Skater Posted January 19, 2008 Share Posted January 19, 2008 ...what do you drive when it snows? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tytek Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 you put a set of good winter tires on the 135i and go! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaycy Posted January 21, 2008 Share Posted January 21, 2008 oh and kaycy, +1 on the same side steering.. we could have jdm accessories all over the place in the LGT if it werent for that Sorry Darkfox1, I don't understand that statement man. Please clarify. BMW might be overpriced compared to other cars but nearly all manufacturers copy a BMW. What I mean is; they (BMWs) have become a benchmark in every segment they compete in. Look at the X5, X3 and Range Rover (Made by BMW, shared every component except interior and exterior), they made every one to realise that SUV can be cool, they outsell every competitor in their segment. Even my own Liberty (legacy) has some things copied from BMW, 3 series outsells it as well. BMW deserves credit for what they do. They are good cars, that is why we can spend our own time talking about them instead of talking about Geely or Pontiac. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penguin Posted January 21, 2008 Share Posted January 21, 2008 ...what do you drive when it snows? It's been snowing where I live like a bastard. I have yet to need 4 wheel drive in my truck. It goes everywhere on the road I have asked it to in RWD mode. It is at least as good in the snow as the LGT was. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobE Posted January 21, 2008 Author Share Posted January 21, 2008 It's been snowing where I live like a bastard. I have yet to need 4 wheel drive in my truck. It goes everywhere on the road I have asked it to in RWD mode. It is at least as good in the snow as the LGT was. lsd? http://newenglandsubarus.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penguin Posted January 21, 2008 Share Posted January 21, 2008 lsd? It has an auto LSD (electronically controlled) that only comes on if I activate it. Otherwise it is an open diff controlled by the traction control and stability control. The auto LSD works pretty well though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLegacy99 Posted January 21, 2008 Share Posted January 21, 2008 I didnt realize that the 1 series is sort of a mild hybrid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kmurph Posted January 21, 2008 Share Posted January 21, 2008 I agree that BMWs have become overweight (as all luxury cars have) and a bit over-priced...which is why I would probably never buy a new BMW...I'll let someone else take the depreciation and gas guzzler hit (if it applies). As for warranties, BMW has 4yr/50K which is in line with other luxury brands. One thing that BMW does have that most others do not is free maintenance for 4yr/50K...this includes just about everything including brake pads/rotor and clutches. I like the idea of the 1 series, but I just think it's a little over priced, plus the coupe isn't the best looking thing. Also, it's built on the same platform as the e46 3-series which makes it a little out-dated, and is the reason it's virtually identical in size. The e90/e92/e93 platforms have major design changes and improvements when compared to the e46 ,which is basically the same as the e36. if it were me, I'd buy a pre-owned e90 or e92 over the e81 (1-series)... With that in mind, I bought a pre-owned 2001 M3 in 2002. It now has 97500 miles, and I've had very few problems; it's still running strong and looks great...bimmers age well and are rock solid if you take care of them properly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sponge Posted April 17, 2008 Share Posted April 17, 2008 So I sat in one yesterday...boy its small. Right now they aren't dealing so you can buy a 3 series for not much more at all. I'd like to drive a 1 and a 3 back to back to try them both out... IMHO it would have to be a substantially better driving handling car to make up for the total lack of rear room and because the looks aren't as good as I expected it just looks snubbed and awkward. The 3 series is a much better looking car... Also sat in a used 08 M3 (573 miles) that was too much car for the 20 year old kid that mommy bought it for...drove it back from college during a snow storm...must have soiled himself because he traded it for an X5. Unreal huh? What a beautiful car...particularly in white My vB Gallery Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rao Posted April 17, 2008 Share Posted April 17, 2008 It is tiny inside, isn't it? Rob IF YOU CARE ABOUT YOUR CAR YOU SHOULD NEVER DRIVE IT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sponge Posted April 17, 2008 Share Posted April 17, 2008 very...not only the obvious rear but its quite a bit narrower too. This car is intended to be sold as a convertible to cute little trophy wives I am afraid.... My vB Gallery Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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