Used 2012 BMW 1 Series Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2012 1 Series, so we've included reviews for other years of the 1 Series since its last redesign.
Worthy of the "Ultimate Driving machine" slogan.
dvanos, 11/24/2011
2011 BMW 1 Series 135i 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful
Had the car for about year now, no regrets. As a diehard BMW fan I was afraid BMW was shifting towards too much technology and not enough fun driving. I was wrong, the 135i is just about perfect, and it relives my days of the E46 330 but better. It has the right combination of sport/comfort for everyday use, it's NOT a track car. Get the 1M if you track your car. The 135i is a great daily driver with gobs of power and handling to exceed anyone who drives on the street. The seats are comfy and the interior is typical BMW fare with driver orientated controls. Handling is great with the exception of some understeer. The brakes are superb with great stopping power and awesome brake feel.
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point1, 11/17/2011
2012 BMW 1 Series 128i 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
18 of 21 people found this review helpful
Finding this car with a minimum of dealer added extras is difficult and may entail European delivery. Nonetheless, I was in a market that allowed me to shop amongst dealers. I drove a number of coupes and sports cars and failed to find a car that met this one's road handling, acceleration and overall value. The engine's quiet purr and the solid feel one gets from the steering wheel needs to be experienced and balanced against the competition at this price.
You need fun? This car is it!
paulalee, 05/31/2016
2012 BMW 1 Series 128i 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
I wanted a convertible for the few months each year we get good weather, and I wanted one that felt solid--handled tightly, felt 'close to the ground' when maneuvering, and something that screamed high quality. I hit the jackpot with this car. Everything about it is well made, functions at a high level, and you will still beat everyone out of the intersections! Having this car has been a crutch of sorts, in that when I'm having a bad day and get into this car after work, all is fun again.
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Really fun to drive
kyletran, 02/23/2011
2011 BMW 1 Series 135i 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Nothing to complain about this car, it put a smile on my face every time i step on the gas pedal, love how it perform.
First BMW
pleng, 06/17/2012
2011 BMW 1 Series 128i 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
I was looking for a fun car with a convertible top and the 128 was just right. Luckily found a certified 2011 with only 14K miles and got the price break and power train warranty to 100K. A key factor was trunk space since I plan on using the car for trips in my retirement. It will hold a 25 inch roller bag flat and a 22 on its side, and even more in the back seat - great for such a small car I am an engineer and I am impressed with the build quality of this least expensive BMW.
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