production cut off for the 135i and 135is

[Bmwbreed]

Originally Posted by mb135is

True, but I'm not sure how much of a difference that will make. As you said, you can't order a 135is abroad unless you fly back and pick it up, which requires it to be delivered to the port, which is where the data is coming from. So maybe they are pretty well accounted for? No idea.

And I make no mistake about the "rarity" of this car - it will mean nothing for its monetary value. It is, however, cool to think about and know about! We in ZHP-land always wanted to know how many ZHPs landed here and in what combos. We have SOME data at zhpregistry.net, but it's dependent upon people finding the cars and inputting the info. Because the 135is data is fresh from the shipper, this seems to work well for us!

Very cool!

I Didn't say that you made a mistake about the rarity. I'm sure it will be very hard to come across (why do you think I wanted one lol) in later years. All I was saying is that the true ratio of 35i to 35is cars will probably never be completely accurate because of the US spec cars here in Europe! Yes you may know the number of IS cars delivered but not the ratio of of them to 35i cars because our cars here aren't included in the total number of 135s built for 2013. Actually our cars don't even show up in BMW NAs system until we come back stateside and register them. This kinda makes me wonder just how many more 330i zhp's may be out there unregistered and other combos. Unlike the 135is those were deliverable abroad in US spec config. Saw one here the other day and thought damn that's so clean I'd still love to have one. Guy said he bought over here new in 04 and has been here ever sense. However I had just graduated high school when the zhp came out so definitely couldn't afford one then.

[bp-plickner]

Here is a thread over at Bimmerfest that touches on end of production of the 135is

http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=705544

[Chunner]

Originally Posted by bp-plickner

Here are a couple of tables showing body color and interior. Every time I pass through the data I find stuff that I over looked or did not categorize correctly. I have been updating the table on the previous page to reflect this. I Had 3 P7MFA- LIMITED EDITION LIFESTYLE cars as 135is that I removed from the tally. I don't know what they are but there appears to be only a handful of them.

Hey BP, first.. I would like to thank you for the painstaking work and research to come up with these numbers. It is very much appreciated. I have actually used them for bragging rights!

Second, since Production has ceased, what is the finally tally of 135is Coupes and 135is Verts shipped to the USA.

Mine was a Grey Mineral Metallic COUPE with Savannah Beige but I did not see that combination in your chart. It arrived the New Jersey VPC on May 18th. Would it be safe to say that I have the only one in the country? lol....

THANKS!

[gregthegr8]

Originally Posted by Chunner

Hey BP, first.. I would like to thank you for the painstaking work and research to come up with these numbers. It is very much appreciated. I have actually used them for bragging rights!

Second, since Production has ceased, what is the finally tally of 135is Coupes and 135is Verts shipped to the USA.

Mine was a Grey Mineral Metallic COUPE with Savannah Beige but I did not see that combination in your chart. It arrived the New Jersey VPC on May 18th. Would it be safe to say that I have the only one in the country? lol....

THANKS!

Unfortunately, looks like his chart shows two mineral grey coupes with savannah beige, so instead of one of one, you may be one of two. You'll just have to kill the other person now...or steal their car. =P

[Chunner]

Originally Posted by gregthegr8

Unfortunately, looks like his chart shows two mineral grey coupes with savannah beige, so instead of one of one, you may be one of two. You'll just have to kill the other person now...or steal their car. =P

funny! i can share the glory! 2 in the entire USA is freaking awesome! Have you seen the updated chart? Where is it posted?

[mb135is]

It's on the chart you just quoted above. Coupe, mineral, leder boston 2 beige: 2 of them.

[bp-plickner]

I figure it will be about 2 months after the cut off date for a more final tally. That way the cars will be delivered to port and a regional break down can be figured.

Member of the Mineral Grey Club

[Chunner]

Originally Posted by mb135is

It's on the chart you just quoted above. Coupe, mineral, leder boston 2 beige: 2 of them.

funny, i was looking all the way on the right. but i now see that is for the leatherette. thanks!

[Chunner]

hit 1,200 miles today... yeah baby... let the fun begin! grrrr!

[Gator135]

Has it been confirmed that production has ended on the 135is?

[Bama335]

according to the 800 number, mine is scheduled to be finished 7/5. I ordered mid June

[BEAR-AvHistory]

Originally Posted by Gator135

Has it been confirmed that production has ended on the 135is?

There is a built in lead time between order & production. I would think they will stop taking orders well before production stops

Some cars are already confirmed as being built in July, thing to check is if you can actually still order one.

