2008 BMW 135i: From the Big Daddy to Baby Bimmer

Fun little comparo of Techno Wizardry Vs. Back to Basics. That's why I like the 1er as well. Also why I like the E46 M3 like your long term test car or the one I own (Convertible).

7 series looks sweet. Probably the only BMW that seems worth the price IMO. I actually think the styling on the last version was a little better but the interior on the one looks much improved. Sign me up.

The new 7 series' snout seems extra pronounced compared to the old ones, probably the result of Euro pedestrian impact regulations. They look horrible.

Hey, great post!

I've always felt "simpler is better" when it comes to many things, including cars.

I'd like to know how the 1 series stacks up next to the 7 series...do you think you might address this at some time?

Thanks!

I would choose the 7-series because no stereo in a small car sounds as good as the stereo in a large car.
The acoustics in a small car just doesn't work.

I agree with you! I just wish it was a little prettier and didn't "sag" in the middle!

If not for the kidlet, I'd have a 1 too. :)

allenychung- I think you've hit the nail on the head. I couldn't quite put my finger on what seemed odd about the new styling but it's the front fascia. I noticed the moved the front wheel forward too so the nose doesn't taper down anymore- it's just right there in your face.

This year's 7er is actually the first one I've really liked, at least styling-wise, engorged snout and all. But I appreciate Riswick's comments, even though having two kids precludes 1er ownership. That, and it's ugly.

Ugh, the new 7's face reminds me of the pink panther for some reason. Pretty much the only current BMW that's not ugly in my opinion is the Z4.

So, Edmunds is going BMW only on this blog??

Is there a way to block BMW only blog posts??

wobbly:

No there isnt. Its not all BMW posts though. You have the R8, Evos and GTR in the rotation too.

I dearly loved the B7 that I drove for a couple of weeks, but I wouldn't pick one for a daily driver. The 1er is a perfect fit for me. The only thing I'd add is a limited-slip diff. While I'm wishing, I'd like to see a five door 135i M Sport. Having said all that, let me echo the concerns of some of the other automotive connoisseurs in this thread; when can we expect IL to start giving equal time to common and insipid four-wheeled appliances?

I fully understand this blog. When I got my BMW 3, I also looked at a 5. Price was not an issue.
Size and fun to drive is. Smaller and more fun to drive wins it for me.

I like to read posts about other LT vehicles & not just BMW/GT-R or Evo. And I'm sure I'm not the only one.

I propose 2 editions of IL.

1. IL-Wanker's Edition: Here all the juvenile editors & other of such ilk can act grown-ups with all these super-cars & boast how 'sporty' the ride is & what they want to be like when they grow up.

2. IL-Common Sense Edition: For other LT cars commoners can buy. Show the hits & misses of the design (interior & exterior), how it is to drive in normal traffic, quality of sound systems & navigation etc,

OK, nobody's talking about the elephant in the room, so I guess it's down to me:

Has anybody else noticed how every comment by Kissel1 follows a very specific format? Example:

"Excellent post about the [insert vehicle]. That was very interesting. But do you think you can tell us about [the exact subject that was covered in the post]?"

No offense meant to Kissel1...I figure it's either an "ironic" account, or just someone with peculiar posting habits!

misterfusion,
It's a common speech strategy that they teach you in school.
First you complement your target so they're flattered and is now more receptive. Sort of like you just did them a favor.
Then you ask for a favor in return.
Sometimes it works sometimes it doesn't.
But that "sometimes it works" reaps you more rewards than the zero times it works of not trying.

1487 wobble ears, I propose you stop reading this site and move on if you don't like it.

misterfusion,
Wait I need to read more carefully hahaha that's funny.

Misterfusion,

It must be clear to you now that Kissel1 is either a) a robot, or b) a member of the 2nd Foundation meant to influence our thoughts and bring about another golden age of automobiles from the impending dark age.

