1er, yay or nay?

E90-4life · 03-26-2006, 03:42 AM

I created a topic sometime ago in the offtopic forum, now for an offical poll.

Latest news of of Deutschland is that U.S. will be getting 1er coupe and cabrio, earliest in late 07' and latest in spring 08'. Only engine available intialy will be some variation of the N52 I6, most likely the 3.0 in what we know currently as the "325"

, perhaps we will get a "130i" as well. Prices are said to be starting at $24k. The car will be marketed as the 21st century sucessor to the original 2002. Let the votes begin..

Lost Rider · 03-26-2006, 09:09 AM

Since I'm in Europe, and have seen the 1 frequently, I like the styling and would be happy to drive one.

ward · 03-26-2006, 06:10 PM

If the 1 was available I woudn't have a 3

MonacoBlueNJ · 03-26-2006, 07:08 PM

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Originally Posted by ward

If the 1 was available I woudn't have a 3

same here

E90-4life · 03-26-2006, 07:14 PM

There seems to be some kind of push from within BMW to do a 1er sedan, but it's been said that they would really run the risk of eating into 3er sales, which I guess is true on some level, and I don't see the point of having an uber compact sedan(even though such cars exsist). I kinda like four doors better than two, but w/e, I'm sure this will be one cool Bimmer, and a nice grauduation present.

Squawks · 03-26-2006, 07:37 PM

If the pricing actually remains in the range of the A3 or is minimally deviating from it, then I would seriously consider it for my g/f. I'd get her the hatchback...which I assume most folks here are referring to as the coupe. The 1 better make it to the states before she impulsively buys the A3 anytime now...

Ghunger · 03-26-2006, 07:37 PM

If they had a 130i in the states I probably would have bought that instead of a 330i

E90-4life · 03-26-2006, 07:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Squawks

If the pricing actually remains in the range of the A3 or is minimally deviating from it, then I would seriously consider it for my g/f. I'd get her the hatchback...which I assume most folks here are referring to as the coupe. The 1 better make it to the states before she impulsively buys the A3 anytime now...

No hatch for U.S. Coupe w/ two doors and cabriolet on offer, "trunked" versions.

Squawks · 03-26-2006, 07:40 PM

Damn, that sucks - it's out of the question, then. Hatches are so much more pragmatic in terms of space.

E90-4life · 03-26-2006, 07:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Squawks

Damn, that sucks - it's out of the question, then. Hatches are so much more pragmatic in terms of space.

If you've read any of the Euro reviews you'd know that there wouldn't be much difference between the functionality of the hatch and knowing the pratical nature of coupes.

SCA · 03-26-2006, 07:45 PM

Give me a 1-Series Coupe that is back to basics BMW with the N52

BTW, more than likely the 330 would be sold.

E90-4life · 03-26-2006, 07:46 PM

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Originally Posted by SCA

Give me a 1-Series Coupe that is back to basics BMW with the N52

Very much so.

BenMW · 03-26-2006, 08:29 PM

Wow...am I the only one who is totally against the 1 series coming to the States? I saw it alot on my trip to Italy...and I think it should stay in Europe. First, I didnt like the look at all. Second, and probably a reason a lot are thinking, not to be an ass but it would instantly lower the prestige of having a BMW. I dont think you should be able to buy a BMW with a price lower than 30k. I know a lot of you are just driving purist and if you can have a BMW for a cheaper price then great. But you have to keep a minimum price. and 24 k is too low.

Sorry if this offended anyone.

selm · 03-26-2006, 09:04 PM

I have a stripped 325 (I have one option, ZSP), therefore the car did not cost that much. I assume a well equiped 130i would be very equal in price with the performance edge going to the 1, but the 3 in my mind is already perfect. This would be a very tough decision. I think I might try the 1 for myself and get a 3 for my wife.

So the question to BMW is will they make more profit by selling a well equiped 1, or a less equiped 3? I think they have to be really careful about canibalization and am frankly still surprised that they decided to bring it over across the pond.

ages944 · 03-27-2006, 08:22 PM

Quote:

Give me a 1-Series Coupe that is back to basics BMW with the N52

here here

E90-4life · 03-27-2006, 09:01 PM

The only thing I'm concerned about is being my height and the potential of feeling claustrophobic in this car. If it's as big as a Z4 inside I won't have any problems, that car is very comftarble for me and feels the right size.

