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.
Put together with tape and super glue
woodthrush, 06/20/2012
2011 BMW 1 Series 128i 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
8 of 15 people found this review helpful
I bought this car brand new in October 2011 from a dealership in Richmond. My assumption was the BMW brand meant that even though it is an entry level series, the car would be quality. I was wrong. It's not even 2 years old and is falling apart. So far, my driver side window broke because it randomly had debris in it, the tail light has fallen off twice, the passenger seat panel ripped off when a friend tried to move the seat back and the lights on the radio fade in the heat. I am very careful with this car, rarely have passengers, ALWAYS hand wash/wax it myself and yet it has all these problems. My next car will be a Honda before the warranty ends on this one.
My first BMW 128i
ksford, 12/29/2011
2012 BMW 1 Series 128i 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
10 of 20 people found this review helpful
My first BMW 128i Coupe is a great purchase decision. It is FUN, responsive, comfortable, easy to operate, & has good driver visibilty. I bought the 128i after months of research and test driving other competitors like Audi, Mercedes, etc. I was looking for a personal "driving experience" for my comutes to work and one that allowed me to enjoy high quality workmanship that only cars of that class can consistently produce. The 128i is purely BMW! Recommend the Sports Package (sport seats are very nice), BMW IDrive, Premium & Convenience packages at a minumum (elevates the BMW driving experience). Pricey, maybe... but it's a BMW. Besides, who buys a BMW to save money?
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Love my tanning machine!
Dd, 12/14/2015
2011 BMW 1 Series 128i 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I enjoy driving this car with the top down as much as possible. If climate change, it just takes a second to put the top up, well maybe two ! I get compliments on the car often . If you want to have passengers or lots of storage, this is not for you. But if you are looking for a great ride, this is it. I used to drive a winding canyon every day to go to work. Great way to start and end my day just love it!
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BMW 135i is Fantastic
bmw_driver_, 07/03/2011
2012 BMW 1 Series 135i 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
12 of 33 people found this review helpful
I have been incredibly pleased with my 2012 135i since getting it three weeks ago. It is powerful,responsive and a lot of fun to drive. The 7 speed double clutch transmission is fast and smooth. I was a bit sceptical at first, as I am used to using a standard manual transmission with a manual clutch, but I am a convert now. I could never shift as smoothly or as fast as I can with the automated double clutch system. I got the navigation system, which comes with iDrive. It is very intuitive and works very well. It is very easy to change map views or enter destinations. The voice activation sis a bit iffy while driving with air conditioning on, frequently misunderstanding commands.
Genuinely fun and reliable car.
Dylanb , 03/11/2024
2011 BMW 1 Series 128i 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The n52 engine is a known reliable engine. In the size of this car it makes it feel super quick. Same engine as most of the x28is out there. In this small of a package is great.
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