120i Coupe under $50K

Zuzu · 03-24-2011, 12:14 AM

http://smh.drive.com.au/motor-news/b...324-1c85o.html

Jeef Beef · 03-24-2011, 12:16 AM

I always thought the 1er coupe range lacked posers and was for real enthusiasts...since there's only the 123d, 125i and 135i which are all quite good performance wise. The E88 is the one with 120i and 118d models.

Looks like that's changing.

dr.bmw · 03-24-2011, 12:22 AM

there always was the 120i convertible... but I agree, the 125i resale value has just dropped significantly.

Jeef Beef · 03-24-2011, 12:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Jeef Beef

I always thought the 1er coupe range lacked posers and was for real enthusiasts...since there's only the 123d, 125i and 135i which are all quite good performance wise. The E88 is the one with 120i and 118d models.

Looks like that's changing.

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Originally Posted by dr.bmw

there always was the 120i convertible... but I agree, the 125i resale value has just dropped significantly.

E88 = 'vert

dr.bmw · 03-24-2011, 12:40 AM

off course

130iguy · 03-24-2011, 12:55 AM

hmmm might show this to the old man, he has recently put his z4 coupe away and gone back to dailying our 20yr old volvo haha i dare say this would be a damn sight more comfortable...

although he wont admit that he wont drive it cos its so hard 63yr old pride....

anyone want an 06 z4 coupe? no idrive black w/ black interior low km's

BMW86 · 03-24-2011, 01:07 AM

I know someone that bought a 120i convertible for less than 50k brand new. She said she had connections with the salesperson though. I think a 120i for under 50k is great value if you ask me.

130iguy · 03-24-2011, 01:10 AM

beats the hell out of a 118i as an entry level car... BMW have really done themselves a disservice by discontinuing the Ti series from (316ti etc)

sbce90 · 03-24-2011, 03:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Jeef Beef

I always thought the 1er coupe range lacked posers and was for real enthusiasts..

I would strongly disagree. Considering the fact I see numerous 1ers a day, most driven by women (even 135is). Went to talk to a man with a modded 135i and lost all interest when we said "yes its the 3.5 litre turbo..." I also left a note on a guys car in the carpark I use and didn't get a reply (left him my spot #). Sure the 120i will be bought by people who probably have no interest in the engine and just want the coupe looks - which are butt ugly anyway. Then again what would I know. I suppose i have a 20i engine so I'm instantly grouped as a poser and non-enthusiast.

Guran · 03-24-2011, 04:13 AM

Stuff the 120i. Bring out a 130i Coupe and they'd have a hot ticket item instantly.

Jeef Beef · 03-24-2011, 04:31 AM

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Originally Posted by SBC

I would strongly disagree. Considering the fact I see numerous 1ers a day, most driven by women (even 135is). Went to talk to a man with a modded 135i and lost all interest when we said "yes its the 3.5 litre turbo..." I also left a note on a guys car in the carpark I use and didn't get a reply (left him my spot #). Sure the 120i will be bought by people who probably have no interest in the engine and just want the coupe looks - which are butt ugly anyway. Then again what would I know. I suppose i have a 20i engine so I'm instantly grouped as a poser and non-enthusiast.

I was talking about the cars themselves, not the people driving them.

You can say the same thing about Porsches driven by women who's daddy/husband bought for them. The car in itself encourages enthusiasts. With a 120i you'll just have even more posers on the roads.

sbce90 · 03-24-2011, 04:42 AM

well if its not the people driving it.. then the car itself is the enthusiast? I don't understand what you're trying to say. If "the car in itself encourages enthusiasts" then isn't this a way of bringing more people to the BMW brand who previously could not afford it?

Saw 4 mega-milfs today past scots and cranbrook. One in a C63 debadged wagon, one in an M3, one in an RS6 and one in a 335i wagon.

SparklingRed · 03-24-2011, 04:43 AM

The Americans will be laughing at this since they can get a 1M for this money...

alik01 · 03-24-2011, 04:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jeef Beef

I was talking about the cars themselves, not the people driving them.

You can say the same thing about Porsches driven by women who's daddy/husband bought for them. The car in itself encourages enthusiasts. With a 120i you'll just have even more posers on the roads.

Women buy Porsches for themselves! Girly voice: 'I just love that Boxster Porsche!'. With Porsche there's a pretty clear line after which losers don't really cross - the GT series, which will bite your head off if you don't drive it right.

Ultimately, if you have the money, buy what you want, enjoy it and be happy!

sbce90 · 03-24-2011, 04:55 AM

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Originally Posted by SparklingRed

The Americans will be laughing at this since they can get a 1M for this money...

I've decided to stop looking at American prices and look at Singapore instead. Makes me feel better about aus prices.

BMW86 · 03-24-2011, 05:37 AM

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Originally Posted by SparklingRed

The Americans will be laughing at this since they can get a 1M for this money...

Lol so true!

CeeJay · 03-24-2011, 07:43 PM

[quote=BMW86;9201123]I know someone that bought a 120i convertible for less than 50k brand new. She said she had connections with the salesperson though. I think a 120i for under 50k is great value if you ask me.[/quote

Sounds like we know the same person Vin.
She speaks very highly of you which is no wonder and yes,she got a fantastic deal.
Good on you for what you did too,a lot of people would have jumped in their car and driven off.

