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      07-18-2013, 10:52 PM   #133
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At least we know that if you get coral in your IS you mean business (most likely manuals).
I almost want to get it just for that! I was incredibly busy today and didnt have time to place my order. Most likely going with AW over CR. can't stop thinking about that combo. The problem is the blues keep creeping in my mind as well.
I'd say just get the AW with CR. I think that's a classic color combo for this car with a crisp, clean exterior and punch of color and sport with the interior. I think in the end and long run, you'll be more than happy with that combo, especially if you like the coral red.

Even if you keep thinking about the blues, if you like the coral red, I think you'd end up liking having the coral red interior more than the black interior more than the amount you might like the blue exterior over the white. And I know you're not going all superman and getting blue with red interior. =P

My 2 cents. Just whether you want that pop and boldness to be the exterior or interior. Also, the black interior sure does get hot.
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      07-19-2013, 06:49 AM   #134
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I'd say just get the AW with CR. I think that's a classic color combo for this car with a crisp, clean exterior and punch of color and sport with the interior. I think in the end and long run, you'll be more than happy with that combo, especially if you like the coral red.

Even if you keep thinking about the blues, if you like the coral red, I think you'd end up liking having the coral red interior more than the black interior more than the amount you might like the blue exterior over the white. And I know you're not going all superman and getting blue with red interior. =P

My 2 cents. Just whether you want that pop and boldness to be the exterior or interior. Also, the black interior sure does get hot.
That is the decision I made when I ordered mine. I really love the blue exterior on the 1, but the AW/CR combo looks pretty awesome. I think the amount of red in the interior is just right and the shade is bright enough to give some color, but won't knock you over like some I've seen.
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      07-19-2013, 07:31 AM   #135
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That is the decision I made when I ordered mine. I really love the blue exterior on the 1, but the AW/CR combo looks pretty awesome. I think the amount of red in the interior is just right and the shade is bright enough to give some color, but won't knock you over like some I've seen.
Yea there are some shots/pictures that make me second guess not getting Lemans Blue.

Had Montego been an option, it would have been a much more difficult decision. Love the brighter shade.
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      07-19-2013, 08:30 AM   #136
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I'd say just get the AW with CR. I think that's a classic color combo for this car with a crisp, clean exterior and punch of color and sport with the interior. I think in the end and long run, you'll be more than happy with that combo, especially if you like the coral red.

Even if you keep thinking about the blues, if you like the coral red, I think you'd end up liking having the coral red interior more than the black interior more than the amount you might like the blue exterior over the white. And I know you're not going all superman and getting blue with red interior. =P

My 2 cents. Just whether you want that pop and boldness to be the exterior or interior. Also, the black interior sure does get hot.
I was actually thinking DSB over CR and then getting superman vinyls for the hood and of course having it stitched into the seats as well.

Hahaha but on a serious note, I've been very conservative and honestly a little bland in my color choices until my Imola red M3 which I absolutely loved. If I could get that color again I wouldn't even have to think about it.

So basically my only concern is getting a color that's bland again. And my jeep is white as well....
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      07-19-2013, 08:51 AM   #137
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AW with Coral is a great color combo (ok, I may be slightly biased, I do have it on the E88). Looking at the data , I show 24 of 499 "is" were AW/CR, 11 were MT

If you're looking for something more rare, maybe Sapphire/coral (only 2 made so far out of 24 Sapphire Black cars)

Or, if you want really rare, reverse interior to exterior and go with Vermillion/Black (also 2 made, but there were only 9 red "is" total).

The most common exterior color for the "is" is LeMans (110 of 499) and the most popular interior is black with blue stitching (230 of 499).

I believe BP might be posting some updated exterior/interior color charts today.
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      07-19-2013, 08:59 AM   #138
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AW with Coral is a great color combo (ok, I may be slightly biased, I do have it on the E88). Looking at the data , I show 24 of 499 "is" were AW/CR, 11 were MT

If you're looking for something more rare, maybe Sapphire/coral (only 2 made so far out of 24 Sapphire Black cars)

Or, if you want really rare, reverse interior to exterior and go with Vermillion/Black (also 2 made, but there were only 9 red "is" total).

The most common exterior color for the "is" is LeMans (110 of 499) and the most popular interior is black with blue stitching (230 of 499).

