US pricing for 135 will be

BMWeber · 10-10-2007, 04:14 PM

I'm not calling anyone a liar but I don't believe it. maybe there is some error in communication somewhere. the difference in a 135i Msport coupe and 335i Msport coup in Europe is around 17% so to bring it here and only have a 7% difference. I don't buy it and I hope I'm right. I do have to say I'm not to pigheaded enough to think there is no way it could be true though. with the worth of the dollar and everything you never know. but that price would kill the car.:iono:

Gldnrkt · 10-10-2007, 04:15 PM

For only a 3K difference I'll go look for a used 335i

BUT, I won't panic until november...I'm just gonna sit back and wait patiently. BMW knows a small car (318) won't succeed in the US unless it's a very good deal. If it (135i) was priced in the lower 30K range, they couldn't keep them on the showroom floor and sell every one of them. For 38K for a turbo car, I'd hit a new STi or EVO. Totally different cars, I know, but I'm just sayin.

BimmerBoi2100 · 10-10-2007, 04:17 PM

Man, people at BMW dealers don't have a clue about what the prices are going to be. I wouldn't believe anything any salesman has to say about the 1er.

imported_MPower · 10-10-2007, 04:37 PM

Hey, guys, I just talked to be ex-wife's brother-in-law whose friend works at an Audi dealer that competes with the BMW dealership across the street and he said that the 135i was going to cost more than the 335i because of all the M stuff!

All of this is completely irrelevant until something with BMW letterhead is released saying the figures are x for a 128i and y for a 135i. If if happens to be only three grand cheaper than the 335i, then BMW failed miserably.

BMWeber · 10-10-2007, 04:40 PM

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Originally Posted by MPower

Hey, guys, I just talked to be ex-wife's brother-in-law whose friend works at an Audi dealer that competes with the BMW dealership across the street and he said that the 135i was going to cost more than the 335i because of all the M stuff!

All of this is completely irrelevant until something with BMW letterhead is released saying the figures are x for a 128i and y for a 135i. If if happens to be only three grand cheaper than the 335i, then BMW failed miserably.

+1000000000

that's a billion if you don't want to count the 0s :biggrin:

dan051 · 10-10-2007, 05:03 PM

what a disaster this price is becoming...

gbent · 10-10-2007, 05:18 PM

I don't mean to doubt anyone's credibility on here, but it seems pretty odd that this breaking news item is posted by someone who has never posted before, & someone like TheUltimateDriver, who just dropped a crapload of top secret product info on us the other day does not know about this?

TESLAASTRO · 10-10-2007, 05:22 PM

djminkin:

Are you an 'agent provocateur'????

3k less than a 335 coupe......

Have you ever heard the term "Munchausen Syndrome By Proxy"?

Look it up if you dont....

Khobin~ · 10-10-2007, 05:51 PM

heck, the other day the wife was telling me that a guy form bmw was telling her how dealerships would only be getting about 20 1'ers each for the first year, to "keep demand high", and how they were going be like $28 k (cdn) for a 128...and blah blah blah...

It's all fluff to me until I see something direct for BMW saying "pricing will be..." Until then, I'm going to keep sticking it out.

djminkin · 10-10-2007, 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by BimmerBoi2100

Man, people at BMW dealers don't have a clue about what the prices are going to be. I wouldn't believe anything any salesman has to say about the 1er.

Well he told me they met with the NA rep today to discuss what the pricing was going to be. I dont think he would make that up, because he knows he will be losing a sale if thats the case. Weve been down this road before with BMW. It wont suprise me one bit if thats the only difference.

djminkin · 10-10-2007, 06:12 PM

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Originally Posted by gbent

I don't mean to doubt anyone's credibility on here, but it seems pretty odd that this breaking news item is posted by someone who has never posted before, & someone like TheUltimateDriver, who just dropped a crapload of top secret product info on us the other day does not know about this?

I felt I had to register to give you the info I have. I actually have done a lot of reading on this site, just never posted on it. I too am very interested in the 135, especially at the original speculated price point, but of course it had to be too good to be true. I have no reason to make this up. Im simply reporting what my salesman told me while he was in the meeting with the NA rep discussing the cars price point. Maybe hes wrong but hes telling me its a fact, and with the car really not lacking much more than a 150 pounds of the 335 and a little interior room, Im afraid hes probably going to be right. I cant see how they can price the car 8-10k less.

djminkin · 10-10-2007, 06:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Khobin~

heck, the other day the wife was telling me that a guy form bmw was telling her how dealerships would only be getting about 20 1'ers each for the first year, to "keep demand high", and how they were going be like $28 k (cdn) for a 128...and blah blah blah...

It's all fluff to me until I see something direct for BMW saying "pricing will be..." Until then, I'm going to keep sticking it out.

