06-27-2007, 04:03 PM
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Originally Posted by blue8
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Did you see the back? If you think the front is bad, wait until you see the back!!!
http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=499
I just threw up a little in my mouth.
Absolutely disgusting:
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06-27-2007, 04:21 PM
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Oh boy, looks.... Korean?
I'd rather spend the money rebuilding and modernizing a 2002 from the 70's.
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06-27-2007, 04:40 PM
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Originally Posted by dutchmasterflex
Oh boy, looks.... Korean?
I'd rather spend the money rebuilding and modernizing a 2002 from the 70's.
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Exactly, that is what two friends said too. Looks very much like an Hyundai or Kia. Typical Asian econo-box.
In all fairness, the hatchback does look A LOT better:
Then again, I guess that isn't saying too much. 
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06-27-2007, 04:53 PM
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It looks really weird...
But, all the bimmers in the last years looked ugly to me on pictures, but then when I saw them in meat, they looked way better, and I really love almost all of them.
Not sure about this one, but it sure doesn't look good on pics 
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06-27-2007, 05:03 PM
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haha, yeah with all that I said, I'd still love a 130i hatch 
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06-27-2007, 05:26 PM
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I am waiting for the official pics, and then comment. There is a reason for everything, as they say. I'm sure I'm gonna like it (the back, I already love the front) when I see it on the street.
"The new BMW 1 Series Coupé
27/06/2007
BMW is extending the 1 Series line-up in the UK with a new model consisting of a brace of high performance twin-turbocharged engines and a diesel capable of a frugal 58.9mpg. The new BMW 1 Series Coupé goes on sale in the UK in November and will be available in 120d, 123d and 135i guises. The 135i marks the first time a twin-turbo petrol engine has powered a 1 Series, while the launch of the 123d heralds the introduction of the world’s most powerful production four-cylinder diesel engine.
The flagship of the range is the BMW 135i with its 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged petrol powerplant. Offering 306hp from its light alloy and magnesium straight-six engine, the 135i is capable of accelerating from zero to 62mph in 5.3 seconds before going on to an electronically-limited top speed of 155mph. Peak torque of 400Nm from just 1,300rpm through to 5,000rpm ensures smooth yet rapid progress and in-gear flexibility.
Courtesy of High Precision Direct Injection for the most efficient burn of fuel mix and Bi-VANOS variable valve technology combined with lightweight engineering principles, the BMW 135i is capable of frugal motoring while maintaining its top end performance. The 2,979cc engine posts a 30.7mpg figure on the combined cycle and a CO2 emissions figure of 220g/km. BMW’s EfficientDynamics programme seeks to boost engine performance while at the same time cut fuel consumption and emissions. Second generation High Precision Direct Injection and Brake Energy Regeneration are both elements of EfficientDynamics deployed on the 135i Coupé.
Frugal yet sporting
The BMW 135i is joined in the range by another twin-turbocharged model to offer a unique blend of performance and economical motoring. The 204hp four-cylinder engine in the BMW 123d Coupé sets a benchmark for small diesels. Its 1,995cc powerplant is the world’s first all aluminium diesel to have an output per litre figure in excess of 100hp – something only BMW M cars usually attain. It is also the first four-cylinder production diesel to come with twin-turbo technology. Peak torque is 400Nm from 2,000rpm, while the engine revs to in excess of 4,400rpm where peak power is attained. This performance equates to a zero to 62mph time of 7.0 seconds and a top speed of 148mph – previously unheard of figures in such small capacity production diesels. By comparison the output of the four-cylinder BMW 123d betters that of established six-cylinder diesel engines from both Audi and Mercedes.
The BMW 123d Coupé also makes financial sense. Its 138g/km emissions figure sees it fall into the Band C Vehicle Excise Duty tier while the fuel consumption figure on the combined cycle is 54.3mpg. It is aided in this by the use of elements from BMW’s renowned EfficientDynamics programme. The 123d comes with Auto Start-Stop technology, Brake Energy Regeneration, third-generation common-rail fuel injection, a diesel particulate filter, active aerodynamics, Electric Power Steering and low rolling resistance tyres.
For customers seeking an entry point into the new 1 Series Coupé range, the 120d offers another option of style, driving dynamics and parsimonious motoring. Its 1,995cc four-cylinder engine mixes a 177hp output and a zero to 62mph time of 7.6 seconds with 58.8mpg economy and emissions of just 128g/km. The same EfficientDynamics technologies used on the 123d are also deployed on the 120d.
Dynamic capability
Like every BMW before it, except xDrive models, the new BMW 1 Series Coupé has 50:50 weight distribution and a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive configuration for the best in driving dynamics. To offer the most compliant yet sporting ride and the best in directional stability, the 1 Series Coupé has a double-joint spring strut front axle arrangement with a five-link rear suspension. Such an arrangement allows engineers greater scope in fine tuning the ride characteristics of the car.
Dynamic Stability Control is standard on the 120d Coupé to act as an electronic safety blanket for the driver. Dynamic Traction Control is a further function of DSC that permits a greater degree of wheelslip for more spirited driving. The BMW 123d and the 135i come as standard with Dynamic Stability Control+ with its five additional safety features of Soft Stop, Hill start assistant, Brake Drying, Brake pre-tensioning and Brake fade compensation. In addition to this the 135i Coupé has a high performance braking system featuring six-piston callipers for greater retardation.