I believe BP might be posting some updated exterior/interior color charts today.
Every time I read the data I kick myself for not getting Blue Water/Black. Every time I see Blue Water on the road on another car, I kick myself. I've seen it on one 1er in person, and it takes on a whole different character on it compared to the other cars it's available on.

I'm hoping that at the end of the day there are at most 10-15 135is cars with space and coral. I'd love to know if I'm the only one with my exact spec of minimal options with 6mt: leather and heated seats.
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      07-19-2013, 09:04 AM   #139
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Yea there are some shots/pictures that make me second guess not getting Lemans Blue.

Had Montego been an option, it would have been a much more difficult decision. Love the brighter shade.
LOVE my LeMans Blue!!! Stunning colour!!!!!
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Every time I read the data I kick myself for not getting Blue Water/Black. Every time I see Blue Water on the road on another car, I kick myself. I've seen it on one 1er in person, and it takes on a whole different character on it compared to the other cars it's available on.

I'm hoping that at the end of the day there are at most 10-15 135is cars with space and coral. I'd love to know if I'm the only one with my exact spec of minimal options with 6mt: leather and heated seats.
Blue water? It doesn't even give me that as a choice and I've definitely never seen one.

If I go the same route as you then I would basically be the same car. I'm on the fence about the heated seats; HK and 6mt for sure though. They would be very close.

Did anyone opt for the carbon fiber splitter?

Deep sea blue is becoming more and more enticing as well
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      07-19-2013, 10:40 AM   #141
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I'm hoping that at the end of the day there are at most 10-15 135is cars with space and coral. I'd love to know if I'm the only one with my exact spec of minimal options with 6mt: leather and heated seats.
MB: Looks like it'll be fewer than that - here are the VIN matching yours, you can get the rest of the build specs using:

http://www.bmwarchive.org/vin/bmw-vin-decoder.html

VY60582 A52 Space Gray LWD1 Coral M6 is 13-Jul
VY60581 A52 Space Gray LWD1 Coral M6 is 13-Jul
VY60259 A52 Space Gray LWD1 Coral M6 is 4-May
VM13776 A52 Space Gray LWD1 Coral M6 is 1-Nov
VM13423 A52 Space Gray LWD1 Coral M6 is 31-Jul
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      07-19-2013, 10:46 AM   #142
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Blue water? It doesn't even give me that as a choice and I've definitely never seen one.

Deep sea blue is becoming more and more enticing as well
Bluewater was very rare before they pulled it mid year, looks like only 2 "is" were produced, both manuals

41917 896 Blue Water LWSW Black M6 is 7-Jan
13784 896 Blue Water LWB4 Beige M6 is 5-Nov

Deep Sea shows 18 total "is", 11 of those are M6 - still pretty rare
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      07-19-2013, 11:48 AM   #143
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Oh ok that definitely makes sense. So there are about 500 IS models total? Where are you finding this info? The most common IS is Le Mans blue with exclusive blue?

That interior would be so much better if the blue was in the doors like the CR is.

If only I could get imola, estoril, or Laguna seca....
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      07-19-2013, 11:49 AM   #144
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Here are the color/interior distributions for 135is through 8/3 builds - coupes only.

BP was kind enough to share his data for comparison purposes, our latest count is 536


Last edited by Bama335; 08-03-2013 at 11:23 AM.. Reason: Updated to 8/3 production numbers
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      07-19-2013, 11:52 AM   #145
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Blue water? It doesn't even give me that as a choice and I've definitely never seen one.

If I go the same route as you then I would basically be the same car. I'm on the fence about the heated seats; HK and 6mt for sure though. They would be very close.

Did anyone opt for the carbon fiber splitter?

Deep sea blue is becoming more and more enticing as well
I've seen a DSB 135is in person - it's a very impressive color on the 1er. I might even go far as to say I might prefer it over lemans in some lights/situations.

