Overview & Reviews
The 1 Series is BMW's all-new entry-level car available in coupe and convertible body styles.
- Options cause the price to skyrocket, iDrive makes navigation a no-go option.
User Reviews:
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Blast Your Socks Off - 2008 BMW 1-Series
By LovenMyBMW - July 3 - 9:43 amBought mine as a leftover 08. Got a great deal. Idrive, Nav, Cold Weather Pack, Sport Susp, Convert, Sport Seats, Active Steer, and whatever else they can add. Owned 3 weeks, rear quarter window switch went out. Replaced w/o a problem. Dealership is excellent! Gas mileage is a little poor. But I cant keep my foot out of it. This is a great little car for fun. Works well as an everyday driver. This car is amazing. Speed, handling are crazy. Do yourself a favor. Drive one and you will be SOLD. And resale is great.
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128i Convertible - 2008 BMW 1-Series
By Mike N. - May 23 - 4:42 pmI went from a Z4 to the 128i convertible and from manual to automatic transmission so there was an adjustment in expectations. Overall, I have been very happy with the 128. The build quality is outstanding. The handling is exceptional and the motor has plenty of punch, especially in manual shift mode. I love the way the car learns your driving style. The only negative is the standard sound system (not the premium pkg). Speaker placement makes it virtually inaudible with the top down at freeway speeds. The Z4 was better probably because the speakers were directly behind the seat.
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My one year review of my 135i Vert - 2008 BMW 1-Series
By Katera - May 22 - 3:45 pmAwesome...just awesome. My wife and I bought our Baby B a year ago for our 20th anniversary. We bought it specifically as a weekend car, hence the low miles. Our car is loaded with every option possible except for heated seats which we dont need in Houston. The car is stupidly fast, handles incredibly well and is built SOLID. I never really noticed a difference in build quality before with my American or Japanese cars...until I bought my first BMW. Tight is the only word that comes to mind. Since the 1 is still somewhat rare I get head turns everywhere I drive her. It really is an amazing car. p.s. We got a stick :p
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Great Small Car for Tall People!! - 2008 BMW 1-Series
By twolfe2 - May 14 - 1:44 pmI bought this car after being overseas for 2 years. I wanted a car that was fast and fun, but I didnt want the boy racer look that the Evo conveys. After two days of shopping looking at both American and foreign cars, I choose the 135, and I was not disappointed. It is small so you have all the maneuverability that you want, yet big enough that I was able to move from Jersey to DC with it. I have gotten many compliments from people on the car, as they are still relatively new. I got the Sedona Red Metallica color, and it looks awesome. Also I wanted a true sports car so I got a manual and the clutch is extremely smooth.
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Reasonably Practical Fun - 2008 BMW 1-Series
By Richard Schollen - March 5 - 9:36 pmI took delivery of the car just prior to the summer and got to enjoy the full on summer experience but wanted to live with it through a winter before writing a review. The verdict: invest in good set of snow tires and the car is almost as much fun in the winter as in the summer. The DSC system is totally effective at keeping things under control on snow packed roads. Switch it off and its donut time. All year round the power is enticing - smooth and unrelenting -if you keep your foot in it you will be in road-side vehicle seizure territory in a blink. Yes, the cabin is a bit tight and you wish for a few more cubbies and a bigger glovebox but the overall experience is worth it. Practical fun.
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1st 1,000 miles - 2008 BMW 1-Series
By 1st convertible bot - January 24 - 3:22 pmAll around solid, stays on road. Engine has a "low throaty" sound that sets off other car alarms - too cool! Small size is very convenient, fun and adds to the great acceleration. Quiet interior with top up, car suspension handles train track crossings and bumps with ease. In rain, excellent perf both from a handling, sound & water management. I have to admit, it is expensive and very unpractical, BUT it is a kick in the pants to drive and makes my commute fun! To hell with the economy and my crappy 401K perf - lets go for a drive!
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Great Car - 2008 BMW 1-Series
By tmitch18 - January 19 - 9:44 pmBeen looking forward to getting my 135 and its finally here. What a great car amazing engine of course and with better brakes than the new M3. Drove my brothers 09 M3 and this car felt almost as quick. I say felt because now I added the computer upgrade from Vishnu that brings my 135 to 400hp!! This car is now a monster! Of course the materials used in this car are not quite as nice but, for the money you cant go wrong.
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Happy Hatchback Owner - 2008 BMW 1-Series
By MunichLife - December 24 - 5:03 amI actually live in Germany and have the hatchback 118d version of the 1 series which I dont think is available in the US yet. It has been a superb choice, extremely fuel efficient in a country where gas has been even more expensive, an absolute blast to scoot around town in but with an interior comfortable enough for a ong trip. The business stereo package is incredible also. I am leasing now and will likely buy when I can.
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Of driving - 2008 BMW 1-Series
By 162WST - November 30 - 11:45 pm50/50 distribution, rock solid chassis, sweet six. I love the looks of this car. One of the few 2 door rear drive coupes. Good package for the money. Some understeer at lower speed. Great to tailwhip in the rain! Transmission could be smoother. Sports pack is nice.
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A great car - 2008 BMW 1-Series
By aletodo - November 30 - 8:58 pmIf you love driving this is the car you need to get. Fast, no turbo lag, unbelievable road feel when cornering, great brakes. The controls are intuitive, bluetooth works fine. Test drove an automatic however bought a manual (even without trying it) which I think is far superior. If you live in a cold climate and you are getting the Sports package have in mind that youll need winter tire/wheel combo - around $2500, this is if you go for the only BMW approved winter tire option.