I believe this may be true as well. With only a coupe and convertible, they will probably try and sell it as a sporty step up from the 3 coupe. With the E92 M3 being in the 70K range, people might opt to go with the 135. They're definitely going after the performance people not the 4 door people, and personally I like the 135's looks better than the 335's, but still not enough to buy it as weekend fun car like originally planned. If it is in fact at that price, Ill be waiting for a used one.

NJKSC27 · 10-10-2007, 06:20 PM

see this goes along with what i was originally saying....

37K for the 135 and a dramatic difference to the 128 ( 26ish )

I just think the 135i will be looked as an "M" car in a way. A more driving experiance then the 335i. Hence, more expensive.

BForbes · 10-10-2007, 06:40 PM

I would have to concur that a 3,000 difference will not be enough. Not calling anyone a liar but someone has to be mis-informed.

WolfsburgerMitFries · 10-10-2007, 07:12 PM

If the $3k news is true, I'm simply going to have to explore other options.

128er · 10-10-2007, 07:52 PM

THAT IS SOOO WRONG!! WHY WOULD YOU PAY THAT MUCH FOR THIS CAR!?? 37K! ARE YOU CRAZY?!!:bs:

larryn · 10-10-2007, 07:52 PM

Awesome thread. I, for one, want to humbly thank, nea, applaud(!), the OP for taking the time to conscientiously register to inform us of an impending injustice BMW NA is about to inflict upon us. Humanity prevails at awkward times. :sniff:

P.S. The sky is falling.

djminkin · 10-10-2007, 07:59 PM

Dont shoot the messenger.:eyebulge: Again, Im only reporting what I heard. I too am at the top of the list to order one of these, so Im not to happy to hear this.

NJKSC27 · 10-10-2007, 07:59 PM

this guy should be banned

imported_BMWRULES · 10-10-2007, 08:05 PM

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Originally Posted by djminkin

Dont shoot the messenger.:eyebulge: Again, Im only reporting what I heard. I too am at the top of the list to order one of these, so Im not to happy to hear this.

That just makes no sense at all. 37K for the 135i ... they might as well just not introduce it here if thats the case... coz y wouldnt one just go for the 335i if thats just 3K more. I think its not practical to estimate such prices before BMW officially comes out with a number ...

(Dont get me wrong here... i am not trying to offend anyone but something doesnt seem right in this price)

imported_moto_za · 10-10-2007, 08:08 PM

If it is going to be that expensive I am going to have to find a used 330ci
The only thing we can do is to wait and see (hear something posted from the BMW website) I called BMW a few days ago and the guy told me if he were to make a prediction the 128 would be in the high 20s and the 135 in the low 30s BUT who knows, let's just wait and see...

Victor.L3IchibanM3 · 10-10-2007, 09:04 PM

Man STFU!!! You just try to get some attention and far as the price goes it is totally Bull SHIT!!!!!!!! Why dont u tell ur lying friend to STFU and go suck sum balls!!!! These kind of non sense thread are making me mad!!!!! I find this site no longer useless by the fact that it is full of BS ppl like you and others who arent help but rather be a JACKASS