I guess Blue Water isn't available anymore, but it is available on other cars. Pics don't do it justice, but this one comes close:

http://x3.xbimmers.com/forums/showpo...3&postcount=10

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MB: Looks like it'll be fewer than that - here are the VIN matching yours, you can get the rest of the build specs using:

http://www.bmwarchive.org/vin/bmw-vin-decoder.html

VY60582 A52 Space Gray LWD1 Coral M6 is 13-Jul
VY60581 A52 Space Gray LWD1 Coral M6 is 13-Jul
VY60259 A52 Space Gray LWD1 Coral M6 is 4-May
VM13776 A52 Space Gray LWD1 Coral M6 is 1-Nov
VM13423 A52 Space Gray LWD1 Coral M6 is 31-Jul
Bold is mine!!!!!!! Thank you for that info!!!!!!!
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      07-19-2013, 11:58 AM   #146
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Oh ok that definitely makes sense. So there are about 500 IS models total? Where are you finding this info? The most common IS is Le Mans blue with exclusive blue?

That interior would be so much better if the blue was in the doors like the CR is.

If only I could get imola, estoril, or Laguna seca....
BP provided the initial VIN ranges off W-W bill of ladings, so that along with http://www.bmwarchive.org/vin/bmw-vin-decoder.html and a bunch of free time later, and I created a build database for 2013 135 coupes

Not sure if BMW individual is still avail on the 1 series (betting not), but BMW will paint them pretty much any color you want, provided you are willing to write a big enough check!
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      07-19-2013, 12:00 PM   #147
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Oh ok that definitely makes sense. So there are about 500 IS models total? Where are you finding this info? The most common IS is Le Mans blue with exclusive blue?

That interior would be so much better if the blue was in the doors like the CR is.

If only I could get imola, estoril, or Laguna seca....
How different is Vermillion Red vs. Imola?

I like that I'm 1 of 6 then according to Bama's new charts, but probably cause I cheaped out and got the leatherette! Ha!

I came very close to ordering blue water on my previous 135 and have seen it in person on several 128s, but no 135s, which I think may skew my take on it. It's a very pretty color, looks very European to me, but looks a little soft to me if that makes sense. Doesn't look mean or aggressive. Again, I've only seen in person on 128s. That one 135is in blue water we saw definitely looked interesting though and better than the titanium silver (which I used to have). I also know it has tortured mb135is since it was posted. =P

Also, Bama, I don't think individual was ever available on the 1-series.
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      07-19-2013, 12:05 PM   #148
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Also, Ian - I remember someone posting 3 BMW blues next to each other for a photoshoot, so was imperial blue vs lemans blue vs estoril blue. Not sure if this will help or hurt your decision:

http://www.f30post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=752179
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      07-19-2013, 12:16 PM   #149
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Looks like blue water is very close to silver stone. Very pretty on that 135 although I probably agree with the caption.

I love the lemans blue but to sure I want the most popular color out there. It almost takes away from it even though its only like 150 total. Apparently I have the same taste in colors as everyone else, AW and LBM.

Leaning more and more towards a combination like yours Mb.
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      07-19-2013, 12:21 PM   #150
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Just remember, you're talking about the "most popular color" on them, but there are so few of these cars to begin with. I think most of us may never even see a wild 135is out on the road in our everyday lives.

Just know you can't make a WRONG decision, and I'd also check to see how many spots are still available, unless you guys already secured that allocation for you and it's just a matter of figuring out the details.

I'll get my popcorn ready to watch your colors change throughout the day - AW, Lemans, Deep Sea, Space Gray. If you don't decide soon, you get Cashmere Silver with Taupe, I'm sorry! Those are the rules.
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I think I would love Le Mans if I didn't know estoril was out there haha. Vermillion is much more like a burgundy I think. imola is basically the estoril blue of the reds if that makes sense. Never seen a 135 in it though. My dealership is mostly 3's and 5's and not much more. I wish I could see a few in person... That would make it a lot easier.
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Yeah I understand, I've never seen one and work at a bmw dealership. I get impulsive so I'm sure ill just make some random decision and be done with it haha.

An estoril Blue 335i just pulled up, on a side note....
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      07-19-2013, 12:38 PM   #153
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Bama, Good stuff. I will post a link back from the "how many 135is thread"

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The Mineral Grey became quite popular. Must be all us folks copying greg the trend setter.

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How different is Vermillion Red vs. Imola?
Not even in the same galaxy. I wish the 1 came in what I consider an actual red color. Imola will be and is one of the greatest BMW colors ever offered. And Imola II (which is what I had) wasn't bad, either.

BW is not a mean/aggressive color, but on a 135i or a 135is, it accentuated its lines and purposeful design excellently. It's got more blue in it than Silverstone, which is also an awesome color.
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