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If you like your driving served "straight up," the 2013 BMW 1 Series is your machine: Front engine, rear-wheel drive, good power and poised handling, all tuned and developed on the assumptio
The 1 Series, in either Coupe or Convertible guise, may be simple in specifications but a car like this is still costly to engineer and manufacture. If "driving dynamics" doesn't mean to
With reasonably light curb weight, an almost perfect 50:50 weight distribution and a choice of responsive powertrains – all using BMW's signature and still delightful inline-6 engine configuration – the 2013 1 Series Coupe and Convertible provide an entertaining brew of spirited performance, dynamic handling and good efficiency. All versions are taut and tossable, and willing to play with an enthusiastic driver. Obviously, the new 320-horsepower 135is is the most exhilarating of the bunch, but there is plenty to recommend the ba
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Review this carBy Jeebie (VA) on Sunday, March 24, 2013
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 20,000
overall rating 9 of 10rating detailsPros: "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."
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By pete143 (WA) on Saturday, December 08, 2012
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 70,000
overall rating 10 of 10rating detailsPros: "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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