10-10-2007, 04:14 PM	#23
BMWeber Major 36 Rep 1,329 Posts Drives: 08 135i Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Amesbury, MA iTrader: (5)	I'm not calling anyone a liar but I don't believe it. maybe there is some error in communication somewhere. the difference in a 135i Msport coupe and 335i Msport coup in Europe is around 17% so to bring it here and only have a 7% difference. I don't buy it and I hope I'm right. I do have to say I'm not to pigheaded enough to think there is no way it could be true though. with the worth of the dollar and everything you never know. but that price would kill the car.:iono:
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Gldnrkt Junior Baller 3 Rep 23 Posts Drives: Join Date: Oct 2007 iTrader: (0)	For only a 3K difference I'll go look for a used 335i BUT, I won't panic until november...I'm just gonna sit back and wait patiently. BMW knows a small car (318) won't succeed in the US unless it's a very good deal. If it (135i) was priced in the lower 30K range, they couldn't keep them on the showroom floor and sell every one of them. For 38K for a turbo car, I'd hit a new STi or EVO. Totally different cars, I know, but I'm just sayin. __________________ Current ride-1998 Audi A4 1.8T Quattro (gt3076r turbo, pauter rods, wiseco pistons) loud as hell and the best 400hp sleeper evAR!! Jr. Ride - 2007 HD Sportster (Roadster) 1200 (V&H Slips ons, stg1 re-map) 45/60 mpg!! Sweeeett!!! Hopefully soon-135i, White (is there any other color for a Bimmer??) lol
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BimmerBoi2100 Private First Class 2 Rep 145 Posts Drives: 2009 Black 135i Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Da Desert iTrader: (0)	Man, people at BMW dealers don't have a clue about what the prices are going to be. I wouldn't believe anything any salesman has to say about the 1er.
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imported_MPower Zoom Zoom 38 Rep 1,069 Posts Drives: 2022 M3 6MT Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: SoCal iTrader: (0)	Hey, guys, I just talked to be ex-wife's brother-in-law whose friend works at an Audi dealer that competes with the BMW dealership across the street and he said that the 135i was going to cost more than the 335i because of all the M stuff! All of this is completely irrelevant until something with BMW letterhead is released saying the figures are x for a 128i and y for a 135i. If if happens to be only three grand cheaper than the 335i, then BMW failed miserably. __________________ In the garage: 2022 G80 M3 Manual - Portimao Blue
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10-10-2007, 05:18 PM	#29
gbent First Lieutenant 10 Rep 312 Posts Drives: Join Date: Sep 2007 iTrader: (0)	I don't mean to doubt anyone's credibility on here, but it seems pretty odd that this breaking news item is posted by someone who has never posted before, & someone like TheUltimateDriver, who just dropped a crapload of top secret product info on us the other day does not know about this?
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TESLAASTRO DE STIJL 23 Rep 493 Posts Drives: Join Date: Sep 2007 iTrader: (0)	djminkin: Are you an 'agent provocateur'???? 3k less than a 335 coupe...... Have you ever heard the term "Munchausen Syndrome By Proxy"? Look it up if you dont....
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10-10-2007, 05:51 PM	#31
Khobin~ First Lieutenant 15 Rep 312 Posts Drives: Join Date: Aug 2007 iTrader: (0)	heck, the other day the wife was telling me that a guy form bmw was telling her how dealerships would only be getting about 20 1'ers each for the first year, to "keep demand high", and how they were going be like $28 k (cdn) for a 128...and blah blah blah... It's all fluff to me until I see something direct for BMW saying "pricing will be..." Until then, I'm going to keep sticking it out.
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10-10-2007, 06:20 PM	#35
NJKSC27 automobile aficionado 111 Rep 1,021 Posts Drives: Join Date: Sep 2007 iTrader: (0)	see this goes along with what i was originally saying.... 37K for the 135 and a dramatic difference to the 128 ( 26ish ) I just think the 135i will be looked as an "M" car in a way. A more driving experiance then the 335i. Hence, more expensive.
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10-10-2007, 06:40 PM	#36
BForbes Moderator 559 Rep 4,240 Posts Drives: BSM 135i/AW E90 M3 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Orlando, FL iTrader: (0)	I would have to concur that a 3,000 difference will not be enough. Not calling anyone a liar but someone has to be mis-informed. __________________ - 04 Honda S2000(gone)
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10-10-2007, 07:12 PM	#37
WolfsburgerMitFries Lieutenant 12 Rep 445 Posts Drives: BMW 3er Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Lexington, KY iTrader: (0)	If the $3k news is true, I'm simply going to have to explore other options.
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128er Captain 89 Rep 900 Posts Drives: Join Date: Jul 2007 iTrader: (0)	THAT IS SOOO WRONG!! WHY WOULD YOU PAY THAT MUCH FOR THIS CAR!?? 37K! ARE YOU CRAZY?!!:bs: __________________ 2006 BMW 330i -Premium -Sport -Steptronic -Premium Sound -Xenons
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larryn Lieutenant General 2148 Rep 10,176 Posts Drives: '97 332ti, '21 X5 45e, '16 GT4 Join Date: May 2005 Location: Seattle iTrader: (2)	Awesome thread. I, for one, want to humbly thank, nea, applaud(!), the OP for taking the time to conscientiously register to inform us of an impending injustice BMW NA is about to inflict upon us. Humanity prevails at awkward times. :sniff: P.S. The sky is falling.
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10-10-2007, 07:59 PM	#40
djminkin Private First Class 15 Rep 195 Posts Drives: Join Date: Oct 2007 iTrader: (2)	Dont shoot the messenger.:eyebulge: Again, Im only reporting what I heard. I too am at the top of the list to order one of these, so Im not to happy to hear this.
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imported_moto_za Private 9 Rep 61 Posts Drives: Join Date: Oct 2007 iTrader: (0)	If it is going to be that expensive I am going to have to find a used 330ci The only thing we can do is to wait and see (hear something posted from the BMW website) I called BMW a few days ago and the guy told me if he were to make a prediction the 128 would be in the high 20s and the 135 in the low 30s BUT who knows, let's just wait and see...
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Victor.L3IchibanM3 Banned 262 Rep 373 Posts Drives: '06 325i,'04 RX 330,'99Corolla Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: San Jose iTrader: (0)	Man STFU!!! You just try to get some attention and far as the price goes it is totally Bull SHIT!!!!!!!! Why dont u tell ur lying friend to STFU and go suck sum balls!!!! These kind of non sense thread are making me mad!!!!! I find this site no longer useless by the fact that it is full of BS ppl like you and others who arent help but rather be a JACKASS
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