Anyone own/driven an M135i?

Jono8 · 9 Feb 2013 at 14:49

Stephen B said:
you would get a base spec M135i for less with a bit of haggling IMO, 10% seems to be the target or was when I was buying.

Well yes, but then you could probably apply that to the other hot hatchbacks.

pioneer2000 · 9 Feb 2013 at 14:51

The only issue I have with this car is that it's sinfully ugly and has the usual boring BMW interior. Performance wise, sure it's excellent.

Barks · 9 Feb 2013 at 15:09

They look far nicer in the flesh.

There is a big difference between the standard 1 series and the 1 series M Sport. The lines work properly with the M Sport. The standard 1 series is indeed sinfully ugly.

Jono8 · 9 Feb 2013 at 15:14

It is still fairly ugly. The front looks like a sloth.

The M-Sport isn't too bad but lets face it, the S3, Focus ST, Golf GTI, Astra VXR and Megane 250 are all better looking cars

I would still buy the M135i without hesitation though ( if i could afford it)

Barks · 9 Feb 2013 at 15:22

The S3 does nothing for me whatsoever. I just think they look bland, boring and outdated. It really has taken Audi far too long to refresh the A3 range and the new S3 looks promising in the looks department.

The Golf GTI is a fantastic looking car in MK5 and MK6 guise. I'm not too sure about the new Golf which looks like an MPV.

Sam · 11 Mar 2013 at 21:10

3dr M135i ordered, went for

Driver comfort package
Sun protection package
Auto
Est blue with black leather
Heated seats
HK audio
Pro nav

Was tempted with the adaptive suspension however the two I have driven have not had it and they have felt fine ...

Painful wait now

Sam