2012 BMW 1 Series

Absolutely love this car

By Jeebie (VA) on Sunday, March 24, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 20,000

Pros: "Fun to drive. Still looks great after four years"

Cons: "Mileage. Expensive repairs"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"Owned since new and this has been a fantastic car. Great looks and really a joy to drive. Coming to the end of the 4 year warranty and considering purchasing the 2 year extension."

2 people out of 2 found this review helpful

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Incredible all around car for 2 or less!

By pete143 (WA) on Saturday, December 08, 2012

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 70,000

Pros: "Acceleration, BRAKING, handling, refinement"

Cons: "Passenger cup holder, costly tires, rear leg room"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"Cannot ask for a better vehicle given performance comfort and balance given the cost. Would recommend changing from the Bridgestone potenza run-flats as soon as possible. Pirelli makes a run flat that lasts much longer. Would certainly recommend."

12 people out of 12 found this review helpful

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So underrated, such a solid car!

By BMW guy (IL) on Saturday, November 03, 2012

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 28,500

Pros: "Handles extremely well, fast, great sound system"

Cons: "Stiff suspension"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 9

"Typically high, solid BMW quality. Full covered maintenance for the first 4 years, but only had one repair issue, a broken trunk tail light, covered by warranty. No other mechanical problems. Replaced the run-flats with low profile 19". A stiff suspension can be trying at times in city driving is my only quasi-complaint. 32 MPG on highway if you drive at legal speeds (which is difficult with this car), exceptional cornering and acceleration, back seat good for adolescents or 15 minute trip with adults. Trunk holds two sets of golf clubs. I'm surprised I don't see more on the road."

8 people out of 10 found this review helpful

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A good car

By Vlad (CA) on Saturday, September 29, 2012

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 60,000

Pros: "Relatively inexpensive for level of performance"

Cons: "... Maybe on the esthetics ..."

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"It has 60,000+ miles without any issues."

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My 1 series is my number 1!

By Rick (CA) on Wednesday, September 12, 2012

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 26,000

Pros: "Affordable, Reliable and fun to drive"

Cons: "Not a family car"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"I bought my car in 2009 for $29000. I was curious about the value and it is still in the $20's! The drive is amazing. It feels like the vehicle hugs the road! This is my second BMW but my first new one. The BMW cust. service is outstanding. I go in and I am treated like family, not a dysfunctional family! My car never gives me any issues. I have taken it from California to South Carolina with no worries."

6 people out of 6 found this review helpful

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