Anyone driven a 135i?
Discussion
I've always like the 135 models to look at. Even more so since the launch of the inevitable 1M which in my opinion is stunning (if not a little too lairy) but a good 25k out of reach!
A black 135 turned up on the forecourt of a dealership on my way to work and i'm really coming round to them.
Does anyone have any experiences with the 135? After a bit of research the early N54 engined models have pretty much the same engine as the 1M minus a few basic tweaks (exhaust/mapping) so it sounds quite tuneable (400hp+ achievable). I love naturally aspirated engines but do miss my old turbo days. The noise of the turbo spooling and the kick in the back when on boost!
I had a look around and a few basic mods would make one look very attractive, quads are a must!:
I love my car to bits but i usually change every year or two so i've got itchy feet! There really is nothing else which interests me under 996 turbo money. My other issue is I really don't need rear seats and my car may end up becoming less of a daily and more of a weekend toy. I currently drive an S54 engined Z3MR, not to everyone's taste but such fun to drive. I assume the S54 engine is a bit quicker stock but what about after mild mods (taking in to account the extra weight).
A black 135 turned up on the forecourt of a dealership on my way to work and i'm really coming round to them.
Does anyone have any experiences with the 135? After a bit of research the early N54 engined models have pretty much the same engine as the 1M minus a few basic tweaks (exhaust/mapping) so it sounds quite tuneable (400hp+ achievable). I love naturally aspirated engines but do miss my old turbo days. The noise of the turbo spooling and the kick in the back when on boost!
I had a look around and a few basic mods would make one look very attractive, quads are a must!:
I love my car to bits but i usually change every year or two so i've got itchy feet! There really is nothing else which interests me under 996 turbo money. My other issue is I really don't need rear seats and my car may end up becoming less of a daily and more of a weekend toy. I currently drive an S54 engined Z3MR, not to everyone's taste but such fun to drive. I assume the S54 engine is a bit quicker stock but what about after mild mods (taking in to account the extra weight).
Edited by shantybeater on Saturday 24th December 16:40
I had a 135i (the N54 version) for a year and it was a very good car and quite discreet if debadged. There are quite a few options to tune them up to 400bhp plus, have a look at 1addicts.com for details of the various tuning methods available.
I didn't have any problems with mine during the year except for the centre brakelight that was replaced twice under warranty as it cracked.
The 1M is a better car with better steering and feels quite a bit faster, but I wouldn't be disappointed to have a 135i again.
I didn't have any problems with mine during the year except for the centre brakelight that was replaced twice under warranty as it cracked.
The 1M is a better car with better steering and feels quite a bit faster, but I wouldn't be disappointed to have a 135i again.
greygoose said:
I had a 135i (the N54 version) for a year and it was a very good car and quite discreet if debadged. There are quite a few options to tune them up to 400bhp plus, have a look at 1addicts.com for details of the various tuning methods available.
I didn't have any problems with mine during the year except for the centre brakelight that was replaced twice under warranty as it cracked.
The 1M is a better car with better steering and feels quite a bit faster, but I wouldn't be disappointed to have a 135i again.
So you've upgraded to the 1M then? don't get me wrong if I had the £££ it would be an option but my price range is sub-20kI didn't have any problems with mine during the year except for the centre brakelight that was replaced twice under warranty as it cracked.
The 1M is a better car with better steering and feels quite a bit faster, but I wouldn't be disappointed to have a 135i again.
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