BMW 123d opinions

[dannytherev]

Hi just wondered if anyone has any experiences of these cars (both MSport and SE models) thanks in advance ooops forgot to say hatch model not coupe

[Trikster]

Very impressed with mine, but one thing to consider, if you're doing lots of mway miles you might want to consider the 120d instead. The shorter 6th gear on the 123d does impact economy at those speeds

As an engine tho v impressive

[russy01]

Not hugely sold on looks in or out.

However performs solidly, was a good match for the 888 CDTI. Well not a match, but he gave a good run for the money.

Good residuals, good solid engine and quite refined for a derv.

[dannytherev]

Won't be doing many m way miles also have driven the 120d and 130i(was very impressed with both cars) and was thinking that the 123d is a good middle car

[Regiment]

The hatchbacks are hideous cars and never seen the appeal of them, the coupe does look nice though

[V8A*ndy]

Mnonsense is the only trim option to really consider.

These are truly great cars, though there has been many problems with clutch judder and they can wear those runflats rather badly around the edge of the tyre (just today £372 for 2 new fronts on the wifes).

123d all the way, but if you go for a 120d and can afford it, BMW do a 197 power upgrade for the 120d. It's more than just an ECU flash and fully warranted.

Has to be Msport trim. The rest of the models don't cut it. You might not like the seats though.

[hornetrider]

Regiment said:

The hatchbacks are hideous cars and never seen the appeal of them, the coupe does look nice though

I do agree with this.

[TVaRt]

Very impressive for a diesel! The power doesn't tail off like the 120d due to the second turbo. Get it mapped and your good for 250bhp+. In real life with some A roads and and town driving and some leathering it now and again it averages 45mpg. Steering for me is a little woolly, but the chassis tight and responsive (m sport)

[TVaRt]

hornetrider said:

I do agree with this.

Interesting that you rate a car primarily by it's looks, true petrolhead!

[dannytherev]

hornetrider said:

I do agree with this.

Cheers for that mate been looking for a replacement for my C2 for a while now and due to all sorts of different factors the 123d seems to come out with the best answers (for me anyway) cheap tax great mpg great handling(needed for those Welsh a road blasts) and goes really well don't mind the looks either

Edited by dannytherev on Tuesday 15th February 19:21

[Regiment]

TVaRt said:

Interesting that you rate a car primarily by it's looks, true petrolhead!

That and I've never seen a man driving a 1 series hatchback, they're purely ment for business women who can't afford a 3 series.

[V8A*ndy]

Regiment said:

TVaRt said:

Interesting that you rate a car primarily by it's looks, true petrolhead!

they're purely ment for business women who can't afford a 3 series.

They why is my missus currently thinking of a 1M over an M3??????

[TVaRt]

Regiment said:

That and I've never seen a man driving a 1 series hatchback, they're purely ment for business women who can't afford a 3 series.

You want to check the price of a 123d m sport with options!?

[Baz Tench]

Regiment said:

That and I've never seen a man driving a 1 series hatchback, they're purely ment for business women who can't afford a 3 series.

[Regiment]

V8A*ndy said:

They why is my missus currently thinking of a 1M over an M3??????

A dirty secret?

[V8A*ndy]

Ohh did I mention Xenons?!?!.

They are a must on the 1er as the boggo lights arn't up to much and they also make the car look much more agressive.

I drive my wifes all the time and I can hustle it along just as quick as my 340hp iS in the twisties.

[dannytherev]

V8A*ndy said:

Ohh did I mention Xenons?!?!.

They are a must on the 1er as the boggo lights arn't up to much and they also make the car look much more agressive.

I drive my wifes all the time and I can hustle it along just as quick as my 340hp iS in the twisties.

Funny you should say that one of the cars I've been looking at on ebay has xenons

[TVaRt]

Well maybe women do own them quite often... My wife owns ours. Doesnt make them a womens car or a 3 series sub. We chose the 123d over a 320d m sport.

[hornetrider]

dannytherev said:

Cheers for that mate

Sorry fella, I calls it how I sees it

TVaRt said:

hornetrider said:

I do agree with this.

Interesting that you rate a car primarily by it's looks, true petrolhead!

I thought we were talking derv tractors here?

Look, I appreciate a good drivers car, believe me. I've never driven a 1 series so can't comment on how they drive. However one presumes the hatch and coupe drive the same - and given the choice betwixt coupe and hatchwagon I would plump for the coupe every time... the hatch just doesn't float my boat I'm afraid.

Capiche?

[BrabusMog]

I think in terms of purely satisfying names to say it is the top choice. "What do you drive?" "Oh, a 123d," just rolls of the tongue beautifully.

Had one when my old car was in for a bit of work and I found the engine very pleasing and, having never driven a rear wheel drive hatch before, a lot of fun.