The 1-Series is all new for 2008, and so far it's been a hit. We got one here at LeSueur's a few weeks ago, but I haven't been able to get my butt into it until today. Luckily it's a 6-speed manual, and it is dressed in white, my favorite color. Frankly put, if I could afford it, that would be the one car I'd buy off this lot.
Being smaller than a 3-series (obviously), and with only two doors, it's clearly not meant for long trips with adults in the back seat. The leather, however, is comfortable and soft, and the sport seats hugged me with more enthusiasm than my wife on my wedding day(sorry honey). I slid the seat back a little, dropped it an inch or so, and I was as snug as a bug.
On the road, the 135i knows exactly why it was made and what it is supposed to do. The steering is tight when it needs to be and loosens up when turning, unlike some BMWs. When floored, the 1-Series produces a nice and robust exhaust note without screaming at you, and the turbos, because there are two of them, seem to avoid much of the dreaded "turbo lag."
All in all, the BMW 135i is a very fun and fast car, and to top it off, it's probably one of the most attractive BMWs on the road today. But setting the looks aside, it provided an engaging and exciting experience, making it a desirable and comfortable daily driver.
Thanks for reading.
-Biggs
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