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4.88 out of 5 stars

Powerfull, small but big enough

Larry, 11/01/2009
2009 BMW 1 Series 135i 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Made a switch from Audi because we wanted a small coupe. We have a TT and it is wonderful but does not have usable back seat. We got the M package of the 135i. This car has a very smooth powerful engine. Turbo lag is hardly noticeable. Took it on a 1100 mile trip and found it to be a very nice drive. Quiet, comfortable seats, small and maneuverable. It is a great car. Run flat tires have not been a problem so far with only 4000 mi. I would buy again only I would not buy jet black paint. It shows everything and scratches easily.

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5 out of 5 stars

Hold ON

First-time, 07/14/2009
2009 BMW 1 Series 128i 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Great car. Excellent feel with the driver. Fun and practical and affordable enough for the trip to and from work. Price is reasonable if you get just the Premium package with heated seats. You don't need the 135, wonderful fast car but overkill for DD.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

BMW 135i

JaxbeachFL 135i, 01/14/2010
2009 BMW 1 Series 135i 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Options m sport package, leather, upgraded stereo, cold weather, automatic transmission, bluetooth, I initially wanted one with a manual transmission and an ipod only but it was nearly impossible to find one. I've driven it for 3 months and it has been fantastic. The engine is amazing, the suspension wonderful, and the handling razor sharp. my biggest complaints ... I initially thought it was ugly... but it grew on me... road nice can be loud. I worry about BMW reliability. a few squeaks and rattles...

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4.88 out of 5 stars

The Perfect Size

Michael, 03/01/2010
2009 BMW 1 Series 128i 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I eagerly awaited the debut of the 1 series here in the states after having read much about the European model. After test driving the 1, it was clear that it would become my new driver. Beautiful throaty exhaust note, rock solid build quality and the legendary BMW straight six makes it a dream drive! I much prefer the size of the 1 series over that of the 3, and to me, it is the spiritual successor to the original 2002.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Great styling!!

128i, 04/27/2010
2009 BMW 1 Series 128i 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Being about 6'3'' and weighing in at about 265, there aren't many performance cars that can comfortably seat someone who is 'big. HOWEVER, this car offered me more head room than my traded in almost new Americam made truck!My 2 adult sons osed to call my trade in lots of very nasty names and finally I decided to buy my dream car before I expire. The standard package is impressive on the 09's and the car has handled very well. I get 24 mpg on normal driving, which is not too bad.The sunroof is enormous and one almost feels like he is riding in a convertable. A blast to drive, the 128i is a terrific entry level car.

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