Thoughts on the new 1-series

[kramerica5000]

I wanted to know what you all think of this since its the closest thing to a descendant of our car that BMW has to offer.

http://news.windingroad.com/body-stylesmarket-segment/hatchbacks/bmw-source-confirms-gti-killing-135i-for-us-market/

I like the idea, but I just can't get past BMW's styling these days. I hate all the crimples and creases. I wish they would get back to the elegant simplicity of the old days.

Apparently there won't be a four cylinder until they develop a "proper turbo" four, maybe a descendant of the M42?

[m42 fan]

I wouldn't touch the hatchback with a stick. Make it a coupe/sedan though.....

[asubimmer]

pretty cool but I'd like to see it in person

[jpod999]

In person these cars are sick! Like our cars there ain't much rear legroom though...I really like the 1 series, way glad that it is coming to the US.

[kramerica5000]

Here's a pic:

http://cache.jalopnik.com/assets/resources/2007/01/bmw_1series_3door.jpg

more here: http://jalopnik.com/cars/news/were-getting-it-bmw-135i-coming-to-us-229566.php

[jpod999]

Trust me, the pictures don't do this car justice. Wait until you have seen one in person to pass judgement on it.

[Froos]

They are going on sale only now in the US? Ther's a 130i cup in NL, they race as a support act for my race series
Here's a couple of pics:
On that note, my race series will be the support act for the Champcar series 2nd and 9th of august case anybody is interested

[dude8383]

In person these cars are sick! Like our cars there ain't much rear legroom though...I really like the 1 series, way glad that it is coming to the US.

honestly, i would beg to differ. a friend of mine, 6ft 2in, fit in the back COMFORTABLY a couple of days ago. i couldn't get over it...i just sat there looking at him with pure amazement. i kept asking over and over, are you sure you're comfortable back there?!

Its actually quite roomy back there...at least in a 2 door.

[D. Clay]

The M Coupe was dog looking until it became associated with the performance. Then it looked HAWT!
The 1 Series M has 265 HP in the UK Version and goes for US$55K and up. Leather, metallic, electronic gewgaws, take it to US$70. That's pricey but that's all of the new Bimmers.

[StreetSpec_iS]

been on sale here for a few years, or whenever they came out, can't remember. i really like them, an I plan on picking up a used 130i in a few years. with a few mods, and some nice suspension and rubber, I imagine they would be fun as hell.

right now, the used market is still too high, and I wouldn't waste my time with a 120i or lower.

My mother is thinking of a 3dr 120i when they come out.