Even better than a 987 Boxster/Cayman suprisingly.

Marven · 03-27-2006, 11:37 PM

I would definitley get this for the wife and keep the 330 for me..not before trading it in for a MT from auto...

M.

Hula-Hula · 03-28-2006, 04:02 PM

I like it alot!

Altough it's not as nice as the 3 and above that...
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BMW0 · 03-28-2006, 04:44 PM

It looks like a marketable car for the younger crowd to enter the realms of BMW.

vladinecko · 03-30-2006, 02:26 PM

an absolute yes! however, only if the pricing wasn't too close to collide with 3er's pricing like it is in EU.

View Poll Results: 1er yay or nay?
I'll take the keys to a 1er coupe/cabrio!!!	21	65.63%
Pass.	11	34.38%
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03-26-2006, 03:42 AM	#1
E90-4life auto pilot 277 Rep 822 Posts Drives: E60 M5 chilln on slicks Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: SoCal iTrader: (0)	1er, yay or nay? I created a topic sometime ago in the offtopic forum, now for an offical poll. Latest news of of Deutschland is that U.S. will be getting 1er coupe and cabrio, earliest in late 07' and latest in spring 08'. Only engine available intialy will be some variation of the N52 I6, most likely the 3.0 in what we know currently as the "325" , perhaps we will get a "130i" as well. Prices are said to be starting at $24k. The car will be marketed as the 21st century sucessor to the original 2002. Let the votes begin..
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E90-4life auto pilot 277 Rep 822 Posts Drives: E60 M5 chilln on slicks Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: SoCal iTrader: (0)	There seems to be some kind of push from within BMW to do a 1er sedan, but it's been said that they would really run the risk of eating into 3er sales, which I guess is true on some level, and I don't see the point of having an uber compact sedan(even though such cars exsist). I kinda like four doors better than two, but w/e, I'm sure this will be one cool Bimmer, and a nice grauduation present.
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SCA Brigadier General 574 Rep 3,742 Posts Drives: Multiple BMWs Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: 🇺🇸 iTrader: (0)	Give me a 1-Series Coupe that is back to basics BMW with the N52 BTW, more than likely the 330 would be sold.
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BenMW Major 53 Rep 1,393 Posts Drives: e92 335i Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Dallas + Chicago(Lake Forest) iTrader: (1) Garage List 2007 330i coupe [0.00] 2002 325ci [0.00]	Wow...am I the only one who is totally against the 1 series coming to the States? I saw it alot on my trip to Italy...and I think it should stay in Europe. First, I didnt like the look at all. Second, and probably a reason a lot are thinking, not to be an ass but it would instantly lower the prestige of having a BMW. I dont think you should be able to buy a BMW with a price lower than 30k. I know a lot of you are just driving purist and if you can have a BMW for a cheaper price then great. But you have to keep a minimum price. and 24 k is too low. Sorry if this offended anyone. __________________ Retired: e46 cabrio, E36 Cabrio, 02' 525i, 325Ci 02' Style 189 335i sport Wheels for sale PM Me BIG CHANGES COMING SOON- Can anyone help me make a sig pic?
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selm Fight On! 8 Rep 236 Posts Drives: 2006 325i Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: SD, CA iTrader: (0)	I have a stripped 325 (I have one option, ZSP), therefore the car did not cost that much. I assume a well equiped 130i would be very equal in price with the performance edge going to the 1, but the 3 in my mind is already perfect. This would be a very tough decision. I think I might try the 1 for myself and get a 3 for my wife. So the question to BMW is will they make more profit by selling a well equiped 1, or a less equiped 3? I think they have to be really careful about canibalization and am frankly still surprised that they decided to bring it over across the pond.
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E90-4life auto pilot 277 Rep 822 Posts Drives: E60 M5 chilln on slicks Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: SoCal iTrader: (0)	The only thing I'm concerned about is being my height and the potential of feeling claustrophobic in this car. If it's as big as a Z4 inside I won't have any problems, that car is very comftarble for me and feels the right size. Even better than a 987 Boxster/Cayman suprisingly.
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