1 Series M Realistic Release Date

DSCPLN · 09-17-2010, 06:08 PM

Is there any official press release on this? The BMW Dealership I'm working with will let me put money down but has no dates in terms of when I can actually order.

I'm on the fence of ordering a 2011 135i and just waiting for the 1 Series M.

randomquickness · 09-17-2010, 07:26 PM

According to bimmerfile the first ones should be state side in May.

Robert · 09-17-2010, 09:21 PM

http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showp...8&postcount=89

SCOTT works for BMW marketing. He says Mid 2011.

I had my money down for 135i back in early 2007 and didn't order until later in the year.

friscogypsee · 09-17-2010, 10:24 PM

Just wait dude you might as well get something sick right out of the box, trust me i'm selling my 135i cause I always was left feeling like I wanted more performance. Of course I should realize not everyone is like me and you may be happy w a 135, but trust me if you want something fast and fun to drive i'd just wait. Granted i never gave my 135 a tune but I didnt want to mess up the warranty. Sure you can buy tools to try to hide the piggyback but seriously who wants to learn software and put that time in to play games with the dealer and hope they don't catch you. At least the 1m should be a serious performer right out of the box.

Brix · 09-25-2010, 09:51 AM

You might want to do a two-year lease on a 135i first. There so cheap right now. Then, you don't have to play the waiting game. The 11' 135i is a monster, trust me. I don't need another first model year bimmer. My "year of the one" 08' 135 had its share of problems. Enjoy that first and you'll be lined up for a second model year (probably better deal, possibly some early kinks worked out) 1///M.

Please 08' owners don't flame me. That was a very special car. I just like the 11' better

thez99 · 10-02-2010, 02:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Brix

You might want to do a two-year lease on a 135i first. There so cheap right now. Then, you don't have to play the waiting game. The 11' 135i is a monster, trust me. I don't need another first model year bimmer. My "year of the one" 08' 135 had its share of problems. Enjoy that first and you'll be lined up for a second model year (probably better deal, possibly some early kinks worked out) 1///M.

Please 08' owners don't flame me. That was a very special car. I just like the 11' better

Ive got a feeling there will be very few kinks in the first edition of the 1M since its basically the N54 135i base with additions such as M3 suspension, boost in power and some cosmetic and electrical advances, nothing BRAND NEW to bmw straight out of the bag, just alot of advances taken from previous M's added to the 135

Brix · 10-03-2010, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by thez99

Ive got a feeling there will be very few kinks in the first edition of the 1M since its basically the N54 135i base with additions such as M3 suspension, boost in power and some cosmetic and electrical advances, nothing BRAND NEW to bmw straight out of the bag, just alot of advances taken from previous M's added to the 135

That's another way to look at it. Still if BMW wants to release a new model and they only have R&D and no customer feedback. It's a new model variation N54, this great engine still has a history of problems. There is just no way to be sure until regular people drive them. Plus, the brand new model will have higher rates and you will likely pay more. It depends on if you "gotta have it" right now.
Either way he can experience the 1, just different options . Its really a toss-up, no wrong choice.

burger16b · 10-03-2010, 05:10 PM

I was considering a 1M but there wont be that many of them and the price is probably going to high. I might have a 135 custom painted in that orange though, it's hot.

Kurt_OH · 10-03-2010, 05:50 PM

How high over MSRP have any of you seen a new BMW?

Jblack4083 · 10-03-2010, 06:57 PM

Aren't we actually looking at a modified N54? If the N54 is capable of 335HP then i would guess once ///M gets to it it should be good for at least 360HP.

I bet its going to be relatively cheap.

Kurt_OH · 10-03-2010, 07:06 PM

I'm going to guess it'll be somewhat slower than M3 in a straight line, but handle similarly/better due to lower weight and same size tires.

Just like M3 relates to M5/M6.

DSCPLN · 10-03-2010, 09:41 PM

what's "confirmed" is still speculation to me.. waiting on official details
and i'd love to be a part of bmw history to own the 1st 1 series m

since recently totaling my zhp, the decision was to get a winter beater until i can order the 1m in the spring. picked myself up a 2003 hyundai tiburon for $2500. yes, i went from german to korean lol :P

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friscogypsee Second Lieutenant 14 Rep 248 Posts Drives: planning my getaway Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: SF, CA iTrader: (0)	Just wait dude you might as well get something sick right out of the box, trust me i'm selling my 135i cause I always was left feeling like I wanted more performance. Of course I should realize not everyone is like me and you may be happy w a 135, but trust me if you want something fast and fun to drive i'd just wait. Granted i never gave my 135 a tune but I didnt want to mess up the warranty. Sure you can buy tools to try to hide the piggyback but seriously who wants to learn software and put that time in to play games with the dealer and hope they don't catch you. At least the 1m should be a serious performer right out of the box.
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Brix Second Lieutenant 95 Rep 295 Posts Drives: 18' Grigio Telesto F80-6MT Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: New York iTrader: (0)	You might want to do a two-year lease on a 135i first. There so cheap right now. Then, you don't have to play the waiting game. The 11' 135i is a monster, trust me. I don't need another first model year bimmer. My "year of the one" 08' 135 had its share of problems. Enjoy that first and you'll be lined up for a second model year (probably better deal, possibly some early kinks worked out) 1///M. Please 08' owners don't flame me. That was a very special car. I just like the 11' better __________________ I love this country!
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burger16b Second Lieutenant 13 Rep 256 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: LI, NY, CT iTrader: (0)	I was considering a 1M but there wont be that many of them and the price is probably going to high. I might have a 135 custom painted in that orange though, it's hot.
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Jblack4083 Captain 116 Rep 888 Posts Drives: E46 ///M3 JB/CB Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Queens, NYC iTrader: (0)	Aren't we actually looking at a modified N54? If the N54 is capable of 335HP then i would guess once ///M gets to it it should be good for at least 360HP. I bet its going to be relatively cheap.
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Kurt_OH Captain 12 Rep 734 Posts Drives: E90 M3 ZCP Join Date: May 2008 Location: Columbus, OH iTrader: (0)	I'm going to guess it'll be somewhat slower than M3 in a straight line, but handle similarly/better due to lower weight and same size tires. Just like M3 relates to M5/M6.
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DSCPLN BMW 1M 92 Rep 390 Posts Drives: McLaren 600LT Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Seattle & LA iTrader: (2)	what's "confirmed" is still speculation to me.. waiting on official details and i'd love to be a part of bmw history to own the 1st 1 series m since recently totaling my zhp, the decision was to get a winter beater until i can order the 1m in the spring. picked myself up a 2003 hyundai tiburon for $2500. yes, i went from german to korean lol :P
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