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Used 2008 BMW 1 Series Coupe Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

Best Birthday Present Ever

Jesus, 06/27/2008
2008 BMW 1 Series 128i 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

After test driving I couldn't resist treating myself to this baby. Being on a relatively tight budget I custom ordered a pretty bare-bones model since the options add up so quickly. It was well worth the wait and the price. I've enjoyed every second in the car.

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3.75 out of 5 stars

Cheap materials

David Rodriguez, 04/17/2010
2008 BMW 1 Series 128i 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful

I had my car for almost 2 years now and I'm on my fifth third brake light, I had the driver's window motor replaced twice passenger side airbag sensor once and now my fog lights lenses are cracked and BMW says that it is because of impact and not covered by warranty so I have to deal with them using cheap plastic in their cars which I don't think is fair

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4.5 out of 5 stars

The Ultimate Driving Machine

noushin, 02/05/2010
2008 BMW 1 Series 128i 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful

I used to have a 325 until 3 years ago when I sold it due to high maintenance cost and leased a Mercedes C230. It was such a "trouble-free" car, but I missed my BMW since the day I lost it. I had my eye on the 1 series and it was worth all the wait. I have a 128 coupe with M1, Sport and Premium package. The car practically flies, it handles marvelously and I even like the feel of the "run-flat" tires. Can't wait to finish work and come to my car....

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Amazing Performance

rp401k, 07/12/2009
2008 BMW 1 Series 135i 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful

Relentless acceleration, great engine sound, and fantastic handling. Regular mode for automatic is like an economy mode in normal driving. Sport mode feels like a manual in that it holds a gear and quickly downshifts. Do not really use paddle shifters very much.There is plenty of room in front and the rear is acceptable if average size. Rear is difficult to access. Top mounted seat position adjusters are very handy for this. Careful driving results in excellent gas mileage. Ride is acceptable, and would be much better without run flats. Great visibility and very nice interior. At first sport seats seemed confining, but now they feel very comfortable. I enjoy each chance I have to drive it.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Fun to drive.

Danny, 01/03/2009
2008 BMW 1 Series 128i 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

My 128i coupe is the only one left in this country with red leather & black ext. It is equipped with Premium, Sport, and Cold packages. It is very stable, you can't feel driving over 70 mph. Handling and corning are smooth. Overall of this vehicle is fun to drive with, but too expensive to own it. MBenz C300 sport is worth of buying, they're nearly the same price.

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