Ah, that's exactly what I was wondering. Model year 2011 started using the N55 and that's what I will look for then. Thanks!
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Ah, that's exactly what I was wondering. Model year 2011 started using the N55 and that's what I will look for then. Thanks!
I like the idea of a nimble compact sports sedan that's fun to drive; manual trans of course. But, I haven't driven one yet, so I can't say the 1 is the one.
The small trucks have certainly vanished from the market. It is interesting how some of the 1/2 ton trucks are more efficient than than the small guys. At this point the Tacoma is a very old vehicle. The Nissan is as well. If nothing else the Colorado/Canyon is new. I hope they bring the diesel option onboard as predicted.
Given the age of the competitors, it shouldn't be hard! I didn't realize they still had rust problems. I knew the 90's and early 00's were notorious for rust. I just googled it on the newer models and it seems to be quite rampant.
I forgot to ask, tell me why HIDs are useless? Have you ever drive a car with them?
My 2009 535xi has the N54 3.0L I6 twin turbo. The turbo has been fine in it, I'm almost at 100k. Known as the Wastegate settlement N54 turbos are warrantied for 8yrs or 82k miles from the original purchase. The HPFP fail, which was covered under the regular warranty- but I believe that was extended to 10yrs or 100k miles. The last problem big problem here are the fuel injectors, which I don't believe My car has had an issue with either. At least those are the least expensive items to fix if they break.
Despite the little engineering/reliability issues, it's a fantastic engine. Makes buying the old e60 v8 a complete waste of money. The drivetrain hasn't really been an issue for me- the electronics and suspension maintenance have been the big things.
That said, don't buy a 1-series. IMO they're too cheap and skimpy. Get a 3 coupe or a z4.
I personally would and easily take a 128i over any forced induction BMW. If you're into tuning and modding well the N54/N55 is the only way to really go but if you're not and looking for a BMW to drive in the traditional sense - naturally aspirated straight-six, manual transmission, RWD, relatively small (in comparison to the E9X), the E82 128i is the BMW to get. Any problems you get with the 1er you get in the 3er (pretty much the same electronics) but you save yourself any engine problems with the bulletproof N52 which is so underrated (in discussion) because of how good the N54/N55 is.
Some American cars have seperate turn signal signal indicators. My Daewoo does.
@A.Goldberg, HID are blinding for the most part. Also mind you that ill be putting in 7Watt LED fog bulbs, NOT 50W bulbs.
I said domestic market - ie American. Your Daewoo was most likely made in Korea, and extensively sold world wide. I've even had the misfortune to drive a UK model for a couple of days.
Not a bad idea to go with the 128i. With the sport package, other options and manual, it could still be a fun car. I'm not looking to race it and am more interested in nimble handling. The regular straight six is a great engine.
I guess it's my love for factory FI, tuning, etc., but no way I'd go with a 128 over a 135.
I agree with this. The NA I6 is a pretty pedestrian engine. N55 or no go IMOI guess it's my love for factory FI, tuning, etc., but no way I'd go with a 128 over a 135.
Those Hi-pressured fuel pumps of the old N55 were a real problem for a couple years.. I wouldn't touch the car without a warranty.. Lot of money to fix from what I read on the bimmer forums
I checked Carmax for 1 and 3 series BMWs with manual trans and out of 63 cars, just one was manual. Seems like Americans have been getting lazy.
DCT - the [later generation] BMW sequential system - is pretty sweet. I love a manual, but honestly, if I was considering a car where a SG was an option, I'd give it very serious consideration.
That's a valid point, but you have to remember that the 3 series is basically America's lease king.
They are dime a dozen in any upper class neighborhood. And the overwhelming majority of those are stripper 320i/328i with vinyl seats, halogens, and maybe GPS. The 6MT cars actually lease higher than the stripper AT models.
I remember looking for a used 335xi a few months ago. They were pretty hard to find in loaded form. All of them lacked many key options.
The N55 + DCT combo only came to the 1 and 3 series very late in their product cycle. The 135is and 335is got the DCT, but BMW has really reserved them for the M cars.
If I could find a clean CPO 135/335is, it's a wrap. I'd buy it.
You're thinking of the N54. Early N55s also exhibited the HPFP problems, but that was because they were still using the older HPFP revision from the N54 era. They have since been updated multiple times and BMW good-wills them out of warranty.
However, I do agree. I'm not buying any used BMW with no warranty.
Luxury cars with luxury maintenance costs is diabolical to some people.
It's no surprise that a high end luxury car loses most of its value after 10 years, just with any other car.
There is nothing to back this up, people in my area have had flawless service from their 2012 C63s.
It is, he doesn't care about oncoming drivers, earlier in the thread he said he wanted to have dim LED DRL fogs, now he's saying he wants them to be as powerful as high beams... and still DRL.
Is it legal to commit crime? No. People don't always get caught, but most eventually do and when that happens you will be fined.
7watt LED are just as bright as 50watt halogens, what are you talking about?!
He failed to do basic maintenance and somehow conned insurance into sorting it for him? God knows.
Nothing to back it up? Im not lying lol. Other than getting him to do a quote for you can't see what I can do pmsl. I love that car of his and love driving it when I can and Im in no way saying they are all the same but it stopped me buying one as he is the only person I know with one and the experience he is having is shocking for a top car. Plus the Merc aftersales is not that great too.
Matt, basically what lucasfer899 said. You're comparing apples to oranges here.
So the convertible version of the new 6th Gen Camaro is going to be revealed on Wed - from the promo video, it shows "one touch" retract, and it has solid rear tonneau, so it appears it's going to be retractable at speed (and have an implementation quite a bit like the C7 Vert). While the new car isn't a radical departure, it's definitely got the right updates in the right place (weight, chassis, drivetrain). I think a 455HP SS convertible with an 8-speed auto would make a _nice_ cruiser
Video:
A few small/low-res photos were leaked (apparently posted too soon on the Chevy site ), here's a few, very nice looking as a convertible:
Video:
A few small/low-res photos were leaked (apparently posted too soon on the Chevy site
), here's a few, very nice looking as a convertible:
Yeah, it really makes the design look more lean and athletic. I love how it really makes the side and rear fender sculpting stand out.
Saw this one parked on campus today. I didn't immediately recognize the guy who got in it, but I think it was Russ Smith(Memphis Grizzlies). Given where it was parked on campus and the building where the guy who jumped into it came from, I'm sure it belonged to a recent NBA draft pick.
I also saw Guorgi Dieng get into a more modest Audi
I also saw Guorgi Dieng get into a more modest Audi