Used 2013 BMW 1 Series Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2013 1 Series, so we've included reviews for other years of the 1 Series since its last redesign.
Excellent car - mixed bag transmission
kjgood, 01/03/2015
2013 BMW 1 Series 135i 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
16 of 17 people found this review helpful
This is my second 135i convertible, and I have over 20k on this car at the time of this review. I was somewhat reluctant to order it with the then-new-to-the-135 7-speed dual-clutch transmission instead of the manual, but I was persuaded by the thought of the lightning-fast shifts and the advantage of being able to select between auto and manual modes. The reality is that in manual mode, and even auto mode for fast acceleration, the transmission is brilliant. But in stop-start, mundane "through the neighborhood" use (where you just want to leave it in auto-mode), the transmission is hesitant, clunky and confused. In other words, where you most want it to be an automatic, it is wanting.
You need fun? This car is it!
paulalee, 05/31/2016
2012 BMW 1 Series 128i 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
11 of 12 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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point1, 11/17/2011
2012 BMW 1 Series 128i 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
19 of 22 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.
Personal fun machine.
wagonguy1, 05/23/2011
2012 BMW 1 Series 128i 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
31 of 39 people found this review helpful
Ok, this car is pure fun, but in full disclosure I still have a luxury station wagon in the garage for guests and trips to Costco. Yes to celebrate my mid life and the fact that kid is out of the house I felt a red convertible with red interior would be a a great way to usher in this new phase in life. The car is fun, interior refined, the deep purr of the inline six is amazingly satisfying. It's everything a BMW is supposed to be. I do live in Florida and I drive it Miami-style: Top down, windows up and A/C at full blast. It get's stares, it's respectable at the stoplight and it's quick and nimble in traffic.
Great performance sports convertible
Bill, 01/26/2017
2013 BMW 1 Series 135i 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
This car is very well balanced and handles perfectly. Nice compact size with plenty of power and acceleration. It will give any car on the road a run for its money. Much less expensive than Porche, Vette, etc but as much or more fun and able to carry 2 additional passengers for short distances. Would recommend the BMW 135i to anyone who is a "driver"
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