BTW looks like mine was 1 of 2 Mineral Gray/Black Boston Leather with Moonlight Black top

[Autobotvu]

I ordered 128 i believe the last shipment of 1 series are all on same boat. Sa said approx date 7/26

[aeronautics]

Originally Posted by Autobotvu

I ordered 128 i believe the last shipment of 1 series are all on same boat. Sa said approx date 7/26

Do you think that they ship the similar vehicles together?

[Rage2565]

I just got an email Wednesday that my 135i has been allocated a factory production slot during the month of August 2013, hopefully I have it by September.

[Gator135]

I wonder if BMW is continuing to build the 1 series to take advantage of a spike in demand from people like us who want the last true driver's car? They could shut it down, but why not keep building through August if they have the orders to fill?

[MightyMouseTech]

Originally Posted by Gator135

I wonder if BMW is continuing to build the 1 series to take advantage of a spike in demand from people like us who want the last true driver's car? They could shut it down, but why not keep building through August if they have the orders to fill?

Because they will need the line to build other models.

[bp-plickner]

Here is what I am seeing from compiling what I believe to be all 135i Coupe VINs from August 2012 to July 5, 2013

June 29, 2012 to August 29, 2012 256 135i Coupes 80 are P7MFA (135is or M-Sport)

May 4 2013 to July 5, 2013 294 135i Coupes 131 are P7MFA (135is or M-Sport)

I started a thread regarding How Many 135is here? http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showt...9#post14274589

[ISLong]

Hey guys, I just joined the forum yesterday after I have been researching the 135is for a little while now. I was an e46 m3 owner until last month when I hit a pothole on the interstate and my tire rod broke. Two 360's and a tree later I was in the market for a new car and decided on an IS.

There seems to be much debate over when the IS production will end so let me set the record straight.

It hasn't.

I work at a BMW dealership and as of yesterday there were 3 more allocations for 135is'. Luckily, my dealership was able to snag one of these allocations for me and I will be putting in my order as soon as I can decide on a color (open for suggestions ). I am also very tempted to hold on to the allocation until I know it's the last one but will probably submit it tomorrow as I can't wait to have it!

I will be glad to let everyone know when production stops on these cars. If only I could also see how many there were on US soil!

[gregthegr8]

Originally Posted by Ian.long

Hey guys, I just joined the forum yesterday after I have been researching the 135is for a little while now. I was an e46 m3 owner until last month when I hit a pothole on the interstate and my tire rod broke. Two 360's and a tree later I was in the market for a new car and decided on an IS.

There seems to be much debate over when the IS production will end so let me set the record straight.

It hasn't.

I work at a BMW dealership and as of yesterday there were 3 more allocations for 135is'. Luckily, my dealership was able to snag one of these allocations for me and I will be putting in my order as soon as I can decide on a color (open for suggestions ). I am also very tempted to hold on to the allocation until I know it's the last one but will probably submit it tomorrow as I can't wait to have it!

I will be glad to let everyone know when production stops on these cars. If only I could also see how many there were on US soil!

Interesting to get some solid info. I also bet you get a lil extra pull working at a dealership if alas, only 3 spots left.

The color choice is the hardest, especially since some colors and color combos you really want to see in person before committing but it's really hard to find these in person to see and even online it's hard to find pics of some colors.

What colors are you deciding between as some of us might be able to help with pics/videos.

Sucks about your car, but think you'll find the IS is pretty comparable, maybe just a hair more detached in feel, but made up for in low end torque and that lovely sound.

[ISLong]

I originally didn't even think about it and quickly decided on exclusive blue stitched Boston leather and lemans blue. I thought it was a no brainer until I saw an alpine white 135i with black csl style wheels, cf defuser and lip and tinted windows that looked so good it was hard to look away. Carbon black still grabs my eye on occasion as well. My M3 was Imola red which I wasn't sure I was in love with at first but became one of those cars that every time you get out of you can't stop looking back as you walk away haha. I'm worried if I go with a AW or CB I might be disappointed its not as bright and eye catching as the lemans blue or the Imola red was. I think you are definitely right with saying you need to see them in person though. As of this second I can't stop thinking about AW with the red seats.... Or maybe MG...

And yes, hearing that exhaust was a huge reason I wanted an IS!

[ISLong]

And Greg I didn't even see yours was MG.... What's your interior combo? And I would love to see a picture of the rear of yours!