"I like to read posts about other LT vehicles & not just BMW/GT-R or Evo. And I'm sure I'm not the only one."

Well, aren't YOU Mr. Excitement?

"I propose 2 editions of IL.

1. IL-Wanker's Edition: Here all the juvenile editors & other of such ilk can act grown-ups with all these super-cars & boast how 'sporty' the ride is & what they want to be like when they grow up."

You know, rabid jealousy just isn't an attractive character trait.

"2. IL-Common Sense Edition: For other LT cars commoners can buy. Show the hits & misses of the design (interior & exterior), how it is to drive in normal traffic, quality of sound systems & navigation etc,"

Wow, that has the makings of an ELECTRIFYING read!
However I suggest naming it LCD- Lowest Commoner's Denominator...

Misterfusion: It's comment spam all the way. Cut-and-paste commenting made possible by the magic of scripting.

Jederino,

+1 on the Asimov reference. Very nice.

But if Kissel1 is a member of the 2nd Foundation, then who's the Mule?

(Looks @ 1487)

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I dont like the styling of the new 7 as it looks like a German version of a LS460.

I prefer the early 2000's 740i/750Li (blk/blk) with the Sport package as its just so James Bond.

"I prefer the early 2000's 740i/750Li (blk/blk) with the Sport package as its just so James Bond."

I agree. My salesperson at Swope BMW has another customer who ordered an E38 740i Sport in Imola Red. They are great cars.

Crowb, glad you enjoyed that. Your Mule inference is hilarious!

"7 series looks sweet. Probably the only BMW that seems worth the price IMO. I actually think the styling on the last version was a little better but the interior on the one looks much improved. Sign me up."

Dear Mr. Chavis10,

We regret to inform you that the 2009 BMW 7-Series is not equipped with a dedicated "OFF" button for its independent-zone dynamic automatic climate control system. Like other BMWs, maximum inconvenience is incorporated into the design of every car, for enhanced customer discomfort. We understand you will now need to cross this vehicle off your list.

Regards,

The Quandt Family

"I prefer the early 2000's 740i/750Li (blk/blk) with the Sport package as its just so James Bond."

I agree. Tomorrow Never Dies - great car chase.

I've never sat in a 7 but I've spent some time looking inside one at the dealership - looks quite nice (obviously) but its hard for me to even comment on the car as it is so grossly overkill for my car needs. I cannot even imagine owning it.

Having gone from an 07 335i (E90) to a 06 750i (E65) I can tell you the only things I miss from the 335i are:

* The fantastic power of the turbocharged engine.
* The ZF auto tranny that blips the throttle on down shifts.
* Being able to change car settings via the iDrive that require visits to the service dept to have changed.
* The 335i was easier to parallel park.

It would be hard to give up the drivers seat in the 750i to go down to the 135i.

"1487 wobble ears, I propose you stop reading this site and move on if you don't like it. "

I suggest you enhance my enjoyment of the site by vanishing. Do you work for Edmunds? Seriously, what is your problem. if you have a fleet of 20 cars you might as well post on all of them. Its common sense. Do you feel as though you get extra credit for brown nosing the bloggers? I do not get why you think these adults need your protection or defense. They are fine, no one is getting their feelings hurt.

Bring on the Boring Cars!
Please!

yes, because any car that isnt a BMW isnt worthy of production much less any coverage here. competition is a bad thing, especially when no one needs anything not designed and built by BMW who has a vehicle for every need and desire. Could you honestly be concerned that there is a danger of too little BMW coverage here? You dont have to worry roadburner, that will never be an issue. Just skip the 20% of entries that are not about the GTR, R8 or BMWs.

1487 is right, they don't even have a Porsche in the garage right now. Bastards.

"You dont have to worry roadburner, that will never be an issue. Just skip the 20% of entries that are not about the GTR, R8 or BMWs."

I feel better already. But adding a 911 to the fleet WOULD be an improvement...