on the way!

No affiliation, btw...

[chris_flies]

Originally Posted by Blue_e82

Just installed the turner intake boot today. The blue intake boot looks nice in the engine bay. There was a little bit of a sound difference below 4k rpm but is noticeable. Once you get over 4k the intake noise is louder and almost sounds like faint droning but isnt bad at all. Havent drove around with it too much but i think it was somewhat worth it. Also got 2 ECS stickers that spiced up my side windows

I got the Mishimoto boot, pretty much the same thing. It makes some great noises! I also spaced out my filter box, now it's just ridiculous! I need to get an exterior sound recording, I'm hoping it will sound like an S54 with an intake, just without the 8200rpm redline, sadly...

[F13.KENN]

Originally Posted by chris_flies

I got the Mishimoto boot, pretty much the same thing. It makes some great noises! I also spaced out my filter box, now it's just ridiculous! I need to get an exterior sound recording, I'm hoping it will sound like an S54 with an intake, just without the 8200rpm redline, sadly...

How exactly did you space out your intake?

[chris_flies]

Originally Posted by Blue_e82

How exactly did you space out your intake?

I'm going to be hounded for my solution, but...

I used Erector set pieces and some longer screws from the local hardware store.

Here's a picture:


I need to fiddle with the fitment as it's rubbing on the upper coolant hose, which is an uncomfortable thought, but I haven't had any problems after about 2k miles with it...

[F13.KENN]

Well... i hit a rabbit on the way to caffeine and octane this morning. My car has a curse. I hit a raccon the other day but no damage. 4 animals hit in the past 4 months. Maybe i should get rid of the 1er?

[chris_flies]

Originally Posted by Blue_e82

Well... i hit a rabbit on the way to caffeine and octane this morning. My car has a curse. I hit a raccon the other day but no damage. 4 animals hit in the past 4 months. Maybe i should get rid of the 1er?

That's unfortunate! I'm sorry to hear/see that. You just aren't having the best of luck as of recently...

Maybe I can one-up you: I was hit in the same area twice within two weeks. First time was on the first test drive with my freshly rebuilt shifter and SSK install, new driver pulled a righty into the back of me as I was slowing for a car turning right into that same gas station. Second one I was sideswiped and knocked into a tank-slapper en-route to the airport; other party had no idea where they were going, and changed lines right into the side of me, no signal or anything.

It sucks to see your pride and joy damaged; it really sucks when the body shop cares so little that they can't even wash it without putting swirl marks across the entire car (why I'm detailing my car now)...

[Matticus91]

Time for a full time plow or bash bar lol

[rominun]

Originally Posted by desertman123

I'm in a real similar position (no way a 20yo can buy a 10 grand car in its entirety these days) but I've noticed on this forum as long as you're humble about it no one really cares if your parents bought the car. Big difference between being bought a used 128i and a new Land Rover.

Otherwise, welcome!!!!!!! Sport, manual and a fantastic color. Proper 128i spec

Also let me know if you want info on the 3-stage mani on the cheap $$.

chris_flies , I think your 'youngest owner' title may be in jeopardy

i got my 1er as a 16 y/o and i paid half for it. as for mods ive paid everything myself. im 17 now

[Matticus91]

Originally Posted by rominun

i got my 1er as a 16 y/o and i paid half for it. as for mods ive paid everything myself. im 17 now

Shoulda known you were a youngin by the tire letters

[BimmerAg]

Originally Posted by Matticus91

Shoulda known you were a youngin by the tire letters

Hey, tire letters are cool!

(I painted the letters white on my track tires, but swap them on and off for events)

[chris_flies]

Originally Posted by BimmerAg

Hey, tire letters are cool!

(I painted the letters white on my track tires, but swap them on and off for events)

I mean, sure, if you have really nice tires like Michelin's, or Nitto's...

BTW, I saw a BRZ with tire letters on some off-brand all seasons.

[F13.KENN]

Originally Posted by chris_flies

That's unfortunate! I'm sorry to hear/see that. You just aren't having the best of luck as of recently...

Maybe I can one-up you: I was hit in the same area twice within two weeks. First time was on the first test drive with my freshly rebuilt shifter and SSK install, new driver pulled a righty into the back of me as I was slowing for a car turning right into that same gas station. Second one I was sideswiped and knocked into a tank-slapper en-route to the airport; other party had no idea where they were going, and changed lines right into the side of me, no signal or anything.

It sucks to see your pride and joy damaged; it really sucks when the body shop cares so little that they can't even wash it without putting swirl marks across the entire car (why I'm detailing my car now)...

its all good! Sorry to hear about your unfortunate events too . I think all of this is cause the car is turning 10 years old this year lol.

I feel you with the body shop part. Cant say i was that satisfied with the paint work done on my car in the front from when we repaired it and had to get it painted. First, there was overspray in some areas and just where they cut corners in other spots. There was also a spot where the paint started to peel a few months later.. Then when i got my bper fixed from the fox and cat incident the bumper came back having some chips and had some decent orange peel too it. All of this was done at the same shop that is supposed to have a good reputation too...