MikeVictor · 03-24-2011, 08:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SBC

Sure the 120i will be bought by people who probably have no interest in the engine and just want the coupe looks - which are butt ugly anyway. Then again what would I know.

I guess beauty is in the eye of the beholder, I prefer the lines on my 1er over a 3er coupe. I also prefer the way it drives compared to same.

sbce90 · 03-24-2011, 09:00 PM

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Originally Posted by ianf2002

120i will have same engine as the 320i which I had as a loaner while my 135i was in for a service. All I can say is that is is a dog of an engine. I'd rather walk!

I see your car is red. Did you choose that because it was cheaper (as nobody buys it) or in the hope that it goes faster?

The 320i in europe is actually a far better motor than the one we get here. Not sure why we're still stuck with a craphouse unit.

BMW86 · 03-24-2011, 09:13 PM

[QUOTE=CeeJay;9208146]

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Originally Posted by BMW86

I know someone that bought a 120i convertible for less than 50k brand new. She said she had connections with the salesperson though. I think a 120i for under 50k is great value if you ask me.[/quote

Sounds like we know the same person Vin.
She speaks very highly of you which is no wonder and yes,she got a fantastic deal.
Good on you for what you did too,a lot of people would have jumped in their car and driven off.

Thanks for the kind words mate. What a small world! lol

Blader · 03-24-2011, 09:35 PM

Well BMW are in the business of selling cars and my friendly BMW Salesman said the 1'er he could sell by the truckload would be a 120i Coupe so I guess he will be happy.

Performance wise it won't be a rocket ship but it will probably be the sweetest 1'er to steer with less weight over the front end.

Bimmer_Freak · 03-24-2011, 09:38 PM

Smart move by BMW. Awesome first car for many a rich daddy to give to his daughter on her 18th birthday.

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Jeef Beef Lord Captain Commander 110 Rep 3,093 Posts Drives: a sleeper Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Sydney, Australia iTrader: (0)	I always thought the 1er coupe range lacked posers and was for real enthusiasts...since there's only the 123d, 125i and 135i which are all quite good performance wise. The E88 is the one with 120i and 118d models. Looks like that's changing. __________________ E82 135i M-sport: SGM/6MT/Black
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dr.bmw Chirurgeon 39 Rep 424 Posts Drives: 125i AW/CR Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: randwick iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 125i [10.00]	there always was the 120i convertible... but I agree, the 125i resale value has just dropped significantly. __________________ E Pluribus Unum
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dr.bmw Chirurgeon 39 Rep 424 Posts Drives: 125i AW/CR Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: randwick iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 125i [10.00]	off course __________________ E Pluribus Unum
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130iguy I'm Riley, I'm awesome 30 Rep 696 Posts Drives: e92 M3 Comp Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Qld, Australia iTrader: (0)	beats the hell out of a 118i as an entry level car... BMW have really done themselves a disservice by discontinuing the Ti series from (316ti etc)
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Guran Captain 24 Rep 895 Posts Drives: 08 135i Coupe Join Date: May 2008 Location: Wollongong, Australia iTrader: (0)	Stuff the 120i. Bring out a 130i Coupe and they'd have a hot ticket item instantly. __________________ 08 BMW 135i Sport Coupe \| Manual \| Sparkling Graphite \| Coral Red Boston Leather \| 10 Speaker Hi Fi
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sbce90 Me Boosta 249 Rep 5,721 Posts Drives: 320i / MB C63 / VW up! Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Sydney, Australia iTrader: (3)	well if its not the people driving it.. then the car itself is the enthusiast? I don't understand what you're trying to say. If "the car in itself encourages enthusiasts" then isn't this a way of bringing more people to the BMW brand who previously could not afford it? Saw 4 mega-milfs today past scots and cranbrook. One in a C63 debadged wagon, one in an M3, one in an RS6 and one in a 335i wagon.
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CeeJay Private 0 Rep 76 Posts Drives: Join Date: May 2008 iTrader: (0)	[quote=BMW86;9201123]I know someone that bought a 120i convertible for less than 50k brand new. She said she had connections with the salesperson though. I think a 120i for under 50k is great value if you ask me.[/quote Sounds like we know the same person Vin. She speaks very highly of you which is no wonder and yes,she got a fantastic deal. Good on you for what you did too,a lot of people would have jumped in their car and driven off.
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Blader Lotus Exige ClubRacer 26 Rep 157 Posts Drives: MY15 Lotus Exige CR Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Sydney iTrader: (0) Garage List 2010 E88 125i [0.00]	Well BMW are in the business of selling cars and my friendly BMW Salesman said the 1'er he could sell by the truckload would be a 120i Coupe so I guess he will be happy. Performance wise it won't be a rocket ship but it will probably be the sweetest 1'er to steer with less weight over the front end. __________________ Lotus Exige CR …. Upgraded Stereo, Cruise Control, Rear Parking Sensors, Full carpet kit with sound insulation ..... its a daily driver Charge Cooled TVS 1900, 3" bi-modal Exhaust, Moroso Sump, LSD, 60l Alloy Tank, Upgraded 2 Piece Rotors, 46mm Nitrons, Harness Bar and Forged Track Wheels with Yokohama AO50 R Specs for play time
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