Design
The BMW 1 Series Coupé uses the same architecture as the three- and five-door models, but is shrouded in an elongated coupé body to emphasise the sporting nature of the car. The 1 Series Coupé is 4,360mm long (133mm more than other 1 Series) and 1,934mm wide (1mm more). The slight increase in body size means the boot space swells from 350-litres to 370-litres. A standard 60:40 rear seat split permits greater load flexibility allowing for items to be stored in place of one or both rear seat occupants.
The BMW 120d Coupé will be available in ES, SE and M Sport guises, while the 123d Coupé will be offered in SE and M Sport and the 135i Coupé just as an M Sport. M Sport raises the specification bar by including 17-inch light alloy wheels on the 120d and 123d Coupé but unique 18-inch light alloy wheels on the 135i Coupé, M Aerodynamic package, M Sports suspension, Sports seats, High-gloss Shadowline exterior trim, M leather steering wheel, M designation door sills and Anthracite headlining.
Prices for all three models will be announced closer to the on sale date.
Model//Power-Hp/Torque-Nm/Zero-62 mph-Seconds/Top SpeedMph/Combined-Mpg/
BMW 120d Coupé 177 350 7.6 141 58.9
BMW 123d Coupé 204 400 7.0 148 54.3
BMW 135i Coupé 306 400 5.3 155* 30.7
* Electronically-limited
Source: BMW UK : News
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06-28-2007, 01:03 AM
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I seriously can't see the changes to the 6 right off the bat. Of course my brain is toast from the 6 days i just worked.
I've always liked the look of the 6 so i'm glad they didn't do anything drastic to it.
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06-28-2007, 01:13 PM
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06-28-2007, 01:29 PM
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Originally Posted by torquereport.com
BMW Releases Official Specs on the New BMW 135i Coupe...306HP and 0-62 MPH in 5.3 Seconds!
Most of the day today we were all gawking at the recent spy photos of the new BMW 135i Coupe that revealed the exterior sans camouflage. Click Here Well BMW UK went ahead and released the full specs of the UK version of the car. The big news is that they released the full specs on the 3.0L inline six-cylinder twin turbo engine in the 135i.
In the UK there will be three engines offered: two diesels, the 120d and 123d, which we probably won't receive in the US anytime soon, and the 135i.
The 135i will put out 306 horsepower and is capable of reaching 0-62 mph in 5.3 seconds and has a top speed of 155 mph! The 123d coupe also has a twin-turbocharged engine that puts out 204 horsepower. BMW boasts about the fact that the engine in the 123d is the world's most powerful 4-cylinder diesel engine. The 123d coupe also features Start-Stop Technology and Brake-Energy Regeneration. The 120d features a 177 horsepower 2.0L four-cylinder engine.
Pricing has yet to be released. It is still rumored that BMW is going to fully reveal the new car on July 1st.
UPDATE (06/28): The U.S. will get this car this October and it will be offered in two versions, the 128i and the 135i. The 128i will produce 230 horsepower and 200 lb.-ft. of torque. 18 inch wheels will also be standard.
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06-28-2007, 01:49 PM
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Originally Posted by thepest
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I'd have to disagree with you. The rear looks very uninspired to me. I've enjoyed all the Bangle-era BMWs except the X3 perhaps. But while that was bland, this one is ugly. Just my opinion though...
Anyway, BMW promises this car to deliver the ultimate driving experience. I believe that this car will perform and that it will more than make up for its styling.
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06-28-2007, 04:12 PM
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Originally Posted by thepest
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Wait and you are not biased? All of us are biased in one way or another. And what's wrong with hating? It doesn't look good and it doesn't look good.
Whether you like Bangle's Flame Surface or not, and I don't, this car's rear end looks cheap and uninspiring. It like Dutchmasterflex said, looks like a Econo-box. Like I said earlier the hatch looks way better.
At least the other Flame Surface designs in the 3er, 7er, and Z4, all have presence. It has the looks of a luxury car, it looks modern, it looks like it belongs. This one does not. (By the way, the Z4 is the only pulls of the Flame Surface design well.)
Then again, maybe I am just old school.
Although the 135i will be amazing! It is amazing in 10 years, a 135i will have more horsepower than my M3.
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06-28-2007, 11:06 PM
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[quote="blue8"]
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Originally Posted by thepest
I've enjoyed all the Bangle-era BMWs except the X3 perhaps.
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Just like me. I'm not a fan of the 7 series either.
As for this new coupe: the rear lights are cool, but the shape of the car just look weird... I'm not sure it will have many fans...
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06-29-2007, 07:22 AM
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Originally Posted by thepest
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Although I have to admit it looks better than I thought it would, I think the rear still looks awkward. That in turn makes the car as a whole look uncohesive and unbalanced. But perhaps I have to see it in person, as pics can be deceiving as always.
Apart from the looks I have absolutely no doubt that this car will deliver and will drive like a dream, especially the 135i top model! Equip it with a Hartge limited slip diff and you could possibly have one of the best driver's cars in its class 
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06-30-2007, 05:59 AM
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