Out with the Old, in with the ONE

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No worries, I'm still keeping the Z. You may have seen my past threads on a new daily, I was considering anything from a Golf R to E90 M3 CPO and everything in between but I ultimately settled on a 2013 135is. I was able to scoop up a new one for over 14% below MSRP after negotiations, incentives and rebates.

Car is loaded with Premium, Technology, M-sport, DCT, heated front seats and HK surround. I couldn't stop smiling on my way home, the Le Mans blue is really impressive (way better than it shows in pictures). I didn't even take the car past 3000 rpms and I had no problem picking up speed when merging on the freeway.

First impressions (after 20 miles)...

1) The run flats aren't as bad as I remember and this was coming home on I-95 crossing the GWB into NJ.

2) The exhaust sound is intoxicating. I can see how some think the drone might get tiresome over time but I don't mind it at all

3) NO lag which is a pleasant surprise! When I test drove my friend's 135is DCT few weeks ago, I was shocked at the throttle response lag, especially when trying to merge onto a highway. That car was an early build so not sure if there's been a software update but there is no lag whatsoever. Press gas, car moves.

4) The "I-drive" or whatever this last iteration is called is more intuitive but still not great. I'll have to play around with it some more

5) Car is perfect size for a modern day sport coupe. The back seats are still usable, overall visibility is good and the seats provide good side and lumbar support (my factory M-sport seats on the Z4 were terrible in that regard).

6) Brakes are very smooth and linear. On the 335i I drove couple years ago, I was surprised how sensitive the brakes were. The slightest touch would grab hard. On the Z, it was the opposite. You would really have to apply pressure to get the initial deceleration. This is right in the middle, very linear and smooth, not overly touchy/sensitive.


Out with the old




In with the ONE




and the Z of course




Factory exhaust note

PPK installed at VDC

[inTgr8r]

Congrats....
Looks like a great DD



You hung onto your G a lot longer than I did.
I really liked both gens of the G35 that I had, but I got bored with them very quickly.
I could definitely get used to the 135is as a daily.

[Incompatible]

Good to hear you're keeping the Z and staying with us. Very nice for a DD.

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Originally Posted by inTgr8r

Congrats....
Looks like a great DD



You hung onto your G a lot longer than I did.
I really liked both gens of the G35 that I had, but I got bored with them very quickly.
I could definitely get used to the 135is as a daily.

110k and still going strong. To be honest, the G is staying with the Family. Gave my folks the G because they need a smaller car that handles snow better. I took their 05 Chrysler for the trade-in.

Originally Posted by Incompatible

Good to hear you're keeping the Z and staying with us. Very nice for a DD.

Thanks man, 2 totally different cars but both are great!

[Finnegan]

Congratulations! Great choice, but you know I'm biased towards the 1er. I think BMW is finally getting the software (lag/DCT) and braking force right. Looks like lots of fun for a DD!

[gtMc]

NIIICE.... I cant wait to get out in it for a good strong drive. we'll have to head up to the reservoirs one of these fall weekends....

Also - what do you think of the interior so far?

post a few more pcis of it when you can.

[Kgolf31]

Completely agree with the observations on the 1er.

Mine, minus some power, is a blast to drive as well. If you want to trade exhausts, please let me know

The interior quality on mine is awesome, the seats provide more lumbar support than my Z actually, surprising (I have the M Sports Package)

Enjoy!

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Originally Posted by Finnegan

Congratulations! Great choice, but you know I'm biased towards the 1er. I think BMW is finally getting the software (lag/DCT) and braking force right. Looks like lots of fun for a DD!

Thanks Fin, unfortunately only managed to log 30 miles day 1. Still waiting for my clear bra appointment before I really take her out to some of the back roads.

Originally Posted by Kgolf31

Completely agree with the observations on the 1er.

Mine, minus some power, is a blast to drive as well. If you want to trade exhausts, please let me know

The interior quality on mine is awesome, the seats provide more lumbar support than my Z actually, surprising (I have the M Sports Package)

Enjoy!

Thanks friend, I'll keep you in mind if I ever get tired of it but so far, slim chance =P

[Jroc]

We're planning on adding a 135 to the stable soon as well. Awesome DD

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Originally Posted by gtMc

NIIICE.... I cant wait to get out in it for a good strong drive. we'll have to head up to the reservoirs one of these fall weekends....

Also - what do you think of the interior so far?

post a few more pcis of itwhen you can.

I like the interior a lot. At first I wanted something bare bones, so nothing would detract from the driving experience. But I also realized I'd want the most comfortable car if it's my daily so the navigation isn't so bad. Plus it's a nice interface for the car. The car has a good balance of creature comforts but still manages a simple layout for the driver.

Sorry, no wide angle lens for me...

Boston black leather w/ "exclusive" blue stitching, can also see the blue piping on the carpet mats



Black headliner



M steering wheel (similar to Z but also has button for AC/heat)



DCT lever, and wouldn't be a BMW w/o a crappy cupholder design

[VinnieAces]

Nice! Your stable has just been upgraded! The driveway must look sick with both bimmers parked

[Walkurie]

Congrats! Give us an update once it gets through the winter. Curious to see how a nice 1er will do in the snow.

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Originally Posted by VinnieAces

Nice! Your stable has just been upgraded! The driveway must look sick with both bimmers parked

Ha yes I must say I'm a little proud to have both cars, not because of the roundel or anything like that by just because they both represent true drivers cars IMO.

Originally Posted by tbalutis

Congrats! Give us an update once it gets through the winter. Curious to see how a nice 1er will do in the snow.

Have Blizzaks waiting in storage, imagine it'll be just as good as the Z was during the first year I had her. Anything under 8" was fine, anything over and you start plowing but at that point no real reason to go out.

[gtMc]

Nice shots, that's looking excellent. I like the blue stitching on the black leather. and a black headliner is money. overall its a